Your donations make an impact on our community.
Each year in the May the Foundation receives a list of priority medical equipment that is required by the Cobequid Community Health Centre. This list is reviewed by the Board of Directors of the Foundation and then provided to Management and Staff of the Foundation. They develop a plan to bring the funds needed to purchase these items into the Foundation through fundraisers, individual community and corporate gifts.
As the funds are raised, the Foundation provides Cobequid Centre management the approval to purchase the piece of equipment. Each dollar you donate stays right here in our community to help fund the healthcare needs of you and your neighbours.
Through the generous support of our donors, the Cobequid Health Centre Foundation funds, in full, a significant amount of the medical equipment required each year in order to provide quality care.
Please find below the list of current needs for fiscal year 2024 – 2025. This page will be updated by the foundation as prices continually change.
Current Needs
3D Transvaginal Probe
Cost $11,169.00
Diagnostic Imaging (X-ray) Department
The 3D Transvaginal Ultrasound Probe is an advanced probe which will allow healthcare professionals to steer the sound beam from side to side without physically repositioning the device, enhancing patient comfort during exams. Additionally, it may eliminate the need for further diagnostic imaging such as MRI, CT scans, or X-rays.
The 3D probe is particularly effective in helping healthcare providers identify and distinguish between various congenital uterine anomalies and urinary tract infections (UTIs), improving diagnostic accuracy and patient care.
Digital Mobile X-Ray Unit
Cost $284,000.00
Diagnostic Imaging (X-Ray) Department
The Diagnostic Imaging department needs a mobile digital X-ray unit to enhance patient care and efficiency. This portable equipment allows X-ray imaging to be brought directly to patients in emergency situations where transporting them may be difficult or risky. With faster and clearer results, diagnoses can be made more quickly, leading to better treatment outcomes and saving valuable time. This addition ensures that patients receive the attention they need right when they need it.
Interferential Current Unit
Cost $3,880.00
Rehabilitation Services (Physiotherapy & Occupational Therapy)
An Interferential Current unit is a therapeutic ultrasound used to treat musculoskeletal injuries and conditions (i.e. carpal tunnel syndrome, tendinitis, tenosynovitis and bursitis). Our healthcare team use this ultrasound treatment to help promote tissue healing, reducing pain and inflammation by enhancing circulation to injured areas. This unit consists of pairs of electrodes placed on the patient’s skin over the affected area. By adjusting the placement of the electrodes, therapists can control the depth and distribution of the electrical stimulation within the tissues.
Sara Stedy
Cost $2,582.00
Diagnostic Imaging (X-Ray) Department
The Sara Stedy is a transfer aid that helps patients move safely from a sitting to a standing position. During imaging procedures, it assists patients onto the exam table comfortably and securely, ensuring proper positioning. The Sara Stedy also provides extra support and stability during transfers, reducing stress for both patients and caregivers.
Commercial Ice and Water Dispenser
Cost $10,440.00
Endoscopy Suite
The Endoscopy Suite at Cobequid requires a commercial ice machine and water dispenser. Some of the procedures which occur within the suite are Colonoscopy, Gastrointestinal (GI) Endoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy, Gastroesophageal dilation to name a few. The ice machine would be used in the following ways: 1) Sipping on ice chips and cold water can help soothe the throat, reduce irritation, and provide patient comfort after an endoscopy procedure. 2) Applying ice packs externally to areas like the throat or groin area depending on the procedure within the clinic will help reduce swelling and numb the tissues. This helps with patient recovery and comfort. 3) Drinking clear fluids like water are recommended post procedure to stay hydrated and help flush out sedation medications from your system.
The current unit is no longer serviceable as it is not maintaining a consistent freeze cycle causing mold to form. This unit produces 425lbs of ice in a 24-hour period, meaning it will always be plentiful for our healthcare team for use with patients.
Urodynamic System
Cost $88,450.00
Urology Department
Help us equip the Cobequid Health Centre’s Urology Clinic with an advanced wireless urodynamic system to replace our outdated, irreparable equipment. Your donation will support our healthcare team and ensure we continue providing exceptional care to our community.
This new system will enhance our ability to diagnose and treat urological conditions with precision, including urinary incontinence, bladder dysfunction, and prostate-related issues like benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It will also be invaluable in addressing bladder issues following difficult or geriatric pregnancies, improving patient comfort and quality of life.
By providing detailed data on bladder and urinary tract function—such as bladder pressure, urine flow, and muscle activity—the system will empower physicians to develop personalized treatment plans, leading to better outcomes.
Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT) Booth
Cost $119,887.00
Respiratory Services Department
The Pulmonary function testing (PTF) equipment measures how well the lungs work. These tests check lung volume, airflow, and gas exchange to help diagnose and monitor conditions like asthma, COPD, and pulmonary fibrosis.
A spirometer measures how much and how fast a person can breathe out, helping detect airflow problems. A body plethysmograph determines total lung volume, including the air left after exhaling, by having the patient breathe in a sealed chamber. Diffusion Capacity (DLCO) testing checks how well gases like oxygen move from the lungs into the blood by measuring the absorption of a small amount of gas. A peak flow meter is a handheld device that tracks how fast a person can exhale, often used by asthma patients. Nitrogen washout and helium dilution systems use gases to measure total lung capacity and how much air stays in the lungs.
Additional needs
There are the additional items required. If you would like further information on any of the items listed on this page, please call or email the Foundation at (902) 869-6111 or stacey.chapman@nshealth.ca. Thank you for your consideration.
- Leatherman Raptor Rescue
- Endotracheal Tube Pressure Cufflator
- Cordless Advanced LED Light Source for Vaginal Speculum
- Backman Vidcom System for Virtual Meetings
- General Imaging Unit
- Hand Evaluation
Leatherman Raptor Rescue
Department: Emergency Department
Cost: $183.00
Endotracheal Tube Pressure Cufflator
Department: Emergency Department
Cost: $1,085.00
Cordless Advanced LED Light Source for Vaginal Speculum
Department: Emergency Department
Amount Needed: 2
Cost: $354.00 each.
Backman Vidcom System for Virtual Meetings
Department: Entire Healthcare Leadership Team
Cost: $23,899.00
General Imaging Unit
Department: Diagnostic Imaging
Cost: $600,000.
Department: Rehab Services
Cost: $943.00
Impact of donations
To see some of the items the Foundation, through your generous donations and your participation in our events, have been able to fund visit our Impact of donations page. In the hands of our skilled healthcare professionals, this equipment provides quality care for you and your neighbours.