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title: Healthcare Design Knowledge Community | Lisa Lipschutz
description: I am a principal at Array Architects approaching 30 years with an exclusive healthcare design focus. I earned both my bachelor and master degrees in Architecture from the University of Pennsylvania.
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# Welcome to our Knowledge Community

## Lisa Lipschutz

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I am a principal at Array Architects approaching 30 years with an exclusive healthcare design focus. I earned both my bachelor and master degrees in Architecture from the University of Pennsylvania.

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### Recent Posts

## [Four Parts of the Pediatric Inpatient Unit of the Future: Part 2](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/four-parts-of-the-pediatric-inpatient-unit-of-the-future-part-2)

 Posted by [Lisa Lipschutz](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/author/lisa-lipschutz) on Apr 19, 2017

[![](https://blog.array-architects.com/hubfs/Images/Blog_Files/Blog_Images/CHoNY%20Antepartum_Array%20Architects-1.jpg)](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/four-parts-of-the-pediatric-inpatient-unit-of-the-future-part-2)

As mentioned in [Part I](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/four-parts-of-the-pediatric-inpatient-unit-of-the-future-part-1) of my Pediatric Patient Room of the Future blog, the patient and their families, as well as the potential of rapidly-changing technology, dictates that flexibility in all..[...READ MORE](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/four-parts-of-the-pediatric-inpatient-unit-of-the-future-part-2)

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 Topics: [Pediatrics](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/pediatrics), [Healing Environment](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/healing-environment), [inpatient](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/inpatient)

## [Four Parts of the Pediatric Inpatient Unit of the Future: Part 1](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/four-parts-of-the-pediatric-inpatient-unit-of-the-future-part-1)

 Posted by [Lisa Lipschutz](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/author/lisa-lipschutz) on Dec 28, 2016

[![](https://blog.array-architects.com/hubfs/Images/Blog_Files/Blog_Images/CHoNY%20PICU_Array%20Architects-932305-edited.jpg)](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/four-parts-of-the-pediatric-inpatient-unit-of-the-future-part-1)

There are unique aspects to healthcare design, pediatric design and in particular, the design of world-class academic institutions in urban environments. In the past, I’ve discussed my [top 10 list...](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/top-10-considerations-for-designing-a-pediatric-waiting-room)

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 Topics: [technology](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/technology), [Pediatrics](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/pediatrics), [inpatient](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/inpatient)

## [The Optimal Nursing Unit Size and Configuration](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/the-optimal-nursing-unit-size)

 Posted by [Lisa Lipschutz](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/author/lisa-lipschutz) on Sep 02, 2016

[![](https://blog.array-architects.com/hubfs/Images/Blog_Files/Blog_Images/AntePartum_Unit_NYPres.jpg)](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/the-optimal-nursing-unit-size)

There are many factors to consider when evaluating medical/surgical (med/surg) nursing unit size and configuration, including the number of beds per unit; staffing levels; patient acuity levels;.. 

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 Topics: [patient experience](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/patient-experience), [Nursing Unit](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/nursing-unit)

## [Top 10 Considerations for Designing a Pediatric Waiting Room](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/top-10-considerations-for-designing-a-pediatric-waiting-room)

 Posted by [Lisa Lipschutz](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/author/lisa-lipschutz) on Nov 18, 2015

[![](https://blog.array-architects.com/hubfs/Images/project_pics/3933_N504_medium.jpg)](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/top-10-considerations-for-designing-a-pediatric-waiting-room)

Featured in[FacilityCare](http://www.facilitycare.com/building-blocks/top-10-considerations-designing-pediatric-waiting-room), October 2015

The design of pediatric healthcare facilities presents a myriad of design considerations and opportunities beyond those addressed in the adult realm. Today’s.. 

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 Topics: [Pediatrics](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/pediatrics), [Design Approach](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/design-approach), [waiting rooms](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/waiting-rooms)

## [Ambulatory Care Centers - Digestive Health](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/ambulatory-care-centers-digestive-health)

 Posted by [Lisa Lipschutz](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/author/lisa-lipschutz) on Jun 23, 2015

[![](https://blog.array-architects.com/hubfs/Blog_Files/Blog_Images/Waiting.jpg)](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/ambulatory-care-centers-digestive-health)

A result of reform, research and technology, the healthcare industry is rapidly changing, with the common goal to improve population health. While individual choices, corporate behavior and...

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 Topics: [communication](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/communication), [Ambulatory Care](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/ambulatory-care), [Pediatrics](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/pediatrics), [Patient Environment](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/patient-environment), [Population Health Management](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/population-health-management)

## [Healthcare for Women Veterans - an Emerging Market](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/healthcare-for-women-veterans-an-emerging-market)

 Posted by [Lisa Lipschutz](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/author/lisa-lipschutz) on Jun 17, 2014

[![](https://blog.array-architects.com/hs-fs/hub/364433/file-1042046276.jpg)](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/healthcare-for-women-veterans-an-emerging-market)

The Veterans Administration (VA) has recognized the importance of providing female-specific services and has embarked on a national initiative to invest in VA Women’s Health Services. Their Mission..[...READ MORE](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/healthcare-for-women-veterans-an-emerging-market)

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 Topics: [Ambulatory Care](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/ambulatory-care), [Healthcare Design](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/healthcare-design), [Continuous Improvement](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/continuous-improvement), [womens healthcare](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/womens-healthcare)

## [The Emphasis on Women’s Health in Today’s World](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/the-emphasis-on-womens-health-in-todays-world)

 Posted by [Lisa Lipschutz](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/author/lisa-lipschutz) on Feb 18, 2014

[![](https://blog.array-architects.com/hs-fs/file-711768045-jpg/blog-files/r_130930_n11_large-300x199.jpg)](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/the-emphasis-on-womens-health-in-todays-world)

Women’s health matters and the facilities that support the delivery of women’s services impact the care and results. I have a passion for women’s health having worked on the majority of Array’s..[...READ MORE](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/the-emphasis-on-womens-health-in-todays-world)

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 Topics: [Pediatrics](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/pediatrics), [Healthcare Design](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/healthcare-design), [Continuous Improvement](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/continuous-improvement), [Healthcare](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/healthcare), [Advisory Services](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/advisory-services), [Healing Environment](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/healing-environment), [womens healthcare](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/womens-healthcare)

## [Deciphering Designers’ Alphabet Soup](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/deciphering-designers-alphabet-soup)

 Posted by [Lisa Lipschutz](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/author/lisa-lipschutz) on Jan 29, 2014

[![](https://blog.array-architects.com/hs-fs/file-711767610-jpg/blog-files/alpha-image1-300x199.jpg)](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/deciphering-designers-alphabet-soup)

*Published by Facility Care, November 14, 2013*

We all know what MD and PhD stand for after someone’s name. Have you ever wondered what the initials behind your architect’s or interior designer’s.. 

[...READ MORE](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/deciphering-designers-alphabet-soup)

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 Topics: [Licensure](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/licensure), [Architecture](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/architecture), [Interior Design](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/interior-design), [Continuous Improvement](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/continuous-improvement)

## [Creating a "Roadmap" for Facility Upgrades](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/creating-a-roadmap-for-facility-upgrades)

 Posted by [Lisa Lipschutz](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/author/lisa-lipschutz) on May 21, 2013

[![](https://blog.array-architects.com/hs-fs/file-710595552-jpg/blog-files/istock_000006232984xsmall.jpg)](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/creating-a-roadmap-for-facility-upgrades)

I am proud to have spent my career focused on healthcare architecture. Not only does the specialty move me as a planner and designer; it has great relevance in the world today

You can’t read a..[...READ MORE](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/creating-a-roadmap-for-facility-upgrades)

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 Topics: [Architecture](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/architecture), [Facility Planning](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/facility-planning), [Healthcare Design](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/healthcare-design), [Interior Design](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/interior-design), [Master Planning](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/master-planning), [roadmap](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/roadmap), [Continuous Improvement](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/continuous-improvement)

## [Differences Between SNFs and LTACHs](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/differences-between-snfs-and-ltachs)

 Posted by [Lisa Lipschutz](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/author/lisa-lipschutz) on Jun 14, 2012

[![](https://blog.array-architects.com/hs-fs/file-711739320-jpg/blog-files/llipschutz-differences-snfs-ltachs.jpg)](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/differences-between-snfs-and-ltachs)

While sharing a common mission to provide a safe, nurturing long-term care environment for their residents, Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF) and Long Term Acute Care Hospitals (LTACH) function quite..[...READ MORE](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/differences-between-snfs-and-ltachs)

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 Topics: [LTAC](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/ltac), [Architecture](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/architecture), [Specialty Architecture](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/specialty-architecture), [Healthcare Design](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/healthcare-design), [renovation](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/renovation), [hospitals](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/hospitals), [SNF](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/snf), [Architects](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/architects), [Continuous Improvement](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/continuous-improvement), [Healthcare](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/healthcare), [Advisory Services](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/topic/advisory-services)

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