An Update on the X-Ray Equipment
Thank you to our donors!
We are pleased to report that the X-Ray Machine has been purchased - thanks to our generous donors!
This remarkable tool allows us to see inside the body, without the need for surgery. Having an X-ray machine is the standard of care for every hospital, including here at WDMH. In fact, every year, an average of 17,000 X-rays are taken at WDMH – with over 10,000 patients having one done in the last three years alone!
What types of problems can X-ray tests diagnose?
- Injuries such as broken bones and bowel obstructions
- Diagnosis of conditions such as arthritis, osteoporosis, and heart failure
- Diagnosis of lung conditions such as pneumonia, emphysema, and lung cancer
How is the new X-ray machine already helping patients?
- The new technology produces clear, concise, top-quality images, helping doctors to make a diagnosis
- Patients are exposed to a lower dose of radiation
- Advances in design allow for more flexibility, so the patient can be moved according to their individual needs
- Tests are completed more easily and quickly, with more comfort for the patient
- The new machines also move easier, meaning less strain on the backs and shoulders of staff
- Better for the patients. Better for the technologists. Better for the community.
How much did the new X-ray machine cost?
The total cost was $363,648.85.
