The Eye-Opening Reason Patients Are Sick of the Hospital
Why do people postpone visits to the doctor’s office until it’s nearly too late? The Journal of General Internal Medicine published a study in 2015 that attempted to answer that question. The results identified financial concerns, distrust, fears, and preferences for alternative treatments. However, many responses were non-specific. Some respondents simply disliked doctor’s visits in general.
Dr. Esther Sternberg, MD, studies the mind-body interaction between our health and our environment. In an interview, Sternberg says that people may be either conscious or unaware of the effects of the physical environment. Homes, workplaces, and even physician’s offices can lift or dampen one’s mood. Sometimes, a person can identify the shift in emotion. Other times, they experience an unidentifiable dissatisfaction. Fortunately, Tangram Interiors provides quite a few ways to adjust the healthcare environment, and in turn, change the way patients feel and think about the doctor’s office.
Lighting, Flooring, & Walls
Colors and lighting can greatly affect mood and energy levels. On one hand, changing the color palette can invite or invigorate visitors. On the other, poor lighting can cause eye strain, headaches, and irritability. When done thoughtfully and professionally, this type of top-to-bottom transformation draws attention and sparks discussion.
Furniture
Interior designers for the healthcare industry typically select furniture for functional reasons. That being said, providing patient satisfaction is one duty that each chair, bed, and exam table should perform. Tangram Interiors represents more than 500 furniture manufacturers, many of which provide several solutions for improving patient and staff comfort.
Technology, Architecture, and Accessibility
Tangram Interiors can help with necessary structural changes by offering easy-to-implement solutions to consolidate or redefine practically any space. Additionally, the installation of new technology offers healthcare professionals the opportunity to greatly improve the quality of service. From arbitrary entertainment to necessary accommodation, technology provides comfort and peace of mind during what may otherwise be a very stressful time.
Unfortunately, clinics and hospitals are often synonymous with sickness. Perhaps the reason some people put off visiting the doctor is because the environment itself puts them in a worse mood. Contact Tangram Interiors to learn more about innovative design solutions for healthcare environments. With a few adjustments, a clinic or hospital can be transformed into a space that accentuates wellness and invites patients in, year after year.
