Group practice facilities - Part 1

The primary challenge to completing group practice projects successfully (vs. single doctor practice facilities) is the breakdown of collaboration/communication between doctors with differing design visions and budget expectations. For those of you able to resolve your differing project expectations, the rewards can be significant. These include: 1. Larger and impressive facilities with reduced overall costs per square foot due to economy of scale. 2. Reduced equipment costs through sharing of major equipment/technology components. 3. Reduced building system costs through sharing of HVAC/mechanical, electrical, and plumbing infrastructure. 4. Standardized treatment/operatory configurations and ergonomics attractive to most operators. 5. Broad appeal design esthetic outcomes.