The Kemptville District Hospital (KDH) Foundation provided $17,000 for the hospital’s recent purchase of a portable machine which analyses blood near the patient or “point of care”. With it, physicians can have blood results immediately, enabling them to diagnose patients more quickly.

The light and compact unit called pocH-100i, sits on a countertop. It can be easily transported from the Lab to any location, such as the ER, to provide safe and precise results.

Edwin Nkengla, KDH Site Operations Manager, EORLA, was pleased to share that the analyzer can “generate a whole range of haematological parameters, including a Complete Blood Count (CBC), White Blood Cell Count (BC), Red Blood Cell Count (RBC), Haemoglobin, Haematocrit and Platelet Count, and much more.” He explained that “it is easy to use with its touch screen operations and a great solution for both inside and outside the classical laboratory environment”.

Katie Hogue, VP of Nursing/Clinical Services and Chief Nursing Executive at KDH expressed her appreciation to the Foundation for funding the blood analyser. Hogue explained, "this vital piece of equipment would not be possible without the unwavering support of the KDH Foundation.  As partners we work collaboratively to prioritize the most urgent needs.  When we reached out to the Foundation and explained the urgency, they did not hesitate and for that we are so grateful! "

Executive Director of the KDH Foundation, Joanne Mavis, said, “we are happy to make it possible to purchase this important piece of equipment for the hospital. As another tool to look after the health of the KDH community, it will be impactful: accelerating diagnoses and improving the patient experience.”

The KDH Foundation is in a $2.2 million Crossroads Campaign to bring a CT Scanner to KDH. For more information and stories about the Campaign and how you can donate, visit the Crossroads Campaign page.