Alamos Gold and Franco-Nevada Celebrated for $1.35 Million Investment in Advanced Medical Imaging
Representatives from Alamos Gold Inc. and Franco-Nevada Corporation joined leaders from Sault Area Hospital (SAH) and Sault Area Hospital Foundation today to celebrate a combined $1.35 million investment toward the purchase of a new SPECT CT system for SAH's Nuclear Medicine Department. The equipment is now installed and supporting patient care.
SAH’s Medical Imaging Department is the largest in Algoma District, providing more than 100,000 imaging exams each year. Many specialized imaging services are only available at SAH, making the department a critical resource for patients across the region.
"From our very first conversations, Alamos Gold and Franco-Nevada were focused on people. How their employees, their families, and the communities closest to their operations access health care, and where they could make the greatest impact," said Teresa Martone, Executive Director, Sault Area Hospital Foundation. "Their generous investment will help ensure all in Algoma can continue to access specialized medical imaging close to home, and we are deeply grateful for their partnership."
“Having advanced diagnostic technology like SPECT CT here at Sault Area Hospital means patients across Algoma can access specialized imaging closer to home, when they need it,” said Murray Doucette, President and CEO, Sault Area Hospital. “This new system strengthens our diagnostic capabilities and gives our care teams better tools to support timely, informed decisions about patient care. We are incredibly grateful to Alamos Gold, Franco-Nevada and Sault Area Hospital Foundation for their partnership and significant investment toward this important technology. Their support is helping us strengthen care for patients and families across our region.”
"At Alamos Gold, we believe strong communities need strong healthcare systems," said John A. McCluskey, President and Chief Executive Officer, Alamos Gold. "Through our Island Gold District, we are proud to support initiatives that create lasting benefits for local families and communities. Together with Franco-Nevada, we are honoured to contribute to a project that will improve access to advanced diagnostic imaging and help patients across Algoma receive the care they need closer to home."
“We are proud to join Alamos Gold in supporting this important investment,” said Paul Brink, President and Chief Executive Officer of Franco-Nevada. “Having the right technology in the hands of skilled healthcare professionals can make an enormous difference in diagnosing and treating patients. We are pleased to help Sault Area Hospital strengthen its capabilities and ensure this equipment is available to serve families across the region for years to come.”
During the celebration, attendees gathered to recognize the impact of the investment and unveil a permanent donor recognition feature in the Nuclear Medicine area.
On behalf of patients, families, and care teams across Algoma, Sault Area Hospital Foundation expresses sincere gratitude to Alamos Gold Inc. and Franco-Nevada Corporation for their leadership and commitment to strengthening health care in Northern Ontario.
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