New dental equipment funded by Tarong West Wind Farm has now arrived at Kingaroy Hospital, marking an important next step in supporting improved dental care for patients across the region.
Earlier this year, Tarong West Wind Farm committed more than $15,000 to fund dental sensors and x-ray plates for use with a portable x-ray machine in the hospital’s Theatre Department.
With the equipment now delivered, clinicians will be able to diagnose and treat dental issues during the same theatre appointment, helping to reduce the need for additional visits and supporting shorter recovery times.
While the new equipment may be small in size, its impact is expected to be significant. It will help improve operating efficiencies, allow more patients to access dental procedures at Kingaroy Hospital and, importantly, enable more people to receive treatment closer to home.
The equipment will support patients from across the South Burnett and Western Downs, including people travelling from the Chinchilla and Tara region.
Tarong West Wind Farm is proud to have worked with the Kingaroy Hospital Auxiliary to support this practical initiative and looks forward to seeing the equipment put to use for the benefit of patients and families across the region.
From left: Alison Murray (KHA President), Andrew Stokes (RES), Toby Coates (RES), Stacey and Karen (KHAI)