An Update on the Portable Ultraound

Thank you for helping us keep our littlest patients safe

A New Portable Ultrasound has recently arrived in WDMH's Family Birthing Unit - because of you! Thank you for helping us meet our latest greatest need! 

“With this machine, we can get real-time data to improve and impact patient care during labour, for example, confirming fetal position, among many other uses, without having to wait or be dependent on a formal radiology ultrasound,” explains Dr. Gaurav Jain. 

When a family comes to WDMH’s Family Birthing Unit (FBU), they are surrounded by obstetricians, family physicians, midwives and nurses who want to provide the very best care at an exciting time in their life. To do so, the WDMH team needs the very best equipment. Portable ultrasound machines are used right at the bedside for assessments during labour, diagnoses and treatment, often on an urgent basis. Ultrasounds help support early detection and treatment for:

• Fetal positions
• Maternal bleeding or concerns with Mom
• Concerns with the baby

Having a machine right in the FBU ensures it is readily available, especially during an acute situation when time is of the essence for the mom and baby. The new machine also supports further education and competency training for bedside practice.

Thank you for your ongoing support and commitment to patient safety!

The final cost of the new portable ultrasound machine was $62,648.50 and was purchased from the WDMH Foundation's General Equipment Fund.  Thank you to our donors!