KAWARTHA LAKES-“If you’ve ever had an X-ray, you know it can be painful and difficult to shift and adjust your body so the Technologist can get the best image. Imagine robotic arms that move the scanners around you to get the most precise image,” said Dr. Paul Wilson, RMH Chief of Radiology.
Work currently underway in the Ross Memorial Hospital’s Diagnostic Imaging Department includes the installation of X-ray/Fluoroscopy technology, the first of it’s kind in Canada.The RMH Foundation is working with Dr. Wilson to launch ‘The Greatest Gifts’ Holiday Appeal to support the cost of this state-of-the-art medical equipment.
“This new technology will do more than improve our patients’ experience. It will enable the potential future development of Interventional Radiology services at Ross Memorial Hospital.”
Interventional Radiology is a medical specialty that involves the use of imaging to guide a physician during diagnostic or therapeutic procedures such as needle biopsies and the insertion of catheters or PICC lines (Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter) to deliver
intravenous (IV) medications. Currently, patients requiring this specialty service must be transferred to a hospital outside of this community.
“This is an exciting time — for patients and for the team at the Ross. How thrilling to be the first Hospital in Canada to offer this unique technology that transforms the team’s diagnostic and treatment abilities,” said Brian Kelsey, RMHF Board Chair. “We’re mailing Dr. Wilson’s Holiday Appeal letter to every household in the City of Kawartha Lakes so everyone can help transform care at Ross Memorial Hospital.”
“Here at the Ross, we count donor support among our greatest gifts,” said Erin Coons, RMHF Executive Director. “The Hospital doesn’t receive provincial funding to cover the cost of this equipment. Without the generosity of so many individuals, organizations and businesses in our community, important projects such as this wouldn’t be possible. We’re so fortunate to have exceptional support for exceptional care in the City of Kawartha Lakes.”
