CT Scanner

Maria Diamantis
LJI Journalist

Saint-Eustache Hospital has introduced a second CT scanner to its medical imaging department, a move expected to enhance diagnostic services and reduce wait times for patients in the Lower Laurentians. The project, led by the Centre intégré de santé et de services sociaux (CISSS) des Laurentides, received support from the provincial government, with local MNA Benoit Charette highlighting its role in modernizing healthcare infrastructure.
The additional scanner aims to address increasing demand in the region, where population growth has placed added pressure on medical resources. According to CISSS des Laurentides, the hospital currently performs approximately 30,000 scans per year, a number projected to rise to 50,000 with the new equipment. CT scanners are used for various medical purposes, including detecting neurological and spinal conditions, assessing injuries, identifying diseases in early stages, and monitoring responses to treatments such as chemotherapy and radiotherapy.
The total investment for the project, which includes construction and equipment costs, is reported to be $6.55 million. The scanner has been in operation since December 2, 2024.
Julie Delaney, President and CEO of CISSS des Laurentides, stated that the addition of the scanner will help reduce waiting lists and improve access to local healthcare services.
Benoit Charette, MNA for Deux-Montagnes and Minister of the Environment, the Fight Against Climate Change, Wildlife, and Parks, said the investment aligns with the government’s efforts to equip hospitals with modern medical technology.
The hospital’s expansion of imaging services follows broader provincial initiatives aimed at improving healthcare access across Quebec. It remains to be seen how the addition of the scanner will impact wait times and overall patient care in the region.