Diagnosis an important step in rehabilitation

Wildbase Recovery sponsor recognises diagnosis as an important step in endangered species’ rehabilitation

Wildbase Recovery Community Trust are really excited to announce their first corporate sponsor. Broadway Radiology are a nice fit, having already been working with Wildbase - helping with MRIs on some of our most endangered species.

Wildbase Recovery sponsor recognises diagnosis as an important step in endangered species’ rehabilitation

Wildbase Recovery has signed their first corporate sponsor, Broadway Radiology, who will be presented with a certificate of appreciation this Wednesday, 13 May, at 10.45am.

Broadway Radiology has been providing Wildbase Hospital with Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) services for a number of years. Alongside the x-rays and CT scans Wildbase already do at their Massey University facilities, the MRIs help provide a complete story of an animal’s illness or injuries – adding weight towards a positive diagnosis. Kiwi and tuataras are just some of the unique native wildlife that have passed through Broadway Radiology’s doors.

“Wildbase leads the way in innovation,” says Broadway Radiology General Manager, Duncan Scott. “They treat some of the most vulnerable species on the planet, and for those who don’t make it, their dedicated pathology and research work provides solutions for future species-management.”

As a locally owned and operated business, Broadway Radiology has been looking for a community-focused cause. The Wildbase Recovery project came to Broadway Radiology’s attention through principal Peter Dixon, who is also president of the Middle Districts Lions Club that are leading fellow clubs’ support in raising awareness and funds for Wildbase Recovery. “Wildbase Recovery will not only engage the public with world-class innovation being done right here in the Manawatu, but as an education facility it will also directly contribute to conservation on a national scale”, says Dr Dixon.

Diagnosis is an important step in recovery. MRI is a body-imaging tool that uses a magnetic field, rather that radiation, to enhance tissue and small body parts. Simply put, it is better for the patient and assists with diagnosis of diseases or tendon damage – determining what rehabilitation best fits.

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