July 14, 2010
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Knights of Columbus provide new cancer-fighting tools for SMH

Surrey, B.C. – Surrey Memorial Hospital’s surgical department will gain two new specialized instruments, following a donation by The Cedar Club Society - Knights of Columbus Council #4767.

The $93,548 donation to Surrey Memorial Hospital Foundation will provide advanced tools to combat tumours in the urological system and colon. “We are thrilled the Knights of Columbus recognize the importance of supporting state-of-the-art health care, close to home,” says Foundation Chair Jacy Wingson.

An ureterorenoscope is an ultra-thin instrument that allows doctors to see parts of the urological system. “We use ureterorenoscopes frequently to gain access to this delicate system,” says Surrey Memorial Hospital urologist Dr. Cal Andreou. “The instrument allows us to remove kidney stones without making incisions, as well as rule out ureteric cancers in patients who have obstruction of the ureters from a soft tissue mass.”

Transanal endoscopic microsurgery equipment offers a minimally-invasive approach to removing rectal tumours surgically. “For patients, the use of endoscopic microsurgery means a less invasive surgical procedure, a quicker recovery, and fewer complications,” says Surrey Memorial Hospital Chief of Surgery Dr. Peter Doris. “In most cases, the patient can go home the same day.”

The donation follows the sale of some land by The Cedar Club, which is distributing the proceeds to dozens of charities including Surrey Memorial Hospital Foundation.

Established in 1992, Surrey Memorial Hospital Foundation has raised more than $50 million to purchase medical equipment, fund innovative programs, and support training and research.

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