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Understanding User Behavior in Healthcare Design Analysis: A Case Study of Resala Specialty Hospital

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Last updated: 01 Feb 2025

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Architectural Engineering

Abstract

This scholarly article delves into the frequently disregarded element of user behavior in the realm of healthcare design. By employing Resala Specialty Hospital as a representative case study, our objective is to pinpoint critical issues and characteristics. These findings can subsequently serve as valuable inputs to enhance and refine design proposals in the healthcare sector. The ultimate goal is to foster a more user-centric approach in healthcare design, thereby improving the overall user experience and satisfaction. This endeavor underscores the importance of integrating user behavior insights into the design process, a factor that has been largely neglected in traditional healthcare design practices. Healthcare centers represent a crucial component of the medical network, offering a range of services to a designated population. These centers are typically staffed by a cadre of general practitioners and nurses who deliver primary healthcare services. The scope of services traditionally encompasses family practice and dental care; however, a significant number of clinics have broadened their offerings to include specialties such as internal medicine, pediatrics, women's health, family planning, and ancillary services like pharmacy, optometry, and laboratory testing. In nations that have implemented a universal healthcare system, healthcare centers are frequently utilized by the majority of the populace. Conversely, in regions lacking such a system, these centers primarily serve individuals who are uninsured, underinsured, those with limited financial resources, or residents of areas with scarce access to primary healthcare facilities.

DOI

10.21608/ijeasou.2025.339187.1005

Keywords

healthcare, Behavior, mapping, Tracking, Architecture Theory

Authors

First Name

Ahmed

Last Name

Elshahat

MiddleName

Adel

Affiliation

Department of Architecture, Faculty of Engineering, October 6 University, Giza, Egypt

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ahmed_elshahat.eng@o6u.edu.eg

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Henar

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AboMagd

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Department of Architecture, Faculty of Engineering, October 6 University, Giza, Egypt

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henar.eng@o6u.edu.eg

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October 6 City

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Volume

2

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1

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53012

Issue Date

2025-01-01

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2024-11-25

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2025-01-01

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167

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174

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3009-6448

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3,195

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International Journal of Engineering and Applied Sciences-October 6 University

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https://ijeasou.journals.ekb.eg/

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Understanding User Behavior in Healthcare Design Analysis: A Case Study of Resala Specialty Hospital

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01 Feb 2025