Aspen Medical reinstates vital endoscopy services at Lautoka Hospital

Aspen Medical has fully reinstated endoscopy services at Lautoka Hospital, a vital diagnostic
service for the Western Division.

Aspen Medical has recently acquired new equipment, including an endoscopy tower and a portable
bronchoscope. This will allow our doctors to perform a wider range of procedures and improve
patient care.

The previous unit, which was mostly out of service since 2019, has been replaced with state-of-the-art equipment which includes automatic cleaning and disinfection of the scope according to infection control standards.

Endoscopy is a medical procedure that uses a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera to
examine the inside of the body. Endoscopy helps doctors diagnose conditions like ulcers, tumours and other medical issues.

Chief Operations Officer Barry Herberts said, “The new equipment is suitable for adults and children and will further enhance the level of services provided to our patients.

“The new endoscopy equipment will enable doctors to conduct precise examinations, leading to earlier detection of potential health issues and prompt treatment. This, in turn, will improve patient outcomes and reduce the need for more invasive surgical procedures.”

Aspen Medical began managing operations at the Lautoka and Ba hospitals in April 2022.