Celebrating Over 25 Years of Professional Education & Networking
9th New England
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
What's Next for Healthcare Facilities
Addressing Vital Economic, Design, Construction,
Workforce, and Operational Challenges
Planning, Real Estate, Design, Construction, and Operation of
Hospitals | Clinics | ASCs | MOBs | Tele, Home & Mobile Health | Non-Clinical | Academic & Research
Five Hours CEU & Two Hours Networking
AIA HSW | Engineers PDH
Thursday, May 28, 2026
Federal Reserve Plaza
600 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02210
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
PLEASE NOTE:
Because our venue is inside a secured Federal Building, all Summit attendees must be on the list we provide in advance to Security Services. This means we cannot allow walk-up/at-the-door attendees at this summit.
We are now curating sessions, speakers, and exhibitors.
► 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.
Non-AMFP Members
AMFP Members
Healthcare/Academic System Employees
Through Apr 21
$259
$169
$ 59
Apr 22 to May 20
$309
$219
$ 79
May 21 to May 27
$359
$269
$ 99
May 28
$399
$399
$399
Because things happen... Purchase protection is now available when you register for this summit.
► EARN 5 CEU HOURS | AIA HSW | Engineers PDH
We issue a Certificate of Attendance for self-reporting and report AIA credits to the American Institute of Architects.
► SUMMIT SESSIONS WILL EXPLORE
Practical strategies & tactics you need to survive the turbulent times ahead.
► FIVE WAYS YOU WILL BENEFIT
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Explore emerging trends, strategies, technologies, services & products.
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Gain valuable insights you can put to work the next day.
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An executive summary & presentation materials are provided to Summit attendees.
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Earn 5 CEU credits.
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Network with your industry peers.
► SESSIONS
Looking Far Ahead: Healthcare Industry Outlook 2026 and Beyond
Delve into the top trends reshaping the future of U.S. healthcare. Realize how these divergent trends impact every healthcare system differently and require unique infrastructure solutions. Leave with the knowledge you need to plan, design, build, and operate healthcare facilities that are more effective, efficient, adaptable, and impactful.
Speakers TBA
Navigating Cost, Scope and Complexity of Today’s Big Campus Projects
Aging facilities, new technology, consolidation, and demand for more efficiency has driven healthcare construction projects in 2025 to exceed $40B, setting new records! Many are complex, multi-phase projects on existing campuses with an elevated risk profile and budgets exceeding $1B. Hear how a project team can mitigate risk, navigate an increasingly stressed supply chain, produce more with a smaller workforce, and some new lessons learned.
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Allan Ames, PE, LEED AP BD+C, Chief Executive Officer, BR+A Consulting Engineers
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David Duncan, System Vice President of Facilities Management, Dartmouth Health
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Jessica Stebbins, IIDA, LEED AP, Associate Vice President, Health Principal & New England Market Sector Leader, HDR
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Health System #2
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Moderator: Randy Keiser, National Healthcare Director, Turner & Townsend Healthcare
Security System Oversights to Avoid When Modernizing Your Facility
Explore missteps to avoid when reviewing the latest in security technology when modernizing your facility. An inside look on what not to overlook, what’s likely to be outdated and implications for overall security of your facilities, and code compliance issues. Insights from the world’s leading professional association security experts, IAHSS.
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Ashley Ditta, MS, CHPA, CPP, Associate VP, Public Safety Operations, Advocate Health; IAHSS Foundation President Elect
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William Gibbons, Chief of Public Safety, Boston Medical Center
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Timothy Tull, MBA, CEM-IAEM, Vice President, Security, Mass General Brigham
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Melanie Wright, CFDAI, CSI, Regional Business Development Manager, HID Global
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Moderator: Bill Navejar, President, Bill Navejar Consulting Services; IAHSS Foundation President
Behavioral Health: How the Built Environment Shapes Healing and Safety
Demand for behavioral health services is rising and is one of the top drivers for increases in healthcare spending nationwide. As a result, healthcare systems are reassessing ways facility design can support better patient outcomes and staff safety. Hear how providers and their construction partners are working together to deliver facilities that balance compassionate patient care with real-world operational needs.
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David Figgins, Senior Director, Project Management and Construction at Boston Children’s Hospital
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Kerry Pavey, Project Executive, Wise Construction
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Architect/Designer
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Behavioral Health Specialist
The Evolution of Operating Room Design - Why Early Decisions Matter
Operating rooms are the key to a hospital’s financial performance. Construction and renovation of these critical spaces is complex, expensive, and filled with challenges. Learn from industry experts how the use of prefabricated, modular construction is being adapted from the cleanroom industry to reduce schedule, lower costs, and improve patient safety. This panel discussion will feature multiple perspectives from an architect, contractor, engineer, and manufacturer on how early decisions can set the trajectory for success of these critical projects.
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Cliff Yahnke, PhD, Chief Scientist, SLD Technology
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Health System #1
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Health System #2
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Architect
How Great Design Improves the Bottomline!
Labor is a hospital’s largest cost center and its increasing! As a result, it’s vital to know why and how great design can improve labor costs everywhere every day. Explore how cost-effective design strategies, new construction techniques, improved operating approaches, and enhanced technology can control labor, operating, and capital costs while maximizing patient care and providing a better workplace.
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Healthcare System: Chief Operating Officer or Chief Nursing Officer
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Healthcare System: Planning, Design, and Construction
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Specialty Clinic: CMO or PDC Director
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Architect/Designer
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Vendor
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Moderator: Program Manager/Contractor/Engineer/Other
Hearing the Clinical Voice – Integrating Nurses and Frontline Providers in Facilities Planning
Getting input from nurses and frontline providers in the facilities planning process is vital for creating efficient, serviceable, and safe care environments. But there are significant challenges to overcome. Explore how to get their input soon enough to impact design, ways to overcome communication barriers, and the need to balance their clinical workload with their valuable input in the planning process.
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Healthcare System #1: Chief Nursing Officer
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Healthcare System #2: PDC/Facilities/Project Manager
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Architect
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Engineer
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Vendor
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Moderator
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 lead to interoperable environments that enhance patient experiences, streamline operations, and ensure long-term adaptability.
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Healthcare Facilities Executive
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Architect
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Engineer
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Contractor
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Medical Equipment Planner
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Technology Integrator/Consultant
► MEET HEALTHCARE BUILT ENVIRONMENT LEADERS
Senior Healthcare System Leaders | PDC & Facility Managers | Security Directors | Architects | Designers | Engineers | Program Managers | MOB & Clinic Owners | Developers | Real Estate Brokers | Property Managers | Attorneys
► SPONSORSHIP & SPEAKER OPPORTUNITIES
To become a Sponsor/Participating Partner:
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Rod Armstrong, 469-919-2341, rarmstrong@squarefootage.net
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Glenn Fischer, 971-219-0563, gfischer@squarefootage.net
For Requests to Present or Obtain Panel Seat Consideration:
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Alan Whitson, RPA, awhitson@squarefootage.net
► LOCATION
PRESENTED BY
Corporate Realty, Design & Management Institute, AMFP, and these National, Regional, and Local Sponsors
SUMMIT AMBASSADOR
INDUSTRY PARTNERS
MEDIA PARTNERS
