Local hospital department renamed following major contribution

• Share on Facebook
• Share on Bluesky
• Share on X
• Copy Link

This was the first VJH department to be renamed through a philanthropic gift.

Seniors Care Concerns

Cancelled senior's living facility in Vernon raising concerns about supports in B.C.

1h ago

Provincial Election

Vernon-Lumby NDP candidate looking to win third election

6h ago

Housing Market Report

Housing prices up despite slow down in sales

7h ago

“This is a truly historic milestone moment for our Foundation and our region, and we couldn’t be more grateful,” Kate McBrearty, executive director of VJH Foundation, said.

“Projects such as our $6.4 million investment in creating a new Ultrasound department require visionary commitment from community leaders to provide a world-class environment.”

This is not the first major contribution to the hospital from the family, as they also provided $250,000 in matching donations for the Light a Bulb fundraiser in 2024.

The ultrasound department expansion will see four new rooms added, increasing capacity by more than 5,000 scans annually.

“Our community will soon have access to a state-of-the-art regional Ultrasound department designed to meet the growing demand for diagnostic imaging,” McBrearty said.

“This progress is only possible because of visionary donors like the Knuevers, who understand that timely access to diagnostic services leads to better care and better outcomes for patients.”