Updated x-ray room at Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise undergoes a sea-themed makeover
Medray has worked with the radiology department at Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise, Ireland, to install a Carestream DRX-Evolution Plus x-ray room. Funding for the replacement of the x-ray room was secured in February 2024. After discussions with Medray over requirements, room modifications and quotations, the project began in July with completion in August.
RSM Peter McDonagh said: “It was a pleasure working with Medray, from the initial discussions to the application training. The redesigned room has enhanced both the radiographers’ and patients’ experience. The new layout allows radiology work to be performed on either side of the table, while the movable wall stand has significantly improved manual handling for imaging trolley patients. Additionally, the automated positioning of the x-ray tube greatly supports the radiographers by easing the physical demands of their daily tasks.”
The addition of an undersea mural on the main wall behind the wall stand by senior radiographer (RSO) Paul Ogbonyomi has received many positive comments and helps paediatric patients by providing a distraction. “We have included animals on the changing room doors to assist patients returning to the correct cubicle, rather than labelling them 1 and 2, which has caused confusion over the years,” McDonagh added. “We are delighted with the new room and the process for installation and look forward to many years of working with Medray.”
Lead picture: senior radiographer (RSO) Paul Ogbonyomi in front of the mural that he painted.
Read this report on page 14 of the March 2025 issue of RAD Magazine.
