The Importance of Compliance in Medical Office Construction

Medical Construction Compliance

Building a medical office is more than just designing an attractive and functional space—it involves adhering to strict regulations and codes that ensure patient safety, accessibility, and operational efficiency. Medical facilities must comply with a range of legal and industry standards, from accessibility mandates like ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) compliance to fire safety codes…

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Understanding Dental Office Buildout Costs

Building a dental office is a significant financial undertaking that requires careful planning and a thorough understanding of the various cost components. Whether you’re starting from scratch or renovating an existing space, it’s crucial to have a clear picture of the expenses involved. In this article post, we’ll explore the key factors that influence dental…

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The Sale-Leaseback Strategy: A Financial Tool for Physicians

In the rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, physicians and medical practices often face the dual challenges of maintaining high-quality patient care while managing financial stability. One innovative financial strategy that can provide liquidity and flexibility is the sale-leaseback transaction. This article explores how sale-leaseback arrangements work and the potential benefits they offer to physicians. What is…

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A Physician’s Guide to Planning, Designing and Building a Medical Office Building

Opening a medical office is a significant project that requires meticulous planning, strategic anticipation, and a dedicated commitment to delivering exceptional healthcare services. This guide will walk you through each critical step of the process, from defining your purpose and objectives to the construction and opening of your new facility. By using these steps as…

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The Medical Office Buildout Process

The medical office buildout process can seem like a mystery to those who have not gone through one. Having managed dozens of professional and medical office buildouts I thought I would take a few minutes and shed some light on the process and the timeline from initial concept to move in. My hope is that…

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Commercial Building Permits

A commercial building permit is an official approval issued by the local building department that allows you to proceed with a construction project on your commercial property. It is intended to ensure that the project plans to comply with local regulations and building code. As a general contractor specializing in tenant improvements, I often get…

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Types of Construction Contracts

There are several different types of construction contracts used for contracting commercial construction services. But the two main types in use today are Lump Sum or Cost-Plus Fee contracts. This is not to be confused with construction delivery methods which include design-bid-build and design-build. I will talk about this in a future article but for…

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When Should I Start Talking to a Contractor About My Project?

In the traditional design-bid-build project delivery method, contractors only get involved in a project after the design has already been completed. Their ability to drive cost savings, provide constructability reviews and accelerate the schedule is severely limited under this model. By getting a contractor involved early addresses these concerns and will lead to real benefits…

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