A new program in New Brunswick will allow residents to receive critical eye care in their own province instead of crossing the border for care.
The program – a partnership between the Department of Health and the regional health authorities – will have retinal surgeries performed at the Dr. Everett Chalmers Regional Hospital in Fredericton.
The government is spending $476,000 for start-up costs and up to an additional $926,000 in annual operating costs to help the Horizon Health Network establish the program, which is expected to be in place later this year.
“We know retinal surgery can be life-changing for patients, including often restoring a person’s vision. The provincial program will provide this important service to New Brunswickers right here at home,” said Health Minister Bruce Fitch in a news release Friday.
“This is another example of how we are working together to improve …