"We Have Outgrown Our Space; Our Facility Is Old and Falling Apart": Physical Design Implications to Address the Needs and Priorities of a Critical Access Hospital (CAH).

Objective: This exploratory study examines a rural critical access hospital (CAH) staff's perception of current obstacles and needs concerning the physical environment.

Background: CAH intends to improve access to healthcare, coordinate with experts and providers, and serve as the rural population's healthcare hub. It is imperative to understand environmental qualities that impact the quality of care to develop effective policies and design guidelines for rural healthcare.