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Arcadia Weekly Jun 09, 2015
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RN Anne Lee shows off the $2 million Cath lab improvements Monday night. – Photo by Terry Miller
By Terry Miller
Methodist Hospital has re-opened their Cath Lab 3, which has been updated with the same technology as their Cath Lab 2.
A catheterization laboratory, or cath lab, is an examination room with diagnostic imaging equipment used to visualize the arteries and chambers of the heart.
A reception and the ribbon-cutting was hosted by Methodist Hospital’s Foundation Monday evening with dignitaries like Sho Tay, Arcadia City Councilmember, Congresswoman Judy Chu, and Foundation President Mike Driebe.
Foundation President Mike Driebe talks with Congresswoman Judy Chu at the reception. – Photo by Terry Miller
The Cath Lab 2 renovation, completed in February 2015, included all-new state-of-the-art equipment, such as the Artis Zeego Imaging System. Artis Zeego is the first multi-axis system based on robotic technology that provides greater positioning flexibility and broader coverage. It can be controlled with far greater ease and precision than a traditional floor- or ceiling-mounted system.
With these updates completed, Methodist is now able to serve more patients with the latest technology.
These renovations were made possible by $2 million in generous donations from the community, largely through the fund-raising efforts of the Methodist Hospital Foundation’s Cardiac Council members, who volunteered their time and expertise to this endeavor.
