05/26/2026
Because of our donors, patients in the Bow Valley now have greater access to advanced minimally invasive surgical care, closer to home.
Thanks to donor support and funds raised through the inaugural Sisterhood Summit in support of women’s health, the Canmore Hospital Foundation was proud to help fund a new laparoscopic surgery tower for the Canmore General Hospital OR.
This equipment enables minimally invasive surgeries with clearer imaging, greater precision, and faster recovery times for patients. It also helps expand the hospital’s laparoscopic surgery program, increase surgical volume, reduce transfers to Calgary, and decrease wait times for patients across the region.
As shared by the Canmore OR team:
“Because of you and this upgraded equipment, our team can perform procedures with greater precision, efficiency, and safety. Enhanced visualization and improved technology directly contribute to better surgical outcomes, reduced complication rates, and shorter recovery times for patients.”
They also shared:
“At last, by having two full laparoscopic towers, we can also do many more cases per week. This is huge in helping reduce the surgical wait times for the Albertan population!”
To everyone who supported the Sisterhood Summit and continues to give toward local health care, thank you. This is what your generosity makes possible.
