June 2006
Medical Center B
Interview with Facilities Officer
Session Notes, August 22, 2005
Attendees
John Bochek
William Nelson
Steve Tharldson
Nicholas Krauja
Cindy Doolittle
Theodore Moeller
Construction
Engineering staff was not present during initial construction. VA staff worked on several com-
pletion items prior to initial occupancy.
Operation
Interstitial service zone reduces time required to complete maintenance and modifica-
tions/remodel. Impacts on occupied space and adjacent areas are reduced.
Modifications
Original designed for 725 Med-Surg-Psych beds and 120 bed NHCU. Wings converted or re-
modeled as bed count reduced. Radiology equipment has been replaced.
Tele/data extensions and addition of new systems are by IRMS and do not use defined sub-
zones and channels.
Advantages/Disadvantages of VAHBS
What would you change?
Provide drains in service zone.
SUPPLEMENT TO RESEARCH STUDY REPORT
VA HOSPITAL BUILDING SYSTEM
APPENDIX A-16
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