Friday, April 12, 2024
Late last year, the renovated cardiac catheterization laboratory at the Grosse Pointe hospital officially opened, ensuring our cardiac patients are receiving the highest quality of care in a space with state-of-the-art technology.
This renovation was made possible by the support of philanthropic partners and community leaders, including Anne and John Roberts, Mark and Molly Valade, Keith and Mary Kay Crain, Stephen and Jana Brownell, the Robert S. Kaiser Family, and the Corewell Health Beaumont Grosse Pointe Medical Staff. Funds raised from the Grosse Pointe Golf Classic also supported the project.
“The generosity of our community allowed for the purchase of technology that provides our physicians with the clearest visualization through every step of the cardiac catheterization process, providing them with the type of high-resolution views that can enhance outcomes, safety and performance,” said Dr. Jodie Rappe, chief medical officer for the Grosse Pointe hospital. “We are so grateful for our supporters who made this renovation possible.”
Cardiac catheterization enables physicians to rapidly diagnose and treat heart disease and heart emergencies without the need to open the patient’s chest. It is one of the most important methods used to combat heart attacks and other destructive cardiovascular conditions.
During cardiac catheterization, a doctor can:
- Look for narrowed or blocked blood vessels that could cause chest pain.
- Measure pressure and oxygen levels in different parts of the heart.
- See how well the heart pumps blood.
- Take a sample of tissue from your heart for examination under a microscope.
- Check the blood vessels for blood clots.
Over the last several years, there has been a significant increase in the number of cardiac catheterizations performed at the Grosse Pointe hospital. This renovation was an important and necessary project to meet the growing needs of the community and to match the skill, talent and commitment of the clinicians who staff it.
The centerpiece of this renovation is the addition of the Siemens Artis Q, an x-ray system for interventional imaging, which includes a large monitor to view the basic measures of cardiovascular function and the invasive procedure on the same screen. This system is designed to boost productivity and enhance outcomes, while increasing image quality and reducing the radiation dose received by patients and staff.
It also features a ceiling mounted C-arm to offer highly flexible positioning that allows for full patient coverage without rotating the table. This technology also integrates seamlessly with other equipment in the lab to provide real-time patient data throughout the procedure.
The renovation included an extensive upgrade and redesign of the control room, where clinicians monitor and support all patient care activity in the laboratory procedure area.
“The community truly came together to support this important project, and we are so grateful for the impact they are making on so many patients and their families,” said Derk Pronger, president of the Grosse Pointe hospital.