You might have ridden in a helicopter for fun, work, or travel. Most people, however, have never been in a medical helicopter or seen one up close. It’s easy to think of them as just a way to get from one place to another. But when time is critical and a patient’s medical condition is ..read more

It was supposed to be a typical summer day, full of errands and appointments for Donna Heffner. But that all changed when the 74-year-old Tennessee woman was t-boned on the driver’s side by a fast-moving vehicle while driving through at an intersection on Highway 127 in Jamestown. “I don’t remember too much after that, except ..read more

Why do you need an Air Ambulance? Cardiac arrest, a rupturing aneurism, anaphylactic shock, heavy equipment accident – the reasons people need emergency medical care are many. For the most serious, and when time is one of the factors determining positive outcomes, air ambulances are often called to the scene. For most people, the arrival ..read more

For patients, insurance denials can mean bills that are in the tens of thousands of dollars for care they could not do without. Even with the passing of the No Surprises Act (NSA), where the patient is removed from the negotiation process between emergency medical provider and the insurance company, denials of claims happen and have increased since the NSA passed. Many people believe that since the NSA was passed, that they can never be responsible for emergency care bills- but that is simply untrue. Copays, coinsurance, deductibles and even outright denials of coverage can still leave patie ..read more

Dads are unique. Protective and adventurous in equal measure, they know it takes a lot of preparation to be ready for anything. While dad is making family memories in the backyard, national park, on the slopes or camping under the stars in the middle of nowhere – he is sure to pack everything he needs (or might need) to ensure the fun goes off without a hitch. From extra water to a first-aid kit, bug spray, or fresh batteries for the flashlight, whatever the trip requires, you can rest assured that dad’s got it covered. Whether you know a dad who prefers backyard fun, one that likes his fami ..read more

Being a mother means a lot of things – but caring for their family is probably the most meaningful of them all. Moms are great observers, and their instincts when it comes to caring for their children are usually spot on. Nothing is more soothing to a sick child than the presence of their mother- from a bowl of chicken soup to treat a cold, a bandage on a scrape followed by a reassuring hug, or a cool rag to sooth a fevered forehead – moms are the experts in childhood caretaking. Sometimes the accident or illness is more serious, and moms also know when it’s time to call in specialists. As c ..read more

In trauma, when getting a patient to definitive care – whether that care be a hospital, trauma center or surgical suite, time is of the essence. The Golden Hour, defined as the first hour after the occurrence of a traumatic injury or event, during which treatment is likely to be the most effective, has long been believed to be the standard timeframe in which trauma victims should arrive at a facility for lifesaving treatment. You may be familiar with EMS deserts , parts of the country where access to higher levels of care require more precious time than it would in other parts of the country ..read more

AirMedCare Network’s expansive list of providers can respond to your medical emergencies with our fleet of specialty aircraft. You may also be familiar with the Fly-U-Home membership that assists domestic travelers in the lower 48 states with hospital-to-hospital transportation when members are hospitalized more than 150 nautical miles from home. We are expanding our popular Fly-U-Home offering to those who may become ill or injured outside the United States with Fly-U-Home International memberships. Fly-U-Home International will operate similarly to the Fly-U-Home program you have now, but ..read more

Global Medical Response (GMR) has become Chief level sponsor for The SERVPRO First Responder Bowl. In its 8th year of honoring first responders, the 2023 game was played in Dallas on December 28th between Rice and Texas State. GMR assumed the role of presenting partner for the pre-game show in a spectacular display, contributing first responder helicopters for a flyover, and bringing their own first responders and Honor Guard center stage to perform the U.S. National Anthem and present the colors. “We could not be more satisfied to have aligned our event with the world’s largest medical ..read more

Having an air ambulance membership can provide several benefits in the event of a life-or-death situation or anymedical emergency requiring rapid transport to a healthcare facility by air instead of ground. While the reasons for needing air ambulance treatment and transportation in emergencies vary,there are many benefits to purchasing a membership with your local provider, like AirMedCare Network (AMCN) if the unthinkable happens to you or a family member. Five Benefits of Air Ambulance Membership Rapid Medical Care without Out-Of-Pocket Costs Air ambulance memberships typically offer ..read more