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Mater Private Hospital Springfield has been able to fund more than $2 million in new medical equipment, technology and frontline staff over the past two years thanks to local community supporters.
The annual Mater Giving Day is being held again on Thursday 26 June and any donations made to Mater Foundation within the 24-hour period will be tripled.
Mater Private Hospital Springfield General Manager Suzanne Hawksley said equipment funded by community supporters would make a major difference to healthcare in Brisbane's western corridor.
“Medical technology is constantly evolving and it’s so important for our patients that we can bring that technology into our operating theatres and wards,” Ms Hawksley said.
“Our clinicians play a key role in choosing which devices and systems are purchased to ensure every dollar donated delivers the maximum benefit for our patients.”
Mater Foundation fundraising also ensures both a Clinical Nurse Consultant and Breast Care Nurse can be based at Springfield’s Mater Cancer Care Centre.
“Whether it’s caring for our most vulnerable patients or utilising the latest technological advancements to improve systems in our operating theatres, this support will make a positive impact on the health of our community,” Ms Hawksley said.
Recent technology and projects funded by community support through Mater Foundation in Greater Springfield to date include:
- The Springfield Healthy Hearts living lab for global heart disease action
- Scalp cooling caps for chemotherapy patients
- A Sonosite, the latest technology allowing for improved accuracy for intravenous cannulation.
Mater Foundation Chief Executive Andrew Thomas said Giving Day offered the perfect opportunity for the community to dig deep.
“Every contribution makes a difference and goes a long way to improving services and support for Queenslanders, including those living in the western corridor,” Mr Thomas said.
“And again, this year, every dollar raised in the 24-hour period will be tripled by Mater’s matching donors, which is just incredible.”
Funds raised from this year’s event will be used to purchase equipment such as new patient falls beds – which will improve patient comfort and safety - and a Myosure console.
“The Myosure console will be used to support women suffering from abnormal bleeding symptoms caused by polyps or fibroids, by offering an effective treatment option that doesn’t require major surgery,” Ms Hawksley said.
Donations can be made online at www.mater.org.au/givingday until midnight on 26 June.
