The Jacobson Family Foundation Cardiac Catheterization Lab at Foothills Medical Centre will become Calgary's new flagship space for years to come. It will give specialists the chance to offer all types of interventional cardiology procedures.
The refurbishment is thanks to a $1 million donation from John and Kristi Jacobson and The Jacobson Family Foundation, along with donations from other Calgary Health Foundation donors.
Expanding Access to Critical Heart Care
The establishment of The Jacobson Family Foundation Cardiac Catheterization Lab at Calgary's Foothills Medical Centre will mean specialists can provide critical care to more patients with heart concerns. This state-of-the-art facility will ensure healthcare professionals have access to the most advanced space, technology, and equipment.
A Personal Connection to the Cause
When asked why his family chose to support cardiac healthcare in Calgary, Mr. Jacobson spoke about their philosophy around giving back. He noted that philanthropy is in their DNA and that they set up The Jacobson Family Foundation to have the greatest impact on their community. He personally received life-saving care in this very cath lab following a heart attack and cardiac arrest in 2009, making the decision to support its renovation an obvious choice.
Impact on Patients and Staff
Once renovated, the refurbished cath lab will become Calgary's new flagship space for years to come and will give specialists the chance to offer all types of interventional cardiology procedures. The investment will not only improve the experience and health of patients but will also have a huge impact on those who work in the lab.
Dr. Bryan Har, Director of the Foothills Medical Centre Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory, emphasized that many of the city's cath labs need critical upgrades to continue offering first-class care. The renovation will allow for the latest cardiac diagnostic and treatment options, reduce procedural delays, and boost staff morale and productivity. Physicians will work in a newly renovated lab where they can address complex cases with greater precision and safety, offering hybrid and minimally invasive procedures. This helps keep physicians in Calgary and attracts talent from elsewhere.
Community Support
Calgary Health Foundation is proud to announce plans for the renovation of a Calgary cardiac catheterization laboratory at Foothills Medical Centre. The renovation was galvanized thanks to a $1 million gift from foundation donors Lorne and Kristi Jacobson and The Jacobson Family Foundation. The revitalized cath lab will be renamed The Jacobson Family Foundation Cardiac Catheterization Lab.
Paul Rossmann, President and Chief Executive Officer of Calgary Health Foundation, commended the Jacobsons' vision and leadership in championing Calgary healthcare. He stated that their generous gift will offer health professionals an ultramodern space to perform the most cutting-edge heart procedures, ensuring patients have access to the best, most advanced care possible.
