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Today, U.S. Representative Matt Cartwright announced that the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) awarded $80,000 to Lackawanna College for the purchase of sonography equipment for its medical diagnostic, treatment, and occupational therapy programs. The funds will be utilized to help outfit the College’s laboratory for the training of certified ultrasound technicians and assistants.

“Pennsylvania has a shortage of medical professionals qualified to collect sonograms for cardiovascular analysis and occupational therapy,” said Rep. Cartwright, who supported the College’s application for award. “These funds will increase the quality of local health care and launch some promising careers in the health field.”

Lackawanna College and its partners will match the ARC amount, making the total investment in the sonography equipment and programs $160,000. With the clinical equipment, students will be able to complete the number of lab hours required under the College’s new sonography programs.

ARC provides economic development assistance and funding to 420 counties, including Lackawanna, PA, in 13 Appalachian states.