Dear Friends,
A lot has changed since 1978. I was just graduating from medical school then, anticipating my future as a doctor and a life filled with friends and family. Little could I have imagined how big a role SPH would play in my career.
Huge advancements in diagnostics and treatment have happened over the past five decades. What never changes are the people at the heart of the system. The patient: feeling sick, in pain, uncertain, or afraid, and the staff: gathering information, making decisions, caring and doing everything in their power to achieve the best possible outcomes.
Modernizing the facilities at SPH is going to enhance the ability of staff – doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals – to meet the long-standing reputation that Saan Pen has for caring and compassion.
Over my career I have been proud to call SPH my home hospital. I, and many others, believe that a renovation of the Acute Care Unit at SPH is vital to ensure we’re equipped to meet the needs of this community now and long into the future. Island Health is committed to this vision of an updated, modern Acute Care Unit, but it will take the whole community working together to make it happen.
I’m one year closer to total retirement, and proud to continue this role of Fundraising Campaign Chair, supporting this wonderful facility and dedicated staff.
Our community has been incredibly generous. It is exciting to see that we are making great progress towards our goal. Let’s make this campaign a success, so that healthcare in our hospital and community will continue to strive to the high level we’ve always aimed to achieve.
Let’s Do It! Thank You!
Dr Ambrose Marsh
Issues of privacy, new standards in infection control and our ongoing migration to a totally paperless health care system make the renovation of ACU a vital endeavour. – Dr. Ambrose Marsh
You or a loved one may need to stay at Saanich Peninsula Hospital’s Acute Care Unit (ACU) for an extended observation by our doctors and nurses after a surgical procedure or a medical treatment that requires in-patient care.
Exceptional care for every patient. That’s the commitment of our ACU dedicated doctors, nurses, and support staff. After five decades of devoted service, it’s now time to upgrade the space to reflect the quality of care the ACU Team provides every day.
With your help we can transform the Acute Care Unit for the better!
Efficiency is a top priority. The renovated layout will make the most of the available space. This means more room for crucial healthcare equipment and more ergonomic spaces for patient care and staff workflow. Our staff will be able to move around the bedside more easily and have all the necessary equipment right at their fingertips.
Safety is at the core of our upgrades. We’ll add more hand hygiene sinks, to ensure that infection control remains a top priority.
Privacy is of utmost importance. Reconfigured patient rooms will provide more privacy and comfort for both patients and visitors.
Taking care of our caregivers. Our staff will have better designed and efficient work areas, where they can focus on what matters most – providing exceptional care.
Your gift can directly impact the comfort of patients, visitors and staff by supporting much needed renovations at our hospital. Together, we’ll transform the ACU into a space that better serves the needs of everyone for years to come.