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Archive >  Surgical Construction 2005

Advice from Architects

Taking the time to properly plan your project is the key to saving time and money down the road.

Kristin Royer, Production Editor

A few sobering facts about the building that will house your surgery center:

  • It's the biggest capital line item in your project, and it will have the smallest impact on quality outcomes.
  • There are no refunds - and it will cost more than you anticipated.
  • And you only have one chance to get it right.

We spoke with architects and asked them to share with us the secrets to designing a successful surgical facility.

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