Healthcare

With over 65 years of experience, we’ve provided design services for more than 500 medical facilities, including new construction, expansions, and renovations. Our projects span a wide range of scopes and budgets, from under $1 million to over $500 million in construction value.

Our healthcare design portfolio includes:

  • Hospitals, Medical Offices, and Clinics

  • Specialty Units – ICU, NICU, PEDICU, RTU

  • Hospital Departments – Radiology, Laboratory, Nuclear Medicine, Pharmacy

  • Emergency Departments

  • Imaging and Dialysis Centers

  • Long-Term Care and Assisted Living Facilities

  • Central Utility Plants

  • Parking Structures

City of Hope 1.5 MRI Equipment Replacement

Keck Hospital of USC    Nuclear Medicine Gamma Camera Replacement

Providence St. Mary MRI Equipment Replacement

City of Hope Helford Hospital PET/CT Equipment Replacement

Providence St. Mary Urinalysis Equipment Anchorage

Providence St. Mary Clinical Lab Cobas Analyzer Installation

Hoag Memorial Hospital Health Center 520 Superior Suite Expansion

Providence St. Mary Clinical Lab Cobas Analyzer Installation Feasibility Study 

Providence St. Mary Clinical Lab Cobas Analyzer Installation Feasibility Study 

Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista Kitchen Equipment Replacement

Providence Queen of the Valley Medical Center Profili 3T MRI Equipment Replacement

Providence St. Mary

Urinalysis Equipment Anchorage

IDS Group provided full architectural and engineering services for the replacement of two Coagulation STAGO Analyzers, one Beckman Coulter Urinalysis Analyzer, and one Blood Bank Freezer. The project scope included:

  • Seismic anchoring of new countertop equipment using HCAI OPM-approved Safe-T-Proof straps

  • Anchorage of floor-mounted equipment with HCAI-approved manufacturer kits

  • Construction document preparation and submission for HCAI review and approval

  • Field verification site visits for existing conditions and post-construction compliance

  • Construction phase services, as needed

In addition, IDS supported the installation of new custom tables engineered to support up to 2,000 lbs of analyzer equipment. Our team:

  • Reviewed and responded to HCAI Plan Review comments using shop drawings

  • Provided detailed anchorage designs and calculations for each table

  • Updated all relevant plans and elevations to reflect the new scope

  • Added a dedicated table detail sheet to the final drawing set

 

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City of Hope

1.5 MRI Equipment Replacement

IDS Group partnered with the City of Hope team to support the removal and replacement of an existing 1.5T MRI unit at Helford Hospital. The project involved a number of design and construction challenges, which IDS successfully addressed, including:

  • Utilizing an adjacent intermediate room to facilitate equipment removal and installation

  • Replacing recessed slab connections with overhead MEP infrastructure to minimize floor disruption

  • Repairing existing copper RF shielding to maintain imaging room integrity

  • Designing equipment anchorage methods that avoided disruption to the sterile department located below

IDS provided architectural and engineering solutions that ensured compliance, minimized operational downtime, and preserved the hospital’s critical clinical functions throughout construction. 

 

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Hoag Memorial Hospital

Health Center 520 Superior Suite Expansion

IDS Group collaborated with Hoag Memorial Hospital to renovate and expand an existing outpatient hyperbaric service space. The project scope included:

  • Addition of two hyperbaric chamber stations

  • Creation of one holding area, two dressing rooms, one soiled holding room, one exam room, and three new office spaces

These additions were achieved through adaptive reuse of an adjacent conference room, downsizing the central staff area, and relocating handwashing and storage amenities within the hyperbaric chamber room for improved functionality.

In a subsequent phase, the Hoag project management team requested a renovation of the enclosed reception area. IDS redesigned the space to connect seamlessly with the adjacent first-floor public circulation, enhancing the entry experience, increasing seating capacity, and creating a more welcoming and aesthetically pleasing environment for patients and visitors.

 

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Keck Medicine of USC

Nuclear Medicine Gamma Camera Replacement

IDS Group provided architectural and engineering services for the replacement of an existing ADAC Lab gamma camera with a new Siemens EVO unit. The existing gamma camera room did not meet current California Building Code minimum clearance requirements for the imaging table and unit.

Working closely with HCAI North Los Angeles staff, IDS successfully demonstrated an “equipment replacement in kind” strategy. By showing that the new system would increase the clear floor area compared to the outgoing equipment, IDS preserved the existing room boundaries, eliminating the need for structural expansion and allowing uninterrupted operation of the adjacent Hot Lab.

The new camera was located directly above an existing HVAC duct, creating anchorage challenges. IDS’s structural team developed a custom solution to:

  • Anchor the cantilevered pivot table and unit without intruding on the duct space

  • Use surface- and wall-mounted electrical connections to eliminate the need for access below the unit

  • Ensure full compliance with seismic and code requirements without disrupting building systems

 

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City of Hope

Helford Hospital PET/CT Equipment Replacement

IDS Group partnered with Helford Hospital at City of Hope National Medical Center to replace an aging PET/CT unit originally installed in 2005. To meet updated California Building Code requirements, the project included:

  • Expansion of the existing imaging room to provide the required clearances and turning radius around the new PET/CT table and unit

  • Addition of a hot-soiled room

  • Enclosure of existing holding areas to create dedicated holding rooms

During construction, IDS navigated tight ceiling and infrastructure constraints by:

  • Utilizing a hybrid Unistrut support system to accommodate limited space between ductwork and suspended ceilings

  • Implementing an underslab utility well to route conduit and piping between the PET/CT unit and its accessory equipment, ensuring clean integration without disrupting surrounding systems

This project reflects IDS’s ability to balance technical, spatial, and regulatory challenges within active healthcare environments.

 

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Providence St. Mary

Medical Center Clinical Lab Cobas Analyzer Installation

IDIDS Group provided full architectural and engineering design services for the installation of Roche Cobas analyzers in the Clinical Laboratory on the first floor of Providence St. Mary Medical Center.

Following a feasibility study, IDS addressed feedback from the Providence project team and developed detailed construction documents for the analyzer installation and associated lab renovations. These documents were submitted to the California Department of Healthcare Access and Information (HCAI) for review and approval.

IDS continues to support the project through:

  • Preparation of bid-phase documentation packages

  • Responses to contractor questions and RFI/submittal reviews

  • Active participation in Owner/Architect/Contractor (OAC) meetings

  • Periodic site visits and ongoing construction phase services

  • Final project closeout with HCAI field staff

Upon project completion, IDS will provide record drawings to Providence for their documentation and operational use.

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City of Hope

X-Ray Equipment Replacement

IDS Group partnered with the City of Hope team to remove and replace X-ray equipment in both a Radiographic/Fluoroscopy Room and a Chest Room. A comprehensive evaluation determined that the existing room sizes were adequate and that existing floor and wall raceways could be reused, reducing construction impact and cost.

Key upgrades and modifications included:

  • Lowering full-height control room enclosures to 8 feet, supported by custom-installed tube steel frames, eliminating the need for overhead structural attachment.

  • Upgrading all ceiling Unistrut supports to the floor deck above to comply with updated structural code requirements.

  • Complete flooring and cabinetry replacement in both rooms to enhance aesthetics and functionality.

  • Installation of a finished enclosure around the electrical shutoff panel to improve visual integration.

The project successfully modernized both imaging rooms while maintaining compliance with current building and healthcare facility codes.

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Providence Queen of the Valley

Medical Center Profili 3T MRI Equipment Replacement

IDS Group is providing architectural design services for the replacement of an existing MRI unit with a new 3T MRI at the Profili Imaging Center in Napa, California. The project encompasses approximately 1,500 square feet and includes:

  • MRI Room

  • Control Room

  • MRI Equipment Room

  • Two Electrical Rooms

  • Exterior Equipment Yard

As part of the design scope, IDS is delivering all necessary infrastructure upgrades and ensuring compliance with current code requirements for imaging suites. The project is being carefully planned to support advanced diagnostic capabilities while enhancing functionality, safety, and system integration.

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IDS is providing comprehensive design and engineering services to support the pre-design feasibility of a full kitchen equipment replacement. Our team is working to establish all mechanical, plumbing, gas, and electrical requirements necessary for the integration of new equipment, while identifying opportunities for value engineering and scope reduction to align with the project’s budget prior to the start of Schematic Design.

In collaboration with a specialized food service designer, IDS is responsible for:

  • Developing construction documents

  • Preparing construction cost estimates and project scheduling

  • Facilitating agency reviews through HCAI

  • Overseeing construction administration

This early-phase support ensures the project moves forward with clarity, compliance, and cost-efficiency—setting the foundation for a successful kitchen infrastructure upgrade.

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Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista

Kitchen Equipment Replacement

Providence St. Mary

Medical Center Clinical Lab Cobas Analyzer Installation Feasibility Study

IDS Group provided architectural and engineering services to conduct a comprehensive feasibility study for the installation of Roche Cobas analyzers in the Clinical Laboratory on the first floor of Providence St. Mary Medical Center.

As part of the study, IDS:

  • Evaluated the Roche Cobas analyzer equipment and assessed the two installation options presented in the Roche Cobas Pure Equipment Feasibility Study

  • Recommended the optimal installation approach based on impacts to existing lab layout, equipment, workflow, and operations

  • Reviewed and analyzed alternative solutions for flexibility and future adaptability

To support the evaluation, IDS conducted a detailed as-built site survey of the Clinical Lab and its supporting infrastructure. A final feasibility report was submitted, outlining the preferred approach to install two Roche Cobas analyzers and relocate existing lab equipment.

Following submittal, IDS addressed all review comments from the Providence project team to ensure alignment with operational goals and future renovation planning. 

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Providence St. Mary

MRI Equipment Replacement

IDS Group provided full architectural and engineering services for the installation of a new I-2 non-sleeping Inpatient MRI suite, featuring a 1.5T MRI scan room with dedicated support spaces for equipment, staff control, and patient dressing and toilet facilities.

Located on the first floor, the project required:

  • Relocation of the existing Medical Records administrative space

  • Renovations to the adjacent Respiratory Therapy department to accommodate the new layout.

Key design elements included:

  • Integration of acute care mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems into a former office environment

  • Installation of an exterior knock-out panel to allow for current and future MRI unit replacement

  • Incorporation of code-required and client-requested support amenities

  • Departmental relocation planning to minimize operational disruption

  • A utility infrastructure study evaluating campus chilled water tie-in vs. a new rooftop chiller system, with cost and performance considerations

IDS’s design ensured the successful transformation of administrative and clinical spaces into a fully compliant, functional inpatient imaging suite within an active healthcare setting.

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