In this episode of Between the Lines with FGI, cohosts John Williams and Bridget McDougall sit down with Dr. Marie Martin from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to discuss the critical topic of safe patient handling and mobility. Dr. Martin shares her journey and insights into the development of guidelines and practices that ensure the safety and well-being of both patients and caregivers. Learn about the importance of accommodating individuals of all sizes in health care environments and the innovative solutions being implemented to address these needs. This episode is packed with valuable information for anyone interested in health care design and patient safety. Tune in for an engaging and educational conversation!

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American Society for Health Care Engineering (ASHE): Optimizing health care facilities

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S2 E6 – Accommodating Individuals of Size in Health Care

Between the Lines with FGI

S2 E6 – Accommodating Individuals of Size in Health Care