The Respiratory Therapy Department is a crucial service at the BMP Hospital. The in-house clinic assesses respiratory capacity, diagnoses lung diseases, and performs Holter tests, a non-invasive procedure that records heartbeats for 24 to 48 hours to detect potential abnormalities.
The specialists working in this department are also sent to the Emergency Department and long-term care units to assist with intubating patients, administering medications, and managing any respiratory issues, such as acute asthma.
To help streamline these services, the BMP Foundation has invested in purchasing equipment to support the work of the medical staff.
February 2025
Various respiratory therapy equipment
$42,000
Upgraded equipment to improve operations and the care provided to patients. The purchased equipment includes a Glidescope Go for portable video laryngoscopes, a bedside bipap for patients who require long-term ventilation therapy at home upon discharge, a Masimo R67 pulse oximeter to properly measure diffusion capacity and respiratory function, and various simulation equipment.
December 2021
Six infusion pumps
$16,845
These infusion pumps assist in the administration of intravenous medications and ease the workload of nursing staff by automatically injecting the right amount of solute at the right time.
October 2021
Aeroneb device
$4,000
This device facilitates the treatment of patients requiring mechanical ventilation and make them more comfortable.
October 2021
Mechanical cough aid
$4,000
This aid allows for quicker management and provides relief for patients suffering from bronchial congestion.
October 2021
Storage cart
$2,000
A storage cart was required for the massive transfusion protocol, which enables rapid and mobile handling of patients in respiratory distress.
In 2022, the BMP Foundation turned its attention to the Operating Room at the BMP Hospital. At the time, the worldwide health emergency was declared critical by the World Health Organization (WHO), which led to the change in procedures in hospital centers. In this context, the addition and improvement of medical equipment became one of the main solutions to maintain the efficiency of healthcare services, despite the slowdowns caused by the pandemic.
October 2025
Opera System
$20,000
Before the installation of this software, everything in the operating rooms was paper-based, including the recording of nursing notes and operating times. Thanks to the Opera System, all operating room data is now computerized and entered in real time. This greatly facilitates coordination between operating rooms, day surgery, and the recovery room, thereby reducing delays and cancellations.
April 2025
Two ConMed orthopedic motors
$69,000
The five monitors available to the BMP Hospital were no longer sufficient to meet the growing needs of the operating room. The new orthopedic motos are essential for orthopedic surgeries as they allow for a variety of bone operations. This addition helps improve both surgeon performance and surgical efficiency.
December 2024
Welsh Allyn vital signs monitor
$8,286
The investment in additional monitors gives medical personnel more flexibility to monitor patients returning from the recovery room. These monitors also make the nurses' work more managable as they will no longer have to move patients from one place to another.
February 2023
Mini C-Arm machine
$98,879
The Mini C-Arm machine is a mobile medical imaging device that helps reduce wait times and radiation during surgery thanks to its savvy technology. Since it can be operated by a trained nurse, it can also be used during hours where radiology staff are not available. By facilitating the surgical process, this device contributes to the optimization of all daytime operations, which can allow more patients to be treated.
February 2023
NovaSure System for Gynecology
$15,000
This endometrial vaporization system uses radiofrequency waves to treat endometriosis, a condition in which tissue that lines the inside of the uterus grows outside the uterus. It is a common condition that affects many women.
December 2022
Heating cabinet
$7,208
For the Operating Room, the Foundation invested in a heating cabinet to place blankets to help keep patients comfortable.
December 2022
Anesthesiology cart
$3,700
The regional anesthesia cart allows the patient to be induced in the pre-anesthesia room, which means that the patient's surgical journey can begin even before the surgical team takes over. This cart contains all the equipment needed to perform motor and sensory blocks, which are essential for surgery and post-operative pain management.
April 2022
Trabeculectomy tray
$18,622
Depending on the severity of the disease, glaucoma patients may require medical or surgical treatment, such as a trabeculectomy, to reduce intraocular pressure and prevent visual degeneration.
October 2021
Oto-Rhino-Laryngology Endoscope
$80,227
Previously, patients sometimes had to be transferred to other hospitals in cases of airway obstruction, which led to a reduction in available services. Thanks to this investment, when a patient presents at BMP Hospital for airway obstruction removal specialists can use a rigid endoscope to perform the extraction. This acquisition has optimized staff efficiency in managing all patients.
February 2019
Elevation of the gynecological endoscopy tower
$51,520
With the purchase of a printer and accessories compatible with the existing tower, as well as endoscopic instrument sets and trays, the medical staff can perform more diagnostic tests on gynecology patients.
February 2019
An additional hysteroscope
$12,500
The additional hysteroscope helps increase the number of examinations and procedures performed in the operating room as the the time required to sterilize this single piece of equipment is 4 hours.
As a part of the BMP Foundation’s 2008-2013 campaign, which raised over $10,200,000, the hospital was expanded, and a new Emergency unit was added to the ground floor. The new unit provided more modern and spacious facilities, superior patient monitoring, improved infection control, and an improved care environment.
In 2018, the BMP Foundation and the Emergency Department personnel started working on several concrete ways to improve triage, monitoring and overall functioning of the department. This project focused primarily on the care of the elderly and the assessment of patients’ condition. The overall objective with these initiatives was to help reduce waiting times and the quality of patient experience during their visit to the Emergency Department. The hard work paid off with the BMP Hospital Emergency Room obtaining the “Urgence amie des ainés” certificate in 2020.
2025
Specialized Chairs for the Rapid Assessment Zone
$15,000
The Emergency Department's Rapid Assesment Zone enables doctors to treat patients more quickly when their condition is not critical and they do not require a thorough asssesment. The chairs provide a place to observe and treat patients, eliminating the need for a room and a stretcher. They also help improve the quality of care provided and reduce patient flow in the waiting room.
Juin 2022
Support Program Entertain me!
$10,000
In collaboration with a Special Education Technician, this project consisted of acquiring recreational material to entertain and mobilize hospitalized seniors to reduce risks of confusion and episodes of delirium. As a part of the program, we also invested in sensory stimulation equipment, including balls, soft materials, etc.
September 2021
Equipment for ophthalmic emergencies
$41,000
This equipment is currently used by emergency physicians for consultations and basic management, as well as ophthalmologists for more specialized cases. The equipment includes an ophthalmic examination chair and adapted table, a slit lamp, portable instruments, etc.
2020
“Amies des Aînés “ certification (gereatric emergencies)
$420,000
The objective of this two-year project (2019-2021) was to prevent elderly people from losing their autonomy by developing a solidified safety net before, during and after their stay at the emergency unit. A training was given to urgentologists, all medical unit staff and volunteers on best practices in geriatric emergency care. A specialized geriatric clinical pivot nurse was added to the team to coordinate the services during their stay and after their release from the emergency unit. A geriatric patient attendant was assigned to help and assist patients with eating and drinking. The purchase of small, adapted equipment has also improved their physical environment.
2020
EPICC training
$10,000
The Emergency Practices, Interventions and Care – Canada program is a national Canadian training program for emergency nursing staff. The training is based on the criteria of competence of emergency nursing care and aims to develop a systematic approach of a patient dealing with health problems at an emergency unit.
2020
Cardiac monitors
$265,000
An addition of 8 portable monitors and a cardiac monitor display console helped increase the efficiency and performance of the Emergency Department. This allowed for the optimization of the work organization, the improvement of the performance and quality of the care provided and reduced the length of patients' stay and the number of hospitalizations.
In 2017, improvements were made to the existing facilities in the Birthing Pavilion and new equipment was purchased. Architectural upgrades were also made, providing a fresh look to the space and more welcoming environment for parents and their newborns. The birthing pavilion was built over 20 years ago and needed a major upgrade.
By investing new equipment, staff training, and specialized programs, the BMP Hospital reaffirmed its status as the first “Baby Friendly” hospital in Canada, an accreditation that was received in 1999 by providing the best in health care services and safe, compassioanted support to families.
April 2024
Star sets for perinatal bereavement
$5,000
To respectfully acknowledge the loss of a child during the perinatal period, the BMP Hospital Birth Pavilion offered condolence cards. However, the staff, in collaboration with a spiritual care provider, sought to enhance this practice to provide better support to families experiencing this difficult time. In addition to the condolence cards, the department partnered with Star Registry, a company that allows a person’s name to be associated with the coordinates of a star. This registry is published annually and provides a new ritual to support families through perinatal bereavement.
December 2023
Bladder ultrasound for volumetric assessment
$17,000
Before the bladder scan was purchase, the birthing pavilion needed to borrow the device from other departments without assurance that it would be available when needed. Having a bladder scan for the birthing pavilion facilitates accessibility and reduce the potential risk of nosocomial infections.
2021 and continuing
Bienvenue au monde
Around $35,400
Created by multidisciplinary artist and mother Édith Cambrini, Bienvenue au monde is an art project that brings new mothers together to express their triumphs and challenges through visual arts and writing. Through creative workshops, participants put together individual and group artworks. The initiative was originally launched to address the isolation brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic.
February 2020
Nursing chairs
$21,657
In 2020, 15 new breastfeeding chairs were acquired to create dedicated breastfeeding spaces within the hospital, including in the maternity ward and the Emergency Department. The creation of these adapted spaces makes the facility more comfortable for mothers and helps promote breastfeeding.
2019 and continuing
Training by a lactation consultant
$39,115
The recruitment of a lactation specialist has enabled the BMP Hospital to remain a leader in providing integrated care to families using our perinatal services. The BMP Hospital has a team of lactation consultants trained and certified by the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE), who support physicians, nurses, and families in the community. They practice at the hospital, in medical clinics, and throughout the community.
December 2019
Acquisition of the Multitrac
$21,700
The Multitrac is an innovative birthing chair promoting active birthing and partner involvement during labour. It comprises an exercise ball, a “tarzan” rope, a delivery bench, and a chair for the partner. This equipment supports a natural and safe delivery, while mobility during active labor provides several benefits, including reduced pain.
December 2019
Luikart forceps for birth
$6,346
This instrument is a traction forceps featuring a cephalic curve and a pelvic curve with solid, non-fenestrated blades. It is designed to reduce vaginal trauma for the mother and marks and scratches on the baby.
October 2017
Fetal heart monitors
$2,900
The purchase included a fetal heart monitor, a portable Doppler device mounted on a mobile stand with an accessory basket, and a second fetal heart monitor without a stand.
2017
Redesign of the Birthing Pavilion completed
$237,000
Architectural upgrades provided parents and newborns with a more welcoming environment, offering more privacy and comfort. The redesign involved the repainting of room and common areas, replacing blinds with shades, replacing flooring and wall protection, and changing laminated countertops with castings.
With a 43% increase in activity, the Outpatient Surgical Clinic was identified as a priority within the major redevelopment redevelopment projects selected by the BMP Foundation and BMP Hospital.
As a first step, a dedicated space was created for pre- and post-surgery consultations. This was followed by the development of specialized rooms for minor and endoscopic procedures such as colonoscopies, colposcopies, and gastroscopies.
These exams are now performed in the Outpatient Clinic’s premises, which increases the capacity of the Operating Room and thus reduce the waiting time for surgeries under general anesthesia. This project was completed in 2017 and required a $1 million investment.
August 2024
Colonoscopy devices
$480,240
Colonoscopy devices enable earlier detection of colon cancer, which improves prevention and reduces complications in cases of more advanced cancer.
December 2017
Completion of the redevelopment project for the Outpatient Surgical Clinic
1,05 million
This redevelopment project included the creation of spaces for pre and post surgery consultations and the layout of specific rooms where minor and endoscopic procedures (colonoscopies, colposcopies and gastroscopies) take place. The development of this important clinic helps to reduce waiting times and increase the capacity of the operating room for surgeries under general anesthesia.
The BMP Hospital orthopedic clinic expanded its facilities to meet the ever-growing demands and maintain timely access to orthopedic care. Thanks to the BMP Foundation’s investment, the size of the department increased from 241 m2 to 548 m2. The redevelopment also enhanced the privacy and comfort for patients. Access to orthopedic-related technical facilities, such as medical imaging, was greatly improved for patients with reduced mobility.
The new clinic officially opened on on March 10, 2020, allowing orthopedic physicians and the clinical team to continue to offer high quality care in a better suited environment for the needs of the patients.
The BMP Foundation contributed $1.3 million to the project.
June 2025
Surgical Table Extension
$34,918
This extension is used primarily during hip surgery. It allows the surgeon to use an anterior approach for a hip replacement and helps avoid contact with the abductor muscles.
June 2025
Femoral Distractor
$13 630
A femoral distractor allows a surgeon to align the head of the femur in the hip, giving it time to remodel itself. This innovative technological tool allows for a faster procedure and more comfort for the patient.
March 2020
New Orthopedic Clinic officially opens
$2.5 millions (including the $1.3 million for the move)
In March 2020, a new spacious and modern clinic officially opened its doors. It enables orthopedic physicians and the BMP Hospital clinical team to continue providing high-quality care in an environment better suited to patients’ needs.
2019
Orthopedic Clinic moves to ground floor
$1.3 million
In early 2019, the Orthopedic clinic was moved to the ground floor of the hospital near related services, such as medical imaging, for more accessibility to patients with reduced mobility.
In April 2018, the Bergeron-Jetté Clinic was officially inaugurated. The BMP Hospital and the BMP Foundation wanted to provide a more spacious, ergonomic, and secure facility to care for patients in a more private, confidential, calm, warm, and restful environment. From 2015 to 2016, 399 treatments were administered to patients in this modernized department.
The relocation of the oncology clinic, along with these numerous improvements, was necessary to meet the growing demand for services. The often-limited mobility of these patients, as well as infection prevention for this vulnerable population, were also central considerations during the renovation.
The BMP Foundation partly financed the project with an investment of $1.7 million.
October 2024 and continuing
Independent training programs for cancer patients
$8,700 pledged
In 2024, the BMP Foundation expanded on its support services for cancer patients by partnering with kinesiologist Gabrielle Duhamel to provide adapted training sessions for patents with more specific needs. This experience allows patients to continue to stay active and have access to training programs at home.
February 2023
Vital sign monitors
$33,035
The BMP Foundation purchased vital sign monitors that were installed at the bedside of patients going through chemotherapy treatments. These monitors are instrumental in weighing in on a patient’s condition and managing their state of well-being in case of illness.
February 2020
Blankets for the Oncology Department
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To provide comfort and warmth, the Foundation purchased soft pink blankets for oncology patients while going through what is often a difficult and unpleasant time.
2019 and continuing
Yoga sessions
36 606 $ since 2019
In 2019, the BMP Foundation created a partnership with certified “Yoga4cancer” teacher, Laura Hernandez, to provide free yoga classes to Brome-Missisquoi residents that were specifically adapted for patients with cancer or who are in remission.
April 2018
Redevelopment of the Oncology Clinic
$1,65 million
The Oncology Clinic was previously located on the ground floor of the hospital. It was relocated to the 3rd floor of the building. With additional space, the relocation provided more privacy and comfort to patients, and it allowed the hospital to better meet the growing demand for oncology services. More than 6,000 medical visits and 2,000 treatments were given to oncology patients between 2017-2018 alone.
