Jill Woods
Managing Principal, Healthcare Practice LeaderNAC
Jill Woods, a Healthcare Practice Leader at NAC, focuses on utilizing design to improve the healthcare experience. By thoughtfully listening to caregivers and observing, firsthand, how healthcare environments impact the patient, family members and those providing care, she continues to advance the way that healthcare is provided and received. With a career spanning 30 years, Jill works closely with clients to get a clear understanding of their vision and helps synthesize guiding principles that will lead them through the design process. She builds collaborative interdisciplinary teams that use ideation to solve problems and create the best experiences for people. Growing up in a rural community makes helping rural health particularly rewarding.
E65 – A Rural Health Transformation: Making a Difference for Those Who Come Next
Most take for granted access to healthcare. This is not the case in rural communities where hospitals are being forced to discontinue vital programs o…Most take for granted access to healthcare. This is not the case in rural communities where hospitals are being forced to discontinue vital programs or shutdown entirely. Plagued by financial struggles, aging facilities, and lack of providers, nearly…Most take for granted access to healthcare. This is not the case in rural communities where hospitals are being forced to discontinue vital programs or shutdown entirely. Plagued by financial struggles, aging facilities, and lack of providers, nearly 200 rural hospitals have closed over the last 20 years, leading to care deserts across the country. Quincy, Washington was on the verge of becoming another rural community lacking healthcare. Facing …Most take for granted access to healthcare. This is not the case in rural communities where hospitals are being forced to discontinue vital programs or shutdown entirely. Plagued by financial struggles, aging facilities, and lack of providers, nearly 200 rural hospitals have closed over the last 20 years, leading to care deserts across the country. Quincy, Washington was on the verge of becoming another rural community lacking healthcare. Facing $5 million debt and the challenges of an aging facility, many believed the hospital would cease to exist. Glenda Bishop, CEO of Quincy Valley Medical Center, knew that for the future of Quincy, it was imperative to replace the existing hospital. Glenda and the design team will share the process of eliminating debt, obtaining funding, engaging the community, casting vision, determining the right programs, planning for flexibility and designing an inviting experience, while being good stewards of the community’s resources. The physical transformation has completely changed the perception of care provided at QVMC. Initial outcomes after six months include a 34% increase in rural health clinic encounters and a reduction in job openings. With a visionary leader, an invested community, and the right team, hope is possible for rural healthcare.Show MoreClick the title to see all detailsShow More
