Ambulatory Surgery Centers
"Surgery suites possess some of the most intricate design requirements within the realm of healthcare facilities. The substantial costs associated with construction, operation, and equipment necessitate that these spaces be meticulously planned and adaptable to accommodate evolving surgical procedures. By prioritizing the experiences of patients, caregivers, and staff, as well as optimizing supply and equipment flow, we can enhance efficiency and ultimately drive cost-effectiveness."”
~Margaret MulCahy, Principal
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by Maggie MulCahy & Myles Hyman
Posted: 03/11/2026
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HHA designed Southern Tier Orthopedic & Pain Management Surgery Center, a five-OR ambulatory surgery center supporting efficient outpatient care in Johnson City, NY.
Posted: 02/14/2022
HHA transformed a 24,900-square-foot former office and manufacturing building into an ophthalmology practice and ambulatory surgery center with two operating rooms, eight recovery bays, and 18 exam lanes.
Posted: 01/20/2021
HHA designed a 7,500-square-foot ambulatory eye surgery center with two operating rooms, a procedure room, seven patient care stations, and nature-inspired interiors.
Posted: 02/23/2021
HHA designed a 7,454-square-foot ambulatory surgery center in Plattsburgh with two operating rooms, eight pre- and post-operative bays, and abundant natural light.
Posted: 07/12/2018
HHA renovated and expanded 48,820 square feet of surgical space at Albany Medical Center, creating 15 operating and procedure rooms, a 22-bed PACU, sterile core, and clinical support areas.
Posted: 07/05/2018
HHA designed a 4,575-square-foot operating room suite addition at Benedictine Hospital with two new ORs, expanded recovery space, sterile support areas, and a dedicated air handling system.
Posted: 07/12/2018
HHA designed a 1,740-square-foot temporary operating room suite at Albany Medical Center, coordinating two ORs, medical equipment, structural constraints, and code requirements.
Posted: 07/12/2018
HHA renovated an operating room at Albany Medical Center into a hybrid endovascular and surgical suite with advanced imaging, integrated equipment, and a custom nurses’ workstation.
Posted: 07/23/2020
HHA renovated 10,600 square feet at Albany Medical Center’s South Clinical Campus to create an extended-stay recovery suite with 12 patient bays, private rooms, and upgraded support spaces.
Posted: 07/24/2020
HHA transformed 12,000 square feet of former retail space into a modern ambulatory surgery center for OrthoNY with four operating rooms, 18 patient beds, and dedicated patient drop-off and pick-up areas.
Posted: 07/30/2018
HHA designed a 10,000-square-foot surgery and pain management center with Class B and Class C operating rooms, flexible pre- and post-operative bays, and efficient one-way patient flow.
Posted: 04/02/2019
HHA designed an 11,850-square-foot gastroenterology and outpatient surgery facility for Albany Medical Center with four procedure rooms, an operating room, and efficient patient flow.
Posted: 07/23/2020
HHA renovated Albany Medical Center’s cardiac catheterization department, adding a fourth cath lab, TEE procedure room, central control room, and hybrid cath/EP lab.
Posted: 07/30/2018
HHA designed a 7,000-square-foot ophthalmology surgery center in Latham with Class B and Class C operating rooms, laser and exam spaces, and efficient patient circulation.
Posted: 07/30/2018
HHA designed a 22,215-square-foot optical and ambulatory surgery center with 15 exam rooms, two operating rooms, laser treatment spaces, and efficient patient circulation.
Posted: 07/31/2018
HHA designed a 5,650-square-foot multispecialty surgery center near Syracuse with two operating rooms, efficient patient flow, natural light, and calming patient spaces.
Posted: 07/30/2018
HHA converted a 5,200-square-foot office-based endoscopy center into an Article 28 ambulatory surgery center with procedure, recovery, nursing, registration, and patient support spaces.
Posted: 06/30/2018
HHA designed a 5,800-square-foot ophthalmology surgery center with operating and laser rooms, pre- and post-operative bays, and a calming, patient-centered environment.