SMS Italo Canadese, celebrating their 90th anniversary this year, has made a generous $10,000 donation to the health foundation at Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital (KBRH), to support cancer diagnosis and care through the purchase of a portable ultrasound machine.
Members unanimously chose to give this meaningful gift during their annual general meeting and barbecue.
"This crucial piece of equipment will help improve diagnostic ability and workflow in our medical imaging department by reducing waitlist times for ultrasounds, ultimately enhancing patient care," says the KBRH Health Foundation.
"Thank you for your incredible support."
A portable ultrasound machine is a compact, mobile device used for medical imaging.
Unlike traditional ultrasound machines, which are typically large and stationary, portable ultrasound machines are designed to be lightweight and easy to transport.
They are used to create images of the inside of the body, such as organs, tissues, and blood flow, using sound waves.
Key features:
Portability: These machines are small enough to be carried by hand or wheeled on a cart, making them ideal for use in various settings, including emergency rooms, ambulances, remote locations, and patient bedside.
Battery-Powered: Many portable ultrasound machines have built-in batteries, allowing them to be used in locations without access to a power outlet.
Versatility: They can perform a variety of imaging tasks, such as obstetric scans, cardiac exams, abdominal imaging, and musculoskeletal assessments.
Ease of Use: These machines often feature user-friendly interfaces with touchscreen controls, making them accessible for healthcare providers with varying levels of expertise.
Connectivity: Many modern portable ultrasound devices offer wireless connectivity, allowing images to be transferred to other devices or cloud storage for easy sharing and analysis.
Portable ultrasound machines are particularly useful in point-of-care situations, where immediate imaging is needed to make quick clinical decisions.
They are also valuable in resource-limited settings where access to full-sized machines is not feasible.
