Amanda Chavez, Community Engagement Manager, John Crane, RN, BSN, Marilyn Ayer, Dennis Stevenson, Betty Hall, Leann Tobin, Chief Marketing & Philanthropy Officer. Front Row: David Noel, Ronda Kurz, Pat Koehler
MONTROSE, CO – The Volunteers at Montrose Regional Health donated $9,600 to purchase three Automated External Defibrillators (AED) for the hospital and associated clinics. The donated funds were raised through sales at the Golden Leaf Giftshop and the used book sale program at the hospital. The AED’s will be placed in strategic and high traffic areas in the hospital and at the clinics.
“The impact of having additional automatic external defibrillators is invaluable to the person and family of the one saved by the equipment. Instances of cardiac arrest and heart attacks are common occurrences everywhere. An automatic external defibrillator is a life-saving device that needs to be available in as many buildings as possible in our community. We are very grateful to the volunteers at MRH for their generous donation,” said John Crane, RN, BSN, Director of MRH Cardiology Services.
MRH has over 50 volunteers who contribute countless hours throughout the hospital donating their time, energy, and compassion to help patients and caregivers. In addition to their work in various departments, the volunteers participate in fundraising activities and run the Golden Leaf Gift Shop. All money earned by the volunteers is given back to the hospital to help purchase equipment.
About Montrose Regional Health (www.MontroseHealth.com)
Montrose Regional Health is a 501(c)3 nonprofit healthcare system serving Montrose, San Miguel, Ouray, Gunnison, Delta, Hinsdale and San Juan counties. The hospital is licensed for 75-beds and offers an extensive range of inpatient & outpatient health care services, including cardiology, oncology, minimally invasive surgery, laboratory, medical imaging/radiology, Mountain View Therapy, Level III Trauma Center, Acute Rehabilitation Unit, advanced respiratory & pulmonary services, and the family birthing center. The health system has a reputation for acquiring the latest technologies in healthcare, from robotic assisted surgical services to UVC-disinfection technology. Montrose Regional Health is the second-largest employer in Montrose County, with more than 700 employees and 100 providers who represent 23 medical specialties. With a tagline that reads Caring for you like family, the health system is known for its warm patient care.