Innovative Healthcare & Education: Boston Children’s Hospital & Countway Library

Additional fee, registration required.

This one-of-a-kind tour will showcase cutting-edge advancements in healthcare and health sciences education. 

Don't miss this opportunity to explore two world-renowned institutions located just a few blocks apart in the heart of the Longwood Medical and Academic Area: Boston Children's Hospital and Harvard Medical School's Countway Library of Medicine. Join us to gain insights into the design and functionality of these facilities, their evolution over the decades, and the interplay between healthcare delivery and medical education.

Learning Objectives

  1. Compare and contrast the design and functionality of a leading healthcare facility and a premier health sciences education environment.
  2. Identify key architectural and operational strategies that enhance patient care and educational outcomes.
  3. Discuss the roles of universal access, sustainability and wellness in the design and operation of healthcare and health sciences facilities.
  4. Apply innovative design solutions to create environments that support health, safety, and welfare.