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2025 Central Texas

Hospital, Outpatient Facilities & Medical Office Buildings Summit

5 Hours CEU Education + 2 Hours Networking

Presented by
Corporate Realty, Design & Management Institute | AMFP | National, Regional, and Local Sponsors

Future of Healthcare Facilities

Tackling Aging Infrastructure, Rising Demand, and New Care Models

Five Hours CEU & Two Hours Networking

AIA HSW | Engineers PDH

September 12, 2025

Norris Conference Centers – San Antonio
Red Oak Ballroom A

618 NW Loop 410, San Antonio, TX 78216

7:45 am to 8:45 am Registration & Networking

8:45 am to 9:00 am Welcome & Introductions

9:00 am to 3:30 pm Program-Lunch Included

An executive summary & presentation materials are provided to Summit attendees.

► REGISTRATION

Group discounts of 25% are available during the registration process. To qualify, register 4 or more attendees at the same time & under one account. The discount will be displayed on the final payment page.

Through Aug 07

Non-AMFP Members

AMFP Members

Healthcare/Academic System Employees

$179

$109

$ 59

Aug 08 - Sep 04

$229

$159

$ 79

Sep 05 - Sep 11

$289

$219

$ 99

At the Door Sep 12

$319

Because things happen... Purchase protection is now available when you register for this summit.

► EARN 5 CEU HOURS

AIA HSW* | Engineers PDH

*We will report your credits to the American Institute of Architects

► SESSIONS: INFORMATION YOU CAN USE NOW & IN THE FUTURE

The Summit’s agenda is organized into five key themes:

Innovative Ideas
Emerging Best Practices
Advancing Care Delivery Models Across Diverse Communities
A Deep Dive into Adaptive Reuse, Renovations & Flexible Facilities
Leveraging Technology

We are curating a roster of speakers and exhibitors to share the latest on strategic planning, real estate, design, construction, and operations of healthcare facilities. Discover the emerging trends, strategies, technologies, and the services & products reshaping the healthcare built environment. Network with your industry peers. Earn CEU credits. Gain valuable insights you can put to work the next day.

► INNOVATIVE IDEAS

Understanding High-Rise Hospitals
While home to some of the world’s tallest hospitals, the typical U.S. hospital is only 3 to 6 stories. Understand what drives the height of a hospital. Discover the advantages, unique characteristics, and trade-offs of going higher. Explore the state of the art for designing and building mid-rise and high-rise hospitals.

Andrew Campbell, Project Manager, Skanska
Robert Feldbauer, DBA, FACHE, Chief Facilities and Real Estate Development Officer, Children's Health System of Texas
Charles Griffin, FAIA, FACHA, EDAC, Principal, Healthcare Director, Page, now Stantec
Engineer
Moderator: Greg Francis, MBA, Vice President, Jacobs

► EMERGING BEST PRACTICES

Creating a High-Quality Workplace Experience in Healthcare

Healthcare is a 24-hour 365-day people business, yet at every level there is labor shortage. Without a great workplace it’s difficult to attract and retain the right people needed to care for a growing patient population. Explore what makes a high-quality workplace experience. Unpack the science and how it helps people thrive personally and professionally. Discover how design supports recruitment, performance, and reduces burnout. Identify the amenities people truly want in the healthcare workplace.

Sandra Bradley, MA, BSN, RN, EDAC, Clinical Operational Planner, Guidon Design
Brian Freeman, Vice President, Capital Improvement Projects and Real Estate Development, University Health
Irene Sandate, DNP, Chief Nursing Officer, University Health Women's & Children's Hospital
Architect
Moderator: Andy Mina, PE, FHFI, Deputy COO, Broaddus & Associates

Security in an Era of Increased Violence

The safety of staff and patients is a top priority for healthcare facilities. Explore how to integrate design, people, procedures, hardware, technology, even landscaping to create cost effective security. Learn how early involvement of security professionals in the design process avoid costs and tragic situations.

Ashley Ditta, MS, CHPA, CPP, Public Safety & Parking Director, Newton Wellesley Hospital; VP/Treasurer, IAHSS Foundation
Anthony Lamar Johnson, Director of Security, Ascension
Tim Rule, A&E Consultant Program Director, West, Hanwha Vision America
Elhadji Sarr, Chief Public Safety and Security Officer, Houston Methodist
Melanie Wright, CFDAI, CSI, Regional Business Development Manager Healthcare, Assa Abloy
Moderator: Bill Navejar, President, IAHSS Foundation

► ADVANCING CARE DELIVERY MODELS ACROSS DIVERSE COMMUNITIES

Effective Strategies for Outpatient Care & Ambulatory Surgery Centers

As a key part of a modern healthcare system, ASCs offer convenient, high-quality, cost-effective, and patient-centered surgical care. Assess why and how the right mix of site selection, real estate, facility design, operations, patient experience, and workforce strategies are needed to thrive in this ultra-competitive and rapidly changing healthcare landscape.

Steven Donnelly, Vice President of Real Estate, Legent Health
Kevin King, Associate AIA, Senior Design Manager, Earl Swensson Associates (ESa)
Katherine Manuel-Reyes, Senior Vice President, Ambulatory Services, University Health
Chris Rodriguez, Senior Superintendent, Layton Construction
Engineer
Moderator: TBA

► A DEEP DIVE INTO RENOVATIONS, ADAPTIVE REUSE, AND FLEXIBLE FACILITIES

The Power of Shell Space in Healthcare Facilities

Explore the decision grid for creating shell space when building new medical facilities. Understand the “true” costs of having or not having shell space. Identify the benefits of responding quickly to changing market forces, evolving patient care, technological advancements, and operational requirements without extended timelines or major regulatory hurdles. Learn how to pre-engineer shell space for optimal first cost and rapid deployment.

Steven Knowles, Construction Manager, Layton Construction
Matt Short, Principal, SSR
Russ Williams, COO, Texas Children's Hospital
Architect
Engineer
Moderator: TBA

► LEVERAGING TECHNOLOGY

Using Cleanroom Technology to Improve Critical Environments in Healthcare

Using Cleanroom Technology to Improve Critical Environments in Healthcare
The high-tech industry is relentless in finding ways to improve quality while doing it faster and often for less. Learn how cleanroom methodologies can enhance the design, construction, performance, and maintenance of operating rooms, procedure rooms, exam rooms, and pharmacies.

Cliff Yahnke, PhD, Chief Science Officer, SLD Technologies

Connected by Design: Tech, Teams & Tomorrow’s Hospitals

Tomorrow’s healthcare facilities demand more than smart systems — they require smart collaboration. This panel explores how early, intentional integration of clinical, IT, OT, and collaborative stakeholders leads to interoperable environments that enhance patient experiences, streamline operations, and ensure long-term adaptability.

Matt Aguilar, Executive Director, IT Facilities Infrastructure Technologies, UC Davis Health
Zac Hillyard, RSM, SmartScore AP, Principal, SSR Inc
Braheem Santos, BS Engineering, Healthcare Segment Leader, Schneider Electric
Moderator: Candace LeVaughn, Strategic Account Executive, Healthcare, Schneider Electric; President, AMFP Central Texas