Mather’s new CT scanner up and running

Mather’s newest CT scanner has been installed and is currently being used for both diagnostic and Interventional Radiology (IR) procedures. “The 64-slice unit is a ‘workhorse’ unit capable of performing a variety of studies,” said Craig Player, RT (R), (CT), administrative director for Imaging Services. “This unit also has a wide bore and can handle…

Volunteers make headbands for hospital staff

Mather Hospital and community volunteers have come together to make headbands that help ease the discomfort that comes with the prolonged wearing of face masks. The volunteers simply sew on two buttons to a store-bought headband or four-inch piece of ribbon. The face masks then hook onto the buttons rather than onto the ears of the healthcare…