Impact of Giving
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New ureteroscope will make patient care better
A ureteroscope is a medical instrument that is used primarily to help locate and remove kidney stones; however, it can be used as a diagnostic tool to take a closer look at any part of the urinary system including the urethra, bladder and kidneys. Thanks to the Guelph General Hospital Volunteer Association, just weeks ago,… Continue Reading New ureteroscope will make patient care better
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Donors give 2500 hours per year of bedside nursing back to patients
Thanks to you, nurses and physicians will have vital information right at the bedside. Time spent searching for paper files or returning to the nurses’ station for a shared vital signs monitor will be better spent at the bedside caring for their patients. It may seem a small thing but can have a big impact… Continue Reading Donors give 2500 hours per year of bedside nursing back to patients
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Three New Donor-funded Laparoscopic Towers Have Arrived!
With thanks to all who contributed towards last year’s Black Tie Bingo, patients in need of laparoscopic surgery will now benefit from modern image technology for the best possible outcomes. Guelph General Hospital performs 3,000 “laparoscopic” surgeries each year. A video camera and operative instruments are inserted in tiny incisions, allowing the surgeon to view… Continue Reading Three New Donor-funded Laparoscopic Towers Have Arrived!
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Donors empower front-line staff to provide better patient care
Through the Foundation’s Special Grant Program, donors give members of our hospital team the tools they need. The Foundation’s donor-funded Special Grant Program allows hospital staff to submit an application for funding for something that will make a difference to their work, that will benefit patients and staff alike, and help the Hospital meet its… Continue Reading Donors empower front-line staff to provide better patient care
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Donors improve clinical outcomes for patients with infectious illnesses
Circle of Life members brought MALDI-TOF to Guelph General Hospital, and one year later, it’s proven to be a game-changer. It was learning of MALDI-TOF that inspired George Oelkuch to start supporting The Foundation of Guelph General Hospital through their Circle of Life giving program. MALDI-TOF is a spectacular advancement that allows for rapid and… Continue Reading Donors improve clinical outcomes for patients with infectious illnesses
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With thanks to hundreds of caring donors, patients will receive better care
The new and 100% donor-funded CT scanner has arrived at Guelph General Hospital Donors provide our Hospital with nearly every piece of patient care equipment, and today, your impact on patient care is felt more than ever. Dr. Samir Patel, Chief of Diagnostic Imaging describes the CT scanner as “the work-horse of the Diagnostic Imaging… Continue Reading With thanks to hundreds of caring donors, patients will receive better care
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Donors give space to family members and visitors
Family members and visitors of patients have unique needs Caring donors, along with designer Karen Miller from Modelo Interiors who donated many hours of her time, helped transform multiple family lounges into inviting, calming and highly functional spaces for patients, family and visitors at Guelph General Hospital. Having a loved one in the Hospital can… Continue Reading Donors give space to family members and visitors
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Thanksgiving Day Race Runners Fund Life-saving Trauma Equipment for Guelph General Hospital
With thanks to all those in our community who contributed or participated in last year’s Thanksgiving Day Races, Guelph General Hospital was able to purchase a new Rapid Infuser which arrived this past Spring. “We are fortunate to have this piece of equipment that can make the difference between life and death in a trauma… Continue Reading Thanksgiving Day Race Runners Fund Life-saving Trauma Equipment for Guelph General Hospital
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Newborns Receive Improved Phototherapy Thanks to Generous Guelph Families
While not all newborns become jaundiced, it’s reassuring to know if they do at Guelph General Hospital they’ll be treated with the latest technology thanks to our donors. Jaundice is the most common condition that requires medical attention and hospital readmission in newborns. When a newborn has jaundice, the skin and whites of the eyes… Continue Reading Newborns Receive Improved Phototherapy Thanks to Generous Guelph Families
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Newborn Care at Guelph General Hospital benefitting from The Guelph District Shrine Club donation
The Guelph District Shrine Club has been supporting the Hospital since 2003. This past year saw them make a $2,000 gift for the purchase of a specialized laryngoscope used in infant care.