Who This Serves: 600 oncology patients and 5,000 women per year.
What: Replacement of equipment with state-of-the-art technology and
additional imaging technology:
- Ultrasound machine — non-invasive imaging technology used to detect breast abnormalities. ($400,000)
- Tomographic mammography machine — additional unit will substantially decrease wait times. ($425,000)
- Breast specimen machine – specialized technology for the immediate verification of excised breast tissue. ($161,000)
Where: Breast Imaging Center – Neville Building, Corvallis, Oregon.
When: 2022.
Why:
- This new equipment will allow for quicker scheduling of mammograms at Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center.
- The specialized equipment will also offer local access to the best cancer care in our region.
Campaign Goal: $986,000.
Lead Foundation: Good Samaritan Hospital Foundation.