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Lewis County General Hospital Auxiliary Donates $30,000
Toward Purchase of New 3D Mammography System
Published: May 07, 2025 at
06:30 p.m.
By: Press Release from Lewis County Health System
FOR IMMEDIATE
RELEASE
May 7, 2025
LCGH Auxiliary
Donates $30,000 Toward Purchase of New 3D Mammography System
 LOWVILLE, NY─ The Lewis County
General Hospital Auxiliary recently donated $30,000 to Lewis County Health
System to support the purchase of the new state-of-the-art Hologic 3D
Dimensions™ Mammography System with Genius AI™ for the Radiology
Department. The cutting-edge technology represents the latest
advancement in breast imaging, and enhances early detection, improves
diagnostic accuracy, and provides a more comfortable experience for
patients.
"The
Auxiliary's donation toward the new mammography system is truly
remarkable," stated Gerald R. Cayer, LCHS Chief Executive
Officer. "Our organization is extremely grateful to all the LCGH
Auxiliary members who have volunteered their time and energy to raise funds
for the health system. Their collective efforts make a difference for
our patients, residents, and community."
The Auxiliary
raises funds through hospital gift shop sales, fundraisers, and dues paid
by members. The fundraising efforts have helped fund many special projects,
purchase much-needed equipment, and provide scholarships for area students.
The Auxiliary is
always welcoming new members and volunteers to work in the gift shop or
help with a sale or event. Every new volunteer brings unique skills
and perspectives, enriching the collective effort to enhance patient care
and strengthen community connections. Contact Kathleen Merrick at
315-376-5434 or kathleen.merrick@lcgh.net to learn more about volunteer
opportunities.
If you want to
become a Lewis County General Hospital Auxiliary member, annual membership
is $10 for individuals 59 and under, and $5 for those 60 and older.
Individuals can drop off the yearly membership donation at the Auxiliary
Gift Shop or mail it to Pam Truax, Auxiliary Membership Chair, 7581 Church
Street, Lowville, New York 13367.
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In photo left to
right – LCHS CEO Gerald Cayer, LCGH Auxiliary 1st Vice President
Connie Martin, President Deb Davis, and LCHS Board of Managers President
Michael Young.
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