Designing a More Efficient OR Suite at Inova Fairfax Medical Campus

The recently completed OR suite renovation at the flagship Inova Health System campus in Northern Virginia exemplifies how a complex healthcare facility can evolve for operational excellence while fully remaining in service. Through a 40,000-square-foot transformation across three building footprints, the project re-oriented the floor plan, standardized 30 operating rooms, and consolidated sterile cores and storage to optimize clinician workflow and resource access.

What stands out is not just the scale or technical complexity—but the focus on future‐readiness. From re-usable OR types to advanced ceiling systems, consistent workflows and a 12 % energy reduction, the design positions the facility for increased surgical volume, staffing attraction and long-term resilience.

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