Penticton couple gives back to hospital with $30k donation
Published 1:45 pm Monday, December 8, 2025
A Penticton couple is giving back for the care they’ve received from the Penticton Regional Hospital with a $30,000 donation for new technology.
The South Okanagan Similkameen Medical Foundation said the gift from Jack Rogers and Sue Duncliffe will go towards a ROSA Robotic Surgical Assistant for the Penticton Regional Hospital’s orthopedics team to improve care for local residents.
“As we age, having excellent healthcare available is very important to us,” the couple shared in a release from the Foundation. “We have always felt grateful for the care we received at PRH, and we want to help ensure that others can benefit from the same level of support. With the pressures of an aging population and limited government funding, we felt it was important to invest directly in our community.”
The ROSA system is used by orthopedic surgeons to perform hip replacements with improved accuracy. While the surgeon remains fully in control of the procedure, ROSA provides real-time data, precision guidance, and a personalized surgical plan for each patient. With the potential for improved implant placement, smaller incisions, and quicker recovery, ROSA represents a significant advancement in orthopedic care in the South Okanagan.
“We hope our contribution assists PRH healthcare professionals by ensuring quality care, shorter hospital stays, and faster paths to recovery,” the couple said. “Far too often, we take our public healthcare system for granted. Nothing is free in life except poor advice.”
The couple also extended their heartfelt thanks to all PRH staff, with special recognition to Dr. Tim Bell and his team of professionals, who have performed two hip surgeries for Rogers.
The SOS Medical Foundation’s 20th Tree of Dreams campaign is currently underway and collecting donations to support medical care in the region. Donations made in the campaign can be directed to support the ROSA system.
To learn more or to donate, you can go to www.sosmedicalfoundation.com/tree-of-dreams.