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## [6 Considerations for Healthcare Facility Condition Assessments](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/six-considerations-for-healthcare-facility-condition-assessments)

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*Featured in [FacilityCare](http://www.facilitycare.com/managing-and-down/6-important-considerations-healthcare-facility-condition-assessments), January 2015*Deciding you need a Facility Condition Assessment (FCA) can often be the easiest part of getting it done. There are multiple variables to consider once you have...

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## [Ambulatory Surgical Centers Assessments](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/ambulatory-surgical-centers-assessments)

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Health Systems looking to [lease space](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/ambulatory-healthcare-real-estate-strategies) in office buildings for Ambulatory Surgical Centers (ASC) cannot assume all buildings will comply with the zoning and healthcare codes and use requirements. A...

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## [The Importance of a Disaster Preparedness Plan](https://blog.array-architects.com/kc/the-importance-of-a-disaster-preparedness-plan)

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When a disaster occurs, hospitals must remain operational to support patients and staff so it is critical that they are built to withstand natural disasters such as hurricanes and floods

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