This course is part of the Healthcare Academy

This webinar is part of the Health Care Academy

Improving and maintaining healthy indoor air quality (IAQ) is critical for hospitals and recovery centers. Patients requiring medical attention are, by default, in a vulnerable physical state, however healthcare provers – physicians, nurses and techs must also be considered and provided healthy and comfortable working spaces. As our population in the US ages and healthcare faces worsening shortages of staff we may see the rise of new technologies, virtual care, and remote patient monitoring as a solution to help provide much needed care. Yet at the core of our healthcare system is the hospital, and ensuring these spaces are sanctuaries for healing and low-stress healthy work environments is critical. This AIA-approved webinar will provide a wide-ranging discussion on the benefits of specifying stone wool acoustic ceiling panels in healthcare facilities. The benefits of stone wool as an acoustic tile are numerous, and speakers on the webinar panel will illustrate how this unique material can offer improved acoustic comfort and work To achieve, support and maintain IAQ.

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Kaiser Permanente – East Bay Berkeley Medical Office Building

Diana Hart is the Regional Architectural Manager for Rockfon in North America. She brings over 25 years of experience in acoustical ceilings and is passionate about the impact ceilings can have in healthcare, education and office spaces. Diana is a strong advocate for occupant well-being, from good acoustics that can dramatically improve healing, learning and productivity, to using safe and sustainable products with no chemicals and fire safety. Diana travels across the country meeting with architects, designers, facilities and end users discussing the benefits of Rockfon and stone wool ceilings.