MRI suite delivered to Meno Ya Win

Another milestone for the MRI project in Sioux Lookout.

The MRI suites, which includes two buildings, were delivered to the Meno Ya Win Health Center this week.

They are specially fabricated buildings for the MRI.

The modular buildings were constructed off-site to meet the requirements associated with MRI.

They include magnetic shielding, and layout for the MRI equipment.

Partnering with SDI Canada, the buildings have now been secured and lowered by crane to their foundation.

SDI will work to complete the additional interior and exterior work, including utility connections that will be completed over the coming weeks and months.

The MRI suite is located adjacent to the Ambulatory Care entrance.

Dean Osmond is President and CEO of Meno Ya Win and says they pleased to see the suites being installed.

“We are so excited to be closer to receiving our first MRI machine at SLMHC,” says Osmond.

“Having an MRI is a game changer for us, which will ultimately save lives. This would not be possible without the support of the Ministry of Health, the Ministry of Northern Development, and all the donations to the SLMHC Foundation”

The buildings were transported this week on a 130-feet long truck and trailer, travelling over 1,100 kilometers to Sioux Lookout in over five days.

The arrival of the actual MRI system from GE HealthCare is scheduled near the end of March.

(Photo courtesy of Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre)