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Branden L Laptalo

Branden L Laptalo

Project ManagerHensel Phelps

Branden Laptalo, Hensel Phelps Project Manager, brings 13 years of industry experience with an extensive understanding of healthcare and aviation construction from working on projects across Northern California. A 2013 graduate of San Jose State University with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Branden’s portfolio exceeds $2.3 billion and totals nearly 2,000,000 SF of space delivered. Rising through the ranks as a field engineer, office engineer, estimator, project engineer, and area superintendent, he offers the rare ability to transition seamlessly between the project manager and project superintendent roles to meet project needs. He is currently the project manager for a $1.7 billion healthcare facility in Sacramento.

Sun Oct 182:00 PM – 3:00 PM

E30 – It’s All About Outlets: Aligning Technology, Infrastructure, and Medical Equipment Planning

Healthcare projects today demand seamless orchestration across technology, infrastructure, and operations. This session explores how visionary plannin…Healthcare projects today demand seamless orchestration across technology, infrastructure, and operations. This session explores how visionary planning, precision infrastructure, and advanced robotics converge to create future-ready surgical environm…Healthcare projects today demand seamless orchestration across technology, infrastructure, and operations. This session explores how visionary planning, precision infrastructure, and advanced robotics converge to create future-ready surgical environments. Drawing on real-world case studies—from advanced technology integration (Da Vinci robotics, Stereotaxis, auxiliary systems for CATH & EP, etc.) to robust equipment-infrastructure coordinatio…Healthcare projects today demand seamless orchestration across technology, infrastructure, and operations. This session explores how visionary planning, precision infrastructure, and advanced robotics converge to create future-ready surgical environments. Drawing on real-world case studies—from advanced technology integration (Da Vinci robotics, Stereotaxis, auxiliary systems for CATH & EP, etc.) to robust equipment-infrastructure coordination—speakers will guide attendees through: Strategic OR transformation: Evaluating how robotic-assisted systems impact room layout, power, data, HVAC, and surge protection. Integrated medical-equipment planning: Leveraging BIM-based clash detection, GCR reviews, and conduit planning and mapping to prevent onsite surprises and minimize construction delays. Future-proofing innovations: Designing spaces that accommodate evolving advanced devices—AI-enabled robots, imaging systems, and diagnostic tools—while ensuring infrastructure adaptability and scalability. Attendees will gain actionable best practices for aligning next-gen technology deployment with infrastructure planning—empowering teams to design and operate OR/IR and procedural suites that are technologically advanced, logistically effortless, and ready for future innovation.    Show MoreClick the title to see all detailsShow More

Educational SessionSession TypeTechnology & InnovationSession Track
Qusai A. Shikari
Zhang Jiang
Marco Rebolledo
Branden L Laptalo
Qusai A. Shikari
Qusai A. ShikariDirector of Healthcare Technology Management, Kaiser Permanente
Zhang Jiang
Zhang JiangProject Architect, SmithGroup
Marco Rebolledo
Marco RebolledoProject Manager, Electrical, Salas O'Brien
Branden L Laptalo
Branden L LaptaloProject Manager, Hensel Phelps
Qusai A. Shikari
Qusai A. ShikariDirector of Healthcare Technology Management, Kaiser Permanente
Zhang Jiang
Zhang JiangProject Architect, SmithGroup
Marco Rebolledo
Marco RebolledoProject Manager, Electrical, Salas O'Brien
Branden L Laptalo
Branden L LaptaloProject Manager, Hensel Phelps
AIA Forums Track:Yes
Allow Registration:No
Capacity Unlimited:No
Clinical Track:No
Facilities and Project Management Track:No