Our Current Greatest Need
Laparoscopic System
Nearly half of the surgeries performed at WDMH rely on one essential piece of equipment: the laparoscopic system, which acts as the surgeon’s eyes. After 17 years of use, this critical tool is reaching the end of its life, and the image quality is no longer where it needs to be, making procedures more challenging and patient care more complex. While this technology is vital, the provincial government does not fund medical equipment for hospitals, which is why community support is so important. Right now, you can help by giving today and doubling your impact, as every donation will be matched up to $10,000 thanks to a generous donor. Your generosity helps keep patients safe and ensures our teams have the tools they need to provide the very best care, when it matters most, thank you for caring for your hospital, your community, and every life we serve.
What is a laparoscopic system?
This system includes the tiny camera and equipment that let surgeons see inside the body during minimally invasive surgery. It gives clear images on a monitor so surgeons can work safely and precisely.
Value: $370,000
What surgeries depend on it?
Approximately half of the surgeries we perform at WDMH are laparoscopic.
Surgeries that rely on it include:
- General surgery
- Gynecology
- ENT
- Urology
- Emergency procedures
What will the new system include?
- New monitors
- New processors
- 4K wiring in both operating rooms
- 10 new cystoscopes
- The newest high-definition cords
4K Multi-Specialty Video Processor with Upgradeable 3D/IR Capacity
Full Colour Infrared LED Light Source
Stacked
Compact True 4K Camera Head with Continuous Autofocus and Fluorescence Imaging
High-Definition Digital Endoscope with Narrow Band Imaging Technology