Maria Diamantis
LJI Journalist

Saint-Eustache, February 7, 2025 – The Centre intégré de santé et de services sociaux (CISSS) des Laurentides officially inaugurated its new nuclear medicine pavilion at the Saint-Eustache Hospital on January 22, marking a significant milestone for healthcare in the region. The event was attended by Benoit Charette, Member of the National Assembly for Deux-Montagnes and Minister of the Environment, the Fight Against Climate Change, Wildlife, and Parks, as well as Pierre G. Mayer, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Fondation Hôpital Saint-Eustache.
Prior to this development, the only hospital in the Laurentides region equipped with nuclear medicine services was Saint-Jérôme Hospital. The addition of this cutting-edge facility at Saint-Eustache Hospital expands the overall diagnostic capacity in the Laurentides while providing closer and more accessible care to residents of the Basses-Laurentides. Nuclear medicine examinations play a crucial role in diagnosing a wide range of conditions, including those affecting the cardiovascular, endocrine, circulatory, skeletal, digestive, urinary, nervous, and respiratory systems. The technology is also instrumental in detecting infections and various diseases with a high level of precision.
The new pavilion is the result of a $36 million investment from the Ministry of Health and Social Services and CISSS des Laurentides. Additionally, the Fondation Hôpital Saint-Eustache contributed $1 million in donations to procure state-of-the-art medical equipment. This expansion will add over 4,000 nuclear medicine examinations annually to the CISSS des Laurentides’ service offerings.
Government and Health Officials Celebrate a Major Milestone
Benoit Charette emphasized the significance of the initiative, stating, “Modernizing our healthcare network is a priority for our government. The inauguration of this nuclear medicine pavilion in Saint-Eustache represents a major advancement, significantly increasing the number of available examinations while reducing wait times. This is a testament to our commitment to providing accessible and safe care, as well as an optimal work environment for healthcare professionals. I extend my sincere gratitude to all the teams who contributed to making this project a reality.”
Julie Delaney, President and CEO of CISSS des Laurentides, echoed these sentiments, highlighting the positive impact on local healthcare: “I am thrilled to see our efforts to enhance local services bearing fruit. With this new, state-of-the-art facility, we hope to attract top medical talent to the Laurentides. I sincerely thank all our teams, the Ministry of Health and Social Services, and the Fondation Hôpital Saint-Eustache for their outstanding work.”
A Milestone for the Fondation Hôpital Saint-Eustache
The Fondation Hôpital Saint-Eustache has played a pivotal role in the realization of this project. Pierre G. Mayer expressed the organization’s pride in its contribution: “Our foundation is incredibly proud to have supported the creation of this new nuclear medicine center. Improving local healthcare services for the residents of the Basses-Laurentides is at the core of our mission. For nearly 39 years, we have worked tirelessly to raise millions of dollars to equip Saint-Eustache Hospital with cutting-edge medical technology. As part of this initiative, the foundation acquired a gamma camera and the Hermès computer system to operate it. Thanks to the generosity of our donors, residents will no longer need to travel outside their region for specialized medical care. This achievement would not have been possible without their support!”
The inauguration of the nuclear medicine pavilion at Saint-Eustache Hospital marks a significant leap forward in regional healthcare. With enhanced diagnostic capabilities, reduced wait times, and state-of-the-art technology, this new facility promises to improve patient care and medical expertise in the Laurentides for years to come.