Hospital and Healthcare Security

Hospital and Healthcare Security, Seventh Edition addresses the latest challenges in healthcare security, including advances in data protection, the rise of patient-generated violence, emerging technologies, and evolving regulatory frameworks. With comprehensive updates and approximately 25-30% new content, the book reflects the rapid changes in healthcare, from legal standards to operational innovations. It emphasizes security master planning, risk assessment, and the integration of protection philosophies within healthcare facilities. Detailed, operationally proven practices, policies, and procedures stress the importance of people, processes, and technology. In addition, the book also explains the roles of design, emergency management, and policy in shaping effective security programs.

Deemed by executives, accrediting agencies, and industry associations as the industry’s standard of care, this reference sets benchmarks for legal and operational excellence in healthcare security, ensuring thorough preparedness for professionals at every level. The book serves as a vital resource, guiding new entrants, promoted professionals, and seasoned experts toward mastering security in today’s complex healthcare environment.