Kaiser Permanent San Rafael Diagnostic and Treatment Suites - IR/Cath Lab technicians behind glass

Kaiser Diagnostic & Treatment

San Rafael, CA

When Kaiser Permanente’s Emergency Department moved into a new hospital addition, the old “ED” became available for an expansion of much needed diagnostic, treatment and interventional services.

Kaiser Permanent San Rafael Diagnostic and Treatment Suites - floor plan

Providing for multiple departments with large space-taking equipment became a challenge when programmatic square footage exceeded the available space. Stakeholder groups stepped up to the challenge by participating in planning workshops that explored creative design solutions and efficient workflow. By sharing resources and limiting points of entry, we were able to meet all their needs.

Kaiser Permanent San Rafael Diagnostic and Treatment Suites - nurse attending patient

A comfortable and relaxing environment is provided in the Prep and Recovery area, where colorful floor patterns and accent paint tones contribute to Kaiser’s patient-focused approach.

Kaiser Permanent San Rafael Diagnostic and Treatment Suites - MRI Imaging room to the left and control room to the right

A control room provides staff with audio and visual connection to patients undergoing a Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) diagnosis for a variety of conditions ranging from cancer to sports injuries. Color coding in the floor finish as well as a luminous ceiling make the space more user-friendly while meeting stringent codes.

Kaiser Permanent San Rafael Diagnostic and Treatment Suites - IR/Cath Lab doctor and nurse at workThe Interventional Radiology and Cardiac Cath Lab is a complex network of architecture and engineering that supports X-ray videography equipment used for surgical procedures, many of which are life-saving interventions.

Kaiser Permanent San Rafael Diagnostic and Treatment Suites - Endoscopy Room

Having a clean and efficient workspace in the GI Diagnostic and Treatment Room enables staff to consider patient comfort while using computerized endoscopy equipment for a variety of procedures.

Kaiser Permanent San Rafael Diagnostic and Treatment Suites - Nurse in patient recovery area

Feedback from users at the facility reflects their appreciation for being included in a design process which has results in the successful delivery of expanded patient services on their San Rafael campus.