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Amarillo Enhances 911 Emergency Medical Services with Addition of Innovative Nurse Navigation Program
12.17.2024
The program aims to improve EMS efficiency, reduce healthcare costs, and provide the right level of care for the 911 caller.
Brindlee Fire Services Completes Acqusition of Rural Metro Fire from Global Medical Response
12.16.2024
This marks a transformative milestone for both companies and will continue to support Rural Metro Fire as a leader in private fire services across the U.S.
Norovirus Strikes Early
12.12.2024
Stay healthy this holiday season with these expert tips.
AMR Redlands 'Home for the Holidays' Program Brings Holiday Cheer
12.10.2024
The program allowed nine-year-old Victor Hipolito, who requires continuous ventilator support, the gift of enjoying Thanksgiving dinner with his family in California.
GMR’s Financial Outlook Revised to Positive by Moody’s and S&P: A Testament to Leadership and Innovation
12.3.2024
Acknowledgment reflects GMR’s operational strength and dedication to life-saving care.
AMR Ambulance Crews Find Satisfaction in National Disaster Relief
11.26.2024
Mike Sanders, regional director for AMR Ventura County and AMR affiliate Gold Coast Ambulance, shares what it's like to respond to large scale and national catastrophes.
AMR Thankful to Have Served Community for Over 110 Years
11.25.2024
American Medical Response celebrates 110 years of service to the Portland metro area.
AirMed International to Retire Hawker 800s, Eyes CL605s
11.21.2024
AMI says the change will increase operational range and that longer range means fewer stops and faster overall mission-completion times.
UT LIFESTAR Celebrates 40 Years of Serving East Tennessee
11.19.2024
The organization airlifted its first patient on October 1, 1984, and since then, it has transported more than 50,000 patients.
AMR Pueblo Honored as EMS Ambulance Service of the Year
11.14.2024
The operation was awarded the recognition for its unwavering dedication to serving the residents of the county with top-tier emergency medical care.
EMS Heroes Honored in Washington, D.C. as 2024 Stars of Life
11.14.2024
GMR Stars were honored as part of AAA's recognition of EMS professionals who performed extraordinary acts of service for their patients, colleagues and communities.
GMR Announces Sale of GrandView Aviation to Wheels Up
11.14.2024
The sale marks a strategic shift for GMR.
EMS Providers Share Their Stories on Veterans Day
11.11.2024
GMR is honored to see some of our Veteran team members featured in the JEMS article.
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A Mission That Matters: GMR Helps Veterans Transition to EMS Careers
11.11.2024
Through training programs, partnerships and hiring events, GMR enables veterans to carry on their commitment to service in meaningful new ways.
Flight Crew Being Honored for Response to Apalachee High School Shooting
11.8.2024
Three crewmembers of Air Evac Lifeteam No. 117 are being called heroes.
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GMR Launches Major Fleet Expansion to Strengthen Critical Care in Rural and Urban Communities
11.8.2024
New aircraft investments aim to address healthcare access challenges, modernize air medical services and support patients in hard-to-reach areas.
AMR Selected as Exclusive EMS Provider for Alameda County
11.7.2024
Innovative care model to enhance public health, equity and access for Bay Area residents.
Nurse Navigation Program Proves Successful in East County, California
11.7.2024
The AMR program enables registered nurses to offer alternatives for non-emergency calls, decreasing unnecessary ambulance transport and emergency room visits.
Global Medical Response and Brindlee Fire Services Announce Purchase of Rural Metro Fire
10.29.2024
Rural Metro Fire and Valley Fire Services, previously Global Medical Response companies, will join and be operated by Brindlee Fire Services under the Rural Metro Fire brand.
Behind the Shield Podcast
10.28.2024
GMR's Joshua Rose and Dr. Gerad Troutman discuss how Nurse Navigation can reduce calls and revolutionize the 911 industry.
AMR Southwest Washington Hosts Australian Student Paramedics
10.25.2024
First responders from Vancouver and Australia will spend two weeks strengthening services for their communities through collaboration on EMS system similarities and difference...
GMR Collaborates with Portland, Oregon Non-Profit to Promote Women in EMS
10.24.2024
AMR, a member of GMR, has worked with Portland Metro Fire Camp (PMFC) since 2009 to host an all-female camp for young women to participate in first responder learning activiti...
GMR Announces Strategic Sale of GrandView Aviation Assets
10.23.2024
The transition is expected to be finalized in the coming weeks.
Metro Atlanta First Responders Honored for Saving Man’s Life During Cardiac Arrest
10.21.2024
First Responders from AMR Brookhaven in Georgia played a part in saving 38-year-old Reilly Campbell’s life after he suffered a cardiac arrest in his car in August.
AMR Riverside-Morongo Air Ground Tribal Alliance Wins Prestigious CAASE Service Excellence Award
10.18.2024
The nation’s first-ever EMS-tribal partnership reduces emergency response times by 60%.
GMR Teams Lead Swift Response After Hurricane Milton Landfall
10.10.2024
Hospital evacuations and 911 rescues continue across Florida, with teams on standby for further action.
AMR Brings Its Nationally Recognized Paid EMT Training Program to Abilene
10.9.2024
Our 'Earn While You Learn' initiative supports workforce development and community health.
GMR Regional President Nicole A. Henricksen Receives Excellence Award at Pinnacle 2024
10.8.2024
Henricksen was recognized for inspiring others in EMS and for creating an environment where others can thrive and succeed.
Guardian Flight Director Recognized by Texas' Employer Support for the Guard and Reserve with “Seven Seals” Award
10.3.2024
Director of Air Clinical Operations Jenn Liebman was recognized for her dedicated work with ESGR and support for employees who are active Guard and Reserve Service members.
Air Evac Lifeteam Celebrates 20 Years of Service to Humphreys County
10.3.2024
Since April of 2004, Air Evac 37 has been an integral part of the well-being of the Waverly, TN communities, providing critical air ambulance services to those in need.
GMR Scales Up Emergency Response Across the Southeast Following Hurricane Helene
10.1.2024
As crews shift north to assist impacted states, the Gulf braces for another storm.
33 First Responders from GMR to Receive Highest EMS Honor
10.1.2024
The Stars of Life Honorees will be recognized by the American Ambulance Association in Washington D.C. in November.
Global Medical Response Mobilizes Emergency Medical Teams in Preparation for Hurricane Helene
9.26.2024
GMR deployed ground and air ambulance units, medical personnel to support communities in the storm’s path.
AMR Reports Progress in Improving Access to Care in Multnomah County
9.25.2024
The new deployment plan yields significant reduction in ambulance shortages, making early success ahead of November 1 benchmark.
AMR in Buffalo, NY Adds 18 New Paramedics and EMTs Through EWYL Program
9.19.2024
AMR says the new first responders are graduates of Buffalo's largest class of the company's award-winning Earn While You Learn program.
Global Medical Response Mobilizes First Responders, Ambulances and More to Path of Hurricane Francine
9.12.2024
Francine made landfall as a Category 2 hurricane on the Louisiana coast on September 11, and continues as a tropical depression on a north-easterly course.
Guardian Flight Celebrates Community Health Aides
9.10.2024
Guardian Flight is excited to celebrate Community Health Aide Appreciation Day on September 10, recognizing the contributions of community health aides throughout Alaska.
GMR Leaders Discuss the Future of EMS at Pinnacle Conference
9.6.2024
Nicole Henricksen, Regional President of Operations, and Dr. Gerad Troutman, National Medical Director of Innovation, spoke about future challenges and opportunities in EMS at...
AMR Extends Lifeguard Season at Popular Portland, OR Parks
9.5.2024
American Medical Response is keeping lifeguards at High Rocks and Glenn Otto Parks past its normal schedule due to the region's excessive heat.
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AMR to Hold Ceremony in Springfield, MA for Graduating Class of EWYL Program
9.3.2024
The ceremony is for the 13th graduating class of EMTs from American Medical Response's award-winning “Earn While You Learn” program.
AMR and Erlanger Expand Partnership
8.28.2024
AMR will provide ground ambulance services and a fully integrated dispatch system to serve the Tennessee-based Erlanger's patients and staff.
AMR Reports Major Improvements in Knox County
8.20.2024
AMR said the improvements are fueled by a 52% increase in EMT and paramedic staffing over the past 10 months.
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AMR to Partner with New Micro Hospital in North Idaho
8.15.2024
The Post Falls ER and Hospital will offer 24-hour emergency care, inpatient services in mid to late August.
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GMR Mobilizes First Responders, Ambulances, Air Medical Aircraft and more as Hurricane Debby Makes Landfall
8.6.2024
As part of American Medical Response's (AMR) FEMA contract, GMR is deploying ground, air and medical transportation assets to help coastal communities in Debby’s path.
AMR Director of Operations Discusses Improved Response Times in Knox County
7.30.2024
Jerry Harnish talks about AMR's June data that shows on-time response rates of more than 90% in two of the three districts it covers in Knox County in Tennessee.
How China Teen Was Saved When Heart Failed
7.18.2024
When AMR paramedic Rose Pangburn and intern Mohammed Kadid responded to a 911 call, they found college student Catherine Cai responsive but feeling dizzy and a little sick. Th...
14 New EMTs to Serve Bridgeport and Fairfield CT Following AMR EWYL Graduation
7.18.2024
Earn While You Learn allows EMT students to receive a paycheck while they train. Graduates then take the state exam, become certified and are promoted and receive a pay increa...
AMR Orlando Nationally Recognized for Commitment to High-Quality Care for Heart Attacks and Strokes
7.18.2024
The American Heart Association presents the Mission: Lifeline EMS gold achievement award for proven dedication to ensuring access to best practices and lifesaving care.
How Ambulance Crews Beat The Summer Heat
7.17.2024
While answering emergency calls for heat-related illnesses and injuries, AMR ambulance crews have to deal with the high temperatures as well. Here's what they do to stay cool...
AMI Celebrates Milestone with All-Female Flight Crews Across Entire Jet Fleet
7.15.2024
AirMed International is celebrating the successful deployment of all-female flight crews on all three types of jet aircraft in its fleet.
Abbott EMS Honors First Responders Who Saved Lives
7.8.2024
The 38th Annual Clinical Save Banquet recognized 90 first responders from Illinois and Missouri.
13 Graduate from AMR EMT Program in Mississippi
7.2.2024
AMR Central Mississippi has 13 newly trained emergency medical technicians in Hinds County, they are the most recent graduates of AMR’s Earn While You Learn Program.
AMR Receives Contract to Continue Services on Kauai and Maui, HI
7.2.2024
The new contract begins Jan. 1, 2025, and runs through 2028. AMR has partnered with Maui and Kauai for more than 44 years to build a strong emergency medical services system o...
AMR Reminds You to Practice Safe Grilling this Summer
6.26.2024
Annually, there are more than11,000 home fires involving grills, resulting in an average of two deaths, 176 injuries and $172 million in property damage. Here are some tips to...
Self Regional Medical Center Adds Helicopter Transport Service
6.21.2024
The South Carolina hospital partnered with Med-Trans Corp.to provide a medically configured Bell 407 helicopter available 24/7.
MUSC Health Partners with Med-Trans to Launch Meducare 4 Air Ambulance Service in South Carolina
6.19.2024
The rotor-wing service designed to enhance emergency medical transport in the region, providing services across Bamberg, Calhoun and Orangeburg counties.
Spokane, WA Expands Access to Medical Serivces Through AMR's Nurse Navigation Program
6.18.2024
The program helps free up emergency rooms by rerouting non-critical patients to other appropriate care rather than transporting them to a hospital by ambulance.
Med-Trans Announces New Partnership with Med-Force
6.17.2024
The partnership strengthens air medical services within the Quad Cities.
A day in the life: Troup County EMS on the Job
6.12.2024
The life of a first responder is far from easy. Troup County Emergency Medical Response’s Stacey Elkins was promoted to the rank of Captain in February. She knows the challeng...
Rochester, NY: AMR Reunites Cardiac Arrest Survivors with First Responders
6.12.2024
Cardiac Arrest Survivor Ceremony honored 55 first responders who saved lives.
Knox County, TN: Harnish Moves to AMR; Devlin is New RMF Chief
6.7.2024
Rural Metro Fire Chief Jerry Harnish is now overseeing all Knox County operations at American Medical Response (AMR), while Jeff Devlin is the fire department’s interim chief.
MedStat EMS Receives Excellence Award from Mississippi Trauma Care System Foundation
6.5.2024
The Circle of Excellence is awarded to trauma teams who promote excellent patient care.
Dekalb County Welcomes Newest EMT Graduates of AMR's "Earn While You Learn" Program
5.30.2024
The EMTs in Georgia successfully completed the EWYL program, which financially compensated them while they trained to receive their state EMT certification.
AMR Kicks Off Summer River Rescue Program for Portland Area
5.29.2024
AMR is training lifeguards to help prevent accidents when swimmers overestimate their abilities and underestimate the strength of river currents.
Overwhelming Gratitude
5.28.2024
A Tennessee woman says a crew with an AMCN provider saved her life after a serious crash.
Guardian Flight Provides Speedy Care for Upper Peninsula, Michigan
5.28.2024
The air ambulance is praised for providing the rural area with vital EMS care, allowing patients to receive advanced treatment in less time than with ground care.
AMR is Awarded Maui Contract for Ambulance Services
5.28.2024
The Hawaii Department of Health has awarded American Medical Response (AMR) a four-and-a-half-year contract for all of Maui County.
Nationwide Week of Recognition for EMS Professionals
5.22.2024
Read some of the media coverage of 2024 EMS week, how our teams are celebrating--and being celebrated.
Graduating EMTs from AMR Program Ready to Serve in Connecticut
5.22.2024
A class of 14 graduates of American Medical Response’s Earn While You Learn program is ready to serve the city of Waterbury as newly minted EMTs.
GMR Announces Closing of Comprehensive Financing Plan
5.20.2024
GMR announced it has closed a previously announced comprehensive refinancing transaction that provides meaningful new equity investment from existing and new investors, signif...
New AMR EMTs Earned While They Learned
5.20.2024
The Waterbury area has a new batch of EMTs as part of a new trend. Instead of paying for their training, they got a paycheck while being trained to save lives.
Sierra Lifeflight Expands Fixed-Wing Services to Mammoth Lakes, CA, Region
5.15.2024
A fixed-wing, medically equipped aircraft now based at Mammoth Yosemite Airport.
AMR Earns Prestigious CAAS Accreditation in Missouri
5.13.2024
An independent review validates that AMR Independence adheres to the highest standards in the industry.
The Patient in The Parking Lot
5.7.2024
Arizona EMS professionals restore dignity and self-respect to a sick, unhoused patient.
AMR in New Hampshire Promotes Awareness of the Danger of Fentanyl
5.7.2024
AMR's Chris Stawasz is part of the "No Safe Experience" campaign that's raising awareness of the high number of overdoses in the state caused by this illegal drug.
AMR in Portland Metro Area Sponsors Next-Gen Paramedics to Fill Gap Amid EMT Shortage
4.30.2024
AMR is paying for students' tuition and other costs to help bolster the paramedic workforce.
New Program at AMR San Diego Offers Peer Support for First Responders
4.30.2024
The program aims to tackle mental health challenges faced by EMS professionals by offering psychological crisis intervention training to paramedics, EMTs and dispatchers.
Georgia Man Thanks First Responders
4.29.2024
87-year-old survives cardiac arrest thanks to first responders.
Air Evac Lifeteam First Responders Place in National Competition
4.26.2024
Flight Nurses Kelly Hamill and Christina Philpott competed against 16 crews at the Critical Care Transport Conference.
Med-Trans Adds to Air Ambulance Fleet With ITC Helicopter Leases
4.23.2024
Five medically configured Bell 407 aircraft will be deployed in Med-Trans bases in Texas, Iowa, Oklahoma and Kansas, serving the local hospital systems.
Med-Trans Corporation and Banner Health Add Blood Products to Aircraft in Colorado
4.22.2024
The air medical provider now has the capability to administer blood to trauma patients.
It's Just What We Do
4.16.2024
Seattle AMR EMTs receive high praise for using their emotional intelligence to calm and comfort a stressed patient.
AeroCare Adds New Rotor-Wing to Air Medical Base in Parker, Arizona
4.11.2024
The Airbus will complement the Guardian Flight brand's medical coverage to La Paz Regional Medical Center and the Colorado River region of Arizona, California and Nevada.
American Medical Response Celebrates 30 Years of Service in Pueblo, Colorado
4.11.2024
Since March of 1994, AMR Pueblo has been an integral part of the safety and well-being of the community.
AMR Employees Honored
4.9.2024
The 2023 California EMS Awards recognized several AMR employees for their good deeds.
San Diego County To Honor AMR's Longest-Serving Employee
4.8.2024
Gordon Anderson responded to some of the county's most memorable disasters, including the 1970 Laguna Fire and the crash of PSA Flight 182.
House Committee Evaluates Emergency Healthcare Access
4.4.2024
GMR's Dr. Ed Racht was among the EMS representatives who discussed access challenges at last month's House Hearing at GMR in Denton, Texas.
Safe Haven Baby Box Installed at Rural Metro Fire Station in Halls, Tennessee
4.4.2024
The Safe Haven Baby Box allows mothers to anonymously surrender unharmed newborns up to two weeks after they are born, which is legal under state law.
American Medical Response Opens New Operation in Colusa County, CA
4.1.2024
The operation will provide timely emergency medical services to the community.
American Medical Response Offers Solar Eclipse Viewing Safety Tips
4.1.2024
To safely enjoy viewing the eclipse, there are a few things to keep in mind.
AMR Partners with NCTI to Launch Paramedic Program in San Joaquin and Stanislaus Counties
3.29.2024
The paramedic training program will be the first in the California region in over a decade.
Air Evac Lifeteam Celebrates 20 Years of Service in Brazil, Indiana
3.28.2024
Air Evac 39 is hosting an anniversary celebration and open house on Saturday, April 6, in honor of the event.
AMR Offering Free EMT Training for Women This Fall at San Diego Miramar College
3.21.2024
The free EMT training is part of AMR's “Earn While You Learn” program and will cover student cadets’ tuition, book costs and pay them for the hours they attend class.
AMR Adds New 4x4 Ambulances To San Mateo County Fleet
3.19.2024
The new four-wheel drive vehicles are expected to enhance lifesaving capabilities in coastal and rural areas of the county in California.
U.S. House Committee on Ways and Means to Hold EMS Hearing at GMR in Texas
3.14.2024
The hearing, "Access to Health Care in America: Ensuring Resilient Emergency Medical Care," will take place Monday, March 18, 2024, at Global Medical Response in Denton.
Meet The ER In The Sky: HealthStar One
3.13.2024
In places like rural Kansas, HealthStar One is often considered a "flying emergency room," getting patients to high-level care and in less time than a ground ambulance.
AMR Recognized for Commitment to Pediatric Care in Montana
3.11.2024
The Montana Emergency Medical Services for Children Program gives AMR Platinum-level status with a Safety Plus endorsement.
AMR Donates Ambulance to Arizona Community College
3.8.2024
Paradise Valley Community College will use the ambulance to train future EMS professionals.
GMR, AMR Renew with IndyCar and Indianapolis Motor Speedway
3.5.2024
GMR, the parent company of American Medical Response (AMR), is proud to sponsor the AMR IndyCar Safety Team, which consists of about 30 safety personnel.
Air Evac Lifeteam Opens New Air Medical Base in Uvalde
3.4.2024
The new base will provide service to South Texas.
Harnessing Innovation for Patient-Oriented Medical Interiors
2.29.2024
GMR leaders, Josh Brannon, vice president of aircraft maintenance and Dr. Edward Racht, chief medical officer, share requirements when reconfiguring an aircraft for medical us...
REACH Becomes First Operator to Implement Revolutionary Helicopter Navigation System
2.28.2024
The Hughes Aerospace technology gives REACH unprecedented operational enhancements and reinforces the importance of technological advancement in ensuring the safety and effici...
El Cajon, CA, Touts Nurse Navigation Successes After One Year
2.16.2024
Greater efficiencies in 911 operations have been among the benefits of the collaboration between AMR and Heartland Fire & Rescue.
GMR’s Strozyk Speaks to Congress on Issues Underpinning Pending Healthcare Legislation
2.15.2024
AAA President and GMR Senior Vice President Randy Strozyk testified before the House Energy and Commerce Committee on healthcare issues impacting the delivery of EMS.
Do The Right Thing
2.13.2024
A Nevada-based REACH crew leaves no person behind when responding to a downed aircraft.
AMR Rochester EMS First Responders Share Insights About Deadly Kodak Crash
2.13.2024
AMR paramedic Julie Purick and EMT Davin Eshelman were the first two medics on the scene of the fiery crash that killed three people on New Year's Eve.
American Medical Response Shares Heart Attack Warning Signs During Heart Month
2.12.2024
February is National Heart Month, and American Medical Response (AMR) is providing tips to help you know the risks and signs of a heart attack.
Washington Nurse Navigation Program Triages 911 Callers
1.31.2024
Snohomish County Washington has launched a Nurse Navigation Program that will help 911 callers get to the right level of care, which is often not an emergency room.
AMR Provides California Family with Special Gift on Christmas
1.23.2024
AMR's Home for the Holidays program allowed a hospice patient in Riverside to spend a day at home with his family.
Remembering Our AEL Crew
1.22.2024
The GMR family is heartbroken to report that three AEL crew members have perished in an accident that occurred on Saturday, January 20.
GrandView Aviation's Ruth wins Patriot Award
1.19.2024
GrandView Aviation Director of Maintenance recognized by Maryland’s Employer Support for the Guard and Reserve with “Patriot Award.”
Lifeguard EMS First Responders Honored in Texas
1.17.2024
The Brown County Commissioners Court recognized Rebecca Mendez and Boyd Hale, of Lifeguard EMS for their actions that saved the life of a motorist after a serious accident.
Santa Barbara County Approves Five-Year Contract with CALSTAR for Air Ambulance Services
1.11.2024
CALSTAR, also known as REACH Air Medical Services LLC, a subsidiary of GMR, has been providing air emergency services in Santa Barbara County in California since 2006.
Edmond, OK, Switches Ambulance Service to AMR
1.5.2024
The city is switching to AMR next week. Deputy Chief Chris Denton with the Edmond Fire Department said “We will see ambulances on scene much quicker.”
Colleagues Praise First Responders for Rescue Efforts in Kodak Center Crash
1.5.2024
AMR Rochester's Julie Purick and Davin Eshelman sustained injuries from gas and smoke inhalation while rendering aid to patients and trying to rescue a person at the crash sit...
AMR Extends Financial Support to Oregon Tech/OHSU Paramedic Students Entering Externships
1.4.2024
AMR will provide scholarships that will cover the entire tuition bill for the final Paramedic Field Externship Practicum, a 12-credit course scheduled to begin on June 1, 2024...
Patient Thanks Cheyenne, WY, AMR
1.3.2024
After being injured in a fall, Dee Melander thanked AMR and local fire and rescue for their response in her time of need.
Metro West Says Partnership with AMR Improved Ambulance Response Times
1.2.2024
The positive trend has led the company to consider putting even more resources into Washington County.
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American Medical Response Provides Family with Special Gift on Christmas
12.27.2023
AMR's Home for the Holidays program allowed 7-year-old, Lea Barrow of San Bernardino, California to spend Christmas with her family at home, instead of in a hospital room. ...
AMR to Continue Ambulance Services on Kauai
12.14.2023
The Hawaii State Department of Health says it was able to secure an extension of American Medical Response's contract through September 2024.
Meet Dolly: A Friend to First Responders in Knoxville, TN
12.13.2023
AMR is using a furry friend to help the wellbeing of their staff. Dolly is a golden doodle therapy dog who is easing stress and stealing hearts at the same time.
AMR To Begin Ambulance Service in Edmond, OK, in January 2024
12.13.2023
The Edmond Oklahoma City Council unanimously approved a contract with a AMR to provide ambulance service within the city limits beginning January 9 of next year.
Pueblo AMR in Colorado Adds Electric Ambulance to Fleet
12.12.2023
The cutting-edge electric technology ambulance represents a step toward a greener and more sustainable future for EMS.
Helping People in their Time of Need
12.11.2023
Being a REACH pilot is an enjoyable job for Meg Lam, who has been with REACH for six months as a helicopter pilot.
The Golden Hour
12.6.2023
A Texas man thanks an AeroCare crew, who, he says, aided him in just the right time.
AEL Brings Lifesaving Air Medical Services to Decatur, IL
12.6.2023
A helicopter air ambulance operated by Air Evac Lifeteam at the Decatur Airport is now providing air medevac services to any hospital within a 70-mile radius.
Brown County in Texas Votes to Renew Lifeguard Ambulance Service
12.5.2023
The renewal by Brown County Commissioners is contingent upon approval from the cities of Brownwood, Bangs and Early.
Baby Makes Three
12.4.2023
Fans cheer as a young mother goes into labor at a Cowboys-Patriots football game. Now the only question is: Who will the baby root for?
15 EMTs to Graduate from AMR’s Earn While You Learn
12.4.2023
Fifteen new EMTs are set to join AMR in Springfield as part of the Earn While You Learn program, which allows trainees to act as full-time employees while they complete their ...
American Medical Response St. Louis Earns Prestigious Accreditation
11.21.2023
The communications center in Missouri is now an accredited center of excellence.
AMR Awarded Knox County Ambulance Contract
11.21.2023
The Knox County Commission voted 7-4 in favor of awarding current EMS provider AMR with a new contract.
Right Place, Right Time
11.16.2023
Seeing a fire develop, Bill Weber stepped in to quickly assess the situation and render aid.
A Personal Dedication
11.16.2023
Injuries involving children are especially traumatic, but the care and expertise delivered by Rob Spencer helped save one child’s life.
GrandView Transplant Featured on Smithsonian Channel Docuseries “On The Fly: Adventures At Altitude”
11.16.2023
“It’s About Time” episode to air on the Smithsonian Channel Sunday, November 19 at 9/8c.
EMT's Quick Thinking Saves Lives
11.15.2023
A harrowing scene was no match for the heroism displayed by EMT Hiram Sanchez.
Being There
11.15.2023
An AEL flight nurse receives EMS honor for saving two lives in two separate accidents.
Can the U.S. Put an End to Surprise Ambulance Bills?
11.10.2023
As state and federal policymakers grapple with that question, Tradeoff's podcast delves into why finding a fair solution is harder than you’d think.
AMR EMT Serves Community Through EMS and Music
11.8.2023
Knox County, TN, EMT Aaron Carter is pursuing his dream to become a country music singer-songwriter, all while dedicating his daytime hours to saving lives with AMR.
Guardian Flight Streamlines Operations in Alaska with New In-State Communications Center
11.7.2023
The new communications center will serve as a hub for coordinating emergent and non-emergent transports for the nine air medical bases Guardian Flight operates in the state.
AMR Marks Third Year of DeKalb County 911 Nurse Navigation Program
11.7.2023
The program in Georgia has provided residents access to a wider variety of care options, successfully reducing non-critical burdens on local emergency rooms.
Fearless at the Festival
11.2.2023
An AMR paramedic heroically cares for patients at a mass shooting in Mississippi.
Buffalo Strong
11.1.2023
An AMR supervisor rises to the occasion following a 2022 mass shooting in New York.
Patient Thanks First Responders for Saving His Life
11.1.2023
Josh Fowler of Lubbock, Texas believes he's alive today because of the medical care he received by AeroCare.
AirMed International Celebrates Two Decades of Service
11.1.2023
Headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, AirMed International was founded in 2003 by Jeffrey Tolbert, who understood the need for international air ambulance services.
Knox County, TN, Awards New Contract to AMR
10.27.2023
Knox County, Tennessee, has awarded a new ambulance contract to American Medical Response.
Heroes in the Community, Pillars of Their Families
10.26.2023
An Owensboro, Kentucky AMR paramedic and her two brothers, who are also first responders, say their work is a "calling" and that they're proud to serve their community.
AEL Celebrates 25 Years of Service in Jackson, Tennessee
10.26.2023
Air Evac Lifeteam started in 1985 and this was the seventh aircraft in the company and the first one in Tennessee.
REACH Air Medical Services Now Serving Tulare County Region in California
10.26.2023
The local air ambulance, or Reach 82, in Porterville will have a flight medic, a flight nurse and a pilot.
California Bill Will Limit Wall Time to 30 Minutes
10.20.2023
The legislation requires hospitals to develop ambulance bed delay protocols by Sept. 1, 2024.
EMS Services in New York Continue to Push for New Legislation
10.20.2023
State EMS leaders want adoption of the "Direct Pay Bill," which requires health insurance plans to immediately reimburse EMS providers when transporting a patient out of netwo...
Air Evac Lifeteam Hosts AEL Access Challenge During Employee Appreciation Weekend
10.19.2023
The Access Challenge is aimed at creating an environment that fosters team bonding while simultaneously assessing continuing education needs for AEL crews.
Aurora 911 Nurse Navigation Program Saving Time and Money
10.10.2023
The program, implemented by GMR, works by routing dispatcher-triaged 911 callers with non-emergent injuries or illnesses to a Colorado State Licensed nurse for assessment.
Air Evac Lifeteam Base in Macon County is Ready to Serve
10.3.2023
The base, Air Evac's 13th in Illinois, features a Bell 206 aircraft and is staffed around the clock with an Air Evac pilot, flight nurse and flight paramedic.
NM Lawmakers Ask Congress to Limit VA’s Ability to Change Ambulance Rates
10.3.2023
Some New Mexico lawmakers are worried an upcoming Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) rule change could force local vets to foot more of their medical transportation bills.
Helicopter to Hospital Communications - The Cornerstone of Patient Care
10.3.2023
Every second counts in an emergency situation. Effective communications are linked to quicker response times and improved patient outcomes.
32 First Responders from GMR to Receive the EMS Industry’s Highest Honor
10.2.2023
The Stars of Life Honorees will be recognized by the American Ambulance Association in Washington D.C. in November
Access2Care Awarded Two Brandon Hall Group Awards
9.27.2023
Innovative new-hire training modules developed by Access2Care have been awarded two Brandon Hall Group Excellence Awards
Chairman Bost Leads Bill to Protect Veteran Access to Emergency Transportation
9.25.2023
House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Chairman Mike Bost (R-Ill.), released a statement after he introduced H.R. 5530, the VA Emergency Transportation Access Act.
Guardian Flight Base Manager Celebrates Career Milestone
9.21.2023
Guardian Flight Base Manager Dave Harju is celebrating nine years of dedicated service this September.
REACH Program Director Honored With Patriot Award
9.20.2023
REACH's Stacey Ingram has been recognized for providing exceptional support to members of the National Guard.
GMR Welcomes New Executive Director for the GMR Foundation for Research and Education
9.19.2023
Amy McKenney will oversee the executive functions of the Foundation.
In My Time of Need
9.19.2023
A Tennessee woman praises an AEL crew for helping her on one of her worst days ever.
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For the Sake of the Baby
9.18.2023
A California REACH crew’s clinical expertise prevents a tragic outcome for a breech baby.
Changes to 911 in Multnomah County
9.14.2023
The county in Oregon and AMR have changed how a 911 call is managed and who responds to each call based on its severity.
Patients Who Suffered Emergencies Say BCBSTN Won't Cover Air Ambulance Flights to the Hospital
9.14.2023
Customers of BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee said the company is refusing to cover an important medical service, leaving them with bills they have no way to pay.
AEL Washington County Named 2023 Best Medical Transport Company by Mississippi News Outlet
9.13.2023
The Delta Democrat-Times recognized AEL's contributions to Washington County.
Hawaii Officials Suspend Ambulance Contract Change as Support for AMR Grows
9.11.2023
Support is growing as the state moves to resolve the company's protests of the bidding process for ambulance services for Maui and Kauai counties.
Community Honors First Responder
9.11.2023
On Thursday, Aug. 7, the Lanai community came together to honor AMR EMT Tony Simpson who died in the Lahaina fire.
New Group of Firefighters, EMTs Begin Paramedic Training in Kentucky
9.8.2023
The Daviess County Fire Department, Owensboro Fire Department and AMR have started a new class of paramedics for an accelerated program through Owensboro Community & Technical...
AMR Appeals Contract to Switch EMS Services on Maui, Kauai
9.7.2023
American Medical Response says the move by Hawaii's Department of Health puts lives at risk.
Arizona Community College Partners with AMR to Expand EWYL Program
9.6.2023
Expansion will include a Paramedicine Employee Sponsorship and degree pathway opportunities across the Maricopa County Community College system.
EMTs Graduate from AMR Springfield, MA, Earn While You Learn Program
9.6.2023
Twenty-one EMTs graduated from the 10th EWYL class in Springfield.
Guardian Flight Manager Celebrates Career Milestone
9.6.2023
Base Manager Doug Frane is celebrating 11 years of dedicated service, this September, at Guardian Flight in East Grand Forks, Minnesota
AMR Sees Success with Mississippi EMT Academy
9.5.2023
The Harrison County School District is giving students an opportunity to be trained as an EMT free of charge.
DOH Continues Response to Maui Wildfires
9.1.2023
The Hawaii Department of Health’s Maui District continues its response to the Maui wildfires with local partners, including American Medical Response.
Update on GMR Hurricane Idalia Response
9.1.2023
As part of the AMR contract with FEMA, GMR deployed on Aug. 29, hundreds of EMS professionals and vehicles to help impacted communities in Florida.
Maricopa County College District Expands EWYL Program
8.31.2023
The Maricopa County Community College District has announced a partnership with American Medical Response to expand its Earn While You Learn program and establish a para-medic...
Hawaii Life Flight, AMR and U.S. Coast Guard Pilots Collaborate for Structured Aircraft and Flight Safety Training
8.29.2023
The training was aimed at patient loading and transport protocols with a special focus on bariatric and critical patients.
GMR Mobilizes First Responders, Ambulances, Paratransit Assets and Air Medical Aircrafts as Idalia Gains Strength
8.29.2023
As part of American Medical Response's FEMA contract, GMR is deploying ground, air and medical transportation assets to help Florida communities ahead of Idalia’s landfall.
AirMedCare Network Implements Grace Period for Maui Subscribers
8.28.2023
AMCN will be extending a 120-day grace period for active subscribers in Maui whose memberships are expiring within that time frame.
Why AMR wants to Limit California Taxes
8.28.2023
AMR wants to stop fire departments from charging paramedics for the fire engines that respond to medical calls alongside them — fees that can add more than $1,000 to a patient...
REACH Air Medical Services and Williams Fire Protection Authority Announce Public Safety Partnership
8.28.2023
The partnership brings a dedicated helicopter capable of critical care air medical services, aerial fire reconnaissance and firefighting to Colusa County.
New Air Ambulance in College Station, TX, Begins Service
8.25.2023
The new AirMed 12 helicopter is a state-of-the-art resource for St. Joseph Health in partnership with the Med-Trans.
New Arizona Law Extends Counseling for Those Helping People in Crisis
8.24.2023
The law will now allow 911 dispatchers in the state to get paid counseling after a traumatic event.
AMR Offers Back to School Driving Safety Tips
8.23.2023
It’s back to school time and American Medical Response wants to remind you to practice safe driving skills as students return to class.
Silent Heroes
8.16.2023
A Texas 911 dispatcher is praised for guiding a 14-year-old girl through a medical crisis.
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Hawaii’s Wildfires: Deadliest in U.S. in More than a Century
8.14.2023
Hawaii Gov. Josh Green said that the wildfires are the worst natural disaster in the history of the state. Crews are working on recovery. Recovery efforts could take days, wee...
AEL's Faith Ortega Named as One of AMT's "40 Under 40" Winners
8.10.2023
The award recognizes the best of the best in the world of aviation maintenance.
AMR Announces "EWYL" Program in Bridgeport, Connecticut
8.3.2023
The "Earn While You Learn" program pays people while they are training to become EMTs.
GMR Names New CFO, CAO
8.2.2023
Chief Financial Officer and Chief Administrative Officer Assume Roles Immediately
Rescue on a Rugged Rural Road
8.1.2023
An AMCN member. An AMCN sales manager. And the rescue that would bond them forever.
Students and Parents Learn CPR
7.31.2023
Bystanders’ knowledge of CPR can be the difference between life and death.
Two RMF Employees Recognized for Outstanding Achievements
7.31.2023
Congratulations to firefighters Alan Zeltvay and Reilly Knable on their dedication and service to their community.
Murray State College in Oklahoma Partners with Air Evac Lifeteam
7.27.2023
Starting this fall, Murray State College in Ardmore and Air Evac Lifeteam are teaming up to offer students more career options in the college's nursing program.
GMR Offers Heat Safety Tips
7.25.2023
There are several proactive steps you can take to stay healthy and beat the heat.
AMR South Mississippi Promotes CPR Safety with AED Donation
7.21.2023
AMR South Mississippi donates automatic external defibrillator (AED) to Harrison County youth court in effort to increase cardiac survival rates.
Donnie Wharton to be on LAFCO Advisory Committee
7.21.2023
Wharton, vice president of Global Medical Response, director of Business Development/EMS pilot at REACH Air Medical Services, will represent Brawley in the Imperial Local Agen...
Air Evac Opens New Air Medical Base in Pauls Valley
7.19.2023
The new base will provide service to Pauls Valley and surrounding communities.
Washington State Man Thanks Riverside, AMR Personnel for Saving His Life
7.13.2023
Scott Olson of Centralia hugged AMR and Riverside Fire Authority personnel for saving his life in April, after he suffered a serious medical emergency.
Orlando, FL, AMR Nationally Recognized for Its Commitment to Quality Heart Attack and Stroke Care
7.12.2023
The American Heart Association presents the Mission: Lifeline EMS silver achievement award for proven dedication to ensuring access to best practices and lifesaving care.
AMR Helps Connecticut Hospice Patient Get Final Wish to Visit Her Horse
7.11.2023
The patient's horse, Bella, was a cherished companion for 28 years.
AMR Las Vegas Changes 911 Call Protocols Due to Staffing Shortages
7.11.2023
American Medical Response and Medic West, which operate under Mercy Inc., will reserve paramedics for the most serious medical calls. .
New Rural Metro Fire Station Coming to Foothills Neighborhood in Yuma
7.11.2023
The expansion to the Arizona neighborhood will improve and increase access to care for the surrounding communities.
Lewisville, Texas Ceremony Honors 59 Fallen EMS First Responders
7.6.2023
The ceremony at Global Medical Response's headquarters was part of the National EMS Memorial Service (NEMSMS) and Weekend of Honor Moving Honors procession.
Guardian Flight Alaska Now Operating Medical Airplane in Kenai
7.3.2023
New operation provides lifesaving care to residents in emergency situations.
Lifeguard Ambulance Awarded Contract with Georgia Pacific in Mississippi
7.3.2023
Lifeguard Ambulance service will offer on-site medical services to Georgia Pacific (GP).
Two Things NASCAR's Medical Director is Watching for During the Chicago Street Race
6.29.2023
Dr. Ryan Stanton is the medical director for GMR Motorsports, including NASCAR, and leads the team response for an on-track response.
AMR Will Start Serving Emergency 911 Calls in Washington County in August
6.29.2023
The county’s Board of Commissioners approved a franchise agreement with AMR, which already provides mobile EMS for Multnomah and Clackamas Counties.
GMR Recognized with Partnership Award from Department of Homeland Security
6.28.2023
GMR's Office of Emergency Management Team was honored for its contributions to the Federal Emergency Management Agency National Emergency Contracts Team
Med-Trans Affiliate Partners to Provide Blood Products on Kansas, Missouri Air Ambulances
6.26.2023
The Community Blood Center of Greater Kansas City is partnering with HealthSTAR ONE to supply the air ambulances with blood, which can be used for blood therapy to help save t...
AMR Arlington Partners with Bonton Farms in Dallas to Help People Become EMTs
6.23.2023
The partnership includes an EMT training that will begin in August. Those who successfully complete the course will get a job with AMR.
Spanish-Speaking First Responders Among AMR New Haven's "EWYL" Program Graduates
6.20.2023
The Spanish-speaking EMTs are among the 19 recent graduates of AMR's "Earn While You Learn" program in New Haven, Connecticut.
Hawaii’s Struggle To Provide Health Care For Rural Islands
6.19.2023
For months the fragility of a vital air link endangered the health of people across rural Hawaii. The state is still trying to fix it.
Life Line Ambulance Awarded Grant To Assist With Education
6.19.2023
Life Line Ambulance has received a $25,000 grant that will go toward increasing paramedic training.
AMR Offers Advice for Hurricane Season
6.14.2023
American Medical Response reminds citizens to be prepared during hurricane season, which started on June 1, and runs through November.
DeKalb County Gains 17 New Paramedics
6.12.2023
DeKalb County leaders celebrated the graduation of 17 new paramedics thanks to their new paid-on-the-job training in partnership with American Medical Response.
Guardian Flight Opens New Air Medical Base in Grand Rapids, MN
6.9.2023
The new base will provide service to Itasca County and surrounding communities
Air Evac Lifeteam Opens New Air Medical Base in London, Kentucky
6.8.2023
The new base will provide service to London and surrounding communities.
AeroCare Opens New Air Medical Base in Parker, Arizona
6.5.2023
The new base will provide service to La Paz Regional Medical Center, the town of Parker and surrounding communities.
Mississippi Patient Thanks Lifeguard, Air Evac
6.1.2023
The patient thanked the first responders in Panola County by presenting each of them with a gift of appreciation.
The New AeroCare Base in Portales is Now in Service
6.1.2023
Located at Roosevelt General Hospital (RGH) in Portales, New Mexico, the base provides air medical transport services to Roosevelt County and the surrounding regions.
Evansville, Ind., AMR Supervisor Named Paramedic of the Year
5.30.2023
American Medical Response Supervisor James DiMarco has received the top recognition in Indiana.
Ribbon Cutting For New Med-Trans Affiliated Helicopter in North Carolina
5.26.2023
Bladen County, NC, Hospital held a ribbon cutting for its new LifeLink Air Helicopter. Med-Trans provides the helicopter, mechanic, pilot and flight certificate, while Cape Fe...
First Springfield, MA, EWYL Class Honored
5.26.2023
Springfield officials will join AMR to honor its first class of Earn While You Learn (EWYL) paramedics at the AMR Springfield headquarters. Congratulating to our 20 new parame...
EMS Providers Struggle with Lack of Reimbursement for Services
5.25.2023
Members of the Connecticut EMS Advisory Board are using EMS Week as an opportunity to ask lawmakers to help first responders get reimbursed for their services.
AeroCare Becomes Las Vegas’ Newest Air Medical Provider
5.25.2023
The Southwest Air Ambulance Brand is Bringing an Emergent and Non-Emergent Fixed-Wing to Las Vegas, Nevada.
REACH Air Medical Services Adds Blood Products to Elko Flights
5.25.2023
The air medical provider now has the capability to administer blood to trauma patients in Elko County in Nevada.
EMS Week Garners Media Coverage From Around the Country
5.25.2023
Media outlets across the country are recognizing the dedication of our skilled EMS professionals during this important week.
Flight Paramedics Highlight the Importance of Guardian Flight
5.24.2023
With both rotor- and fixed-wing aircraft across the state, Guardian Flight is uniquely positioned to provide lifesaving care to Michigan. But local first responders are key to...
Evansville Paramedic Supervisor Receives Award
5.22.2023
James DiMarco, with American Medical Response of Evansville, was given the Indiana EMS Association's Paramedic of the Year award.
Rural Metro Fire Debuts Wildfire Fighting Team in Knox Co., TN
5.19.2023
A new team and equipment that specializes in fighting wildfires were unveiled by Rural Metro Fire in Knox County, Tennessee.
Celebrating a Century of Care
5.19.2023
American Medical Response celebrates 100 years of providing care at a moment's notice in Seattle.
AMR Rochester Recognized as Regional EMS Agency of the Year for 2022
5.16.2023
AMR Rochester has been recognized by the Monroe-Livingston Regional EMS Awards for its contributions to the community in 2022. Congratulations to the entire team!
Graduates of Unique EMT Training Program Ready to Join AMR's First-Responder Team in Nashua, NH
5.15.2023
The second graduating class of AMRs Earn While You Learn Program in Nashua has completed their 12-week program and will join the ranks of AMRs skilled first responders.
Thinking Outside The Box
5.11.2023
A Guardian Flight crew in South Dakota takes on one of their most intricate missions yet.
Rural Metro Fire Introduces Community Connect Program in San Tan Valley, AZ
5.9.2023
The program will provide RMF with valuable information about the communities it serves, allowing the company to tailor services, improve response times and foster a culture of...
New York AMR Crews Participating in Telehealth Pilot Program
5.8.2023
Syracuse providers also can transport patients to urgent care centers to ease overcrowding at hospital emergency departments.
American Medical Response Welcomes New EMS Medical Director for South Mississippi
5.3.2023
Dr. Mark Stavros is the new emergency medical services and transport medical director for AMR South Mississippi.
AMR Accepting Applications for Award-Winning EWYL Program in Tuscon, Arizona
5.2.2023
AMR's "Earn While You Learn" program a cost-free way to begin a rewarding career in EMS.
CrowdRx Named 2023 Golden Eagle Award Recipient
5.2.2023
The award recognizes excellence in system integration, engineering and construction related to maintaining the safety and security of spectators, property or infrastructure.
Troup County Fire Department and EMS in Georgia Celebrate Graduates of AMR's EWYL Program
5.1.2023
The "Earn While You Learn" program pays students as they train to become EMTs.
Guardian Flight Alaska Celebrates Passage of House Bill 78
4.27.2023
HB 78 proclaims September 10 as Health Aide Appreciation Day!
United in Safety: INDYCAR, NASCAR, IMSA Teams Train at IMS
4.27.2023
Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS) hosted an unprecedented event April 22-23 as INDYCAR, IMSA and NASCAR officials joined for the first time for two days of training with AMR.
REACH Air Medical Services Opens New Air Medical Base in Porterville
4.24.2023
The new base will provide service to Porterville and surrounding communities.
A Fighting Chance
4.21.2023
A Michigan mother says a Guardian Flight crew’s compassion helped save her son’s life.
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The Largest Nurse Navigation System in the Country Celebrates Five Years in Washington, D.C.
4.19.2023
Implemented in 2018, the Right Care, Right Now nurse triage line remains the largest such program in the country.
Air Medical Providers File Lawsuit Against Cigna Health and Life Insurance Company
4.17.2023
Cigna violated federal law by failing to pay awards issued under Federal No Surprises Act.
Paramedics Graduate from Earn While You Learn Program
4.17.2023
GMR welcomed 12 new community paramedics in Tennessee. Paramedics also receive training in areas such as primary care, public health, disease management and mental health.
Rural Metro Fire Celebrates Employees and Retiring Chief at Awards Ceremony
4.14.2023
The event honored retiring Chief Phil Turnbull and swore-in new Chief Steve Nelson.
A Remarkable Woman
4.13.2023
Paramedic Lisa LaRusso was a finalist for the Remarkable Woman Award in Los Angeles. On top of her tough but rewarding EMS career, she volunteered for multiple FEMA deployment...
AMR Services Raise Funds for Capper's Autism Programs
4.13.2023
AMR Topeka in Kansas helped raise awareness of autism by supporting the Capper Foundation through a fundraiser. April is Autism Acceptance Month.
AMR, MedicWest RN Retires After Nearly Five Decades in EMS
4.12.2023
EMS pioneer Linda "Matt" Netski is retiring after a nearly 50-year career in the Las Vegas area.
GMR and Covenant Health Announce First Graduates of Community Paramedic Program
4.12.2023
The "Earn While You Learn" Academy prepares community paramedics to staff Covenant Health’s Advanced Care at Home Program.
Dispatchers Celebrated During National Public Safety Telecommunications Week
4.12.2023
The people who answer our 911 calls are operators, first responders and so much more. This week is a chance to recognize them.
Responding to Your Own
4.11.2023
A Guardian Flight nurse faces the toughest experience of her career: treating her father.
Creating and Supporting Resilient Responders
4.6.2023
GMR's Ed Racht and Rhonda Kelly talk wellness in this live episode of Inside EMS.
Lawmakers in Hawaii Work to Improve Emergency Services in Underserved Areas
4.4.2023
State leaders are pushing for better, more air ambulances and access to emergency services on the island of Molokai and other rural areas.
A Proposed Bill in Texas Could Help Save the Lives of Roadside First Responders
4.4.2023
Motorists in the Lone Star State could face a hefty fine if they don't slow down on the roads if bill 898 is passed.
Guardian Flight Alaska Announces Plans to Expand Base on Kenai Peninsula
4.3.2023
New fixed-wing aircraft will expand access to lifesaving care to residents in emergency situations.
Morongo Tribal Ground and Air Ambulances Take Flight to Strengthen Regional Public Safety
3.31.2023
Tribe’s historic partnership with AMR and REACH will save lives in the San Gorgonio Pass and beyond by providing new emergency medical transport services.
AeroCare Medical Director Celebrates 30-Year Work Anniversary
3.31.2023
Dr. Craig Rhyne is celebrating three decades of service with the Texas and New Mexico based provider.
A Reservoir of Experience and Wisdom
3.31.2023
Meet Phil Kolkow, GMR’s most senior air medical crew member who’s still going strong!
Regional Paramedics Lead the Way in Using an Old Drug That Offers New Hope
3.30.2023
On April 1, paramedics in Monterey, Santa Cruz and San Benito counties in California can administer buprenorphine to patients suffering from drug withdrawal.
McAlester Regional Air Care Expands Emergency Air Ambulance Access
3.29.2023
McAlester Regional Air Care opens new operations in Eufaula, OK.
Patient Receives First In-flight Antivenom Treatment in Arizona
3.27.2023
The Arizona patient received antivenom treatment while enroute to the hospital aboard BannerAir.
Rural Metro Fire Selects Steve Nelson as Fire Chief
3.27.2023
Assistant Chief Steve Nelson will be promoted to Fire Chief in Josephine County.
Rural Metro Fire Celebrates the Career of Chief Phil Turnbull
3.21.2023
Chief Phil Turnbull will retire after a momentous 50-year career.
Air Evac Lifeteam opens new emergency Air Ambulance Base in Georgia
3.21.2023
Air Evac Lifeteam has announced that its newest air medical transport base in Laurens County, GA, is now in service.
Global Medical Response Appoints Nick Loporcaro as President and Chief Executive Officer
3.20.2023
Loporcaro, the former CEO of Landmark Health, brings an outstanding track record of leading mission-critical and innovative healthcare companies to the market leader in mobile...
A Split-Second Decision
3.17.2023
A cardiac arrest patient in Kentucky says an AEL crew’s “quick thinking” saved his life.
EMT Students Graduate from Richland and Abbot's New Program
3.9.2023
Students from the "Earn While You Learn" program graduated in Decatur, Illinois, on March 8. AMR's award-winning program pays students while they train as EMTs.
International Women's Day: Celebrating Women in EMS
3.9.2023
It's one of the hardest jobs in the world that's often described as a male-dominated field. Now, meet the women who are boldly challenging that notion.
Lifeguard Ambulance Service Extends Contract with Panola County
3.3.2023
Lifeguard Ambulance Service Panola will continue to provide emergency medical services for Panola County, Mississippi through September 2026.
When the “Calling” Transcends Borders
3.2.2023
A New York AMR paramedic uses his skills to help the wounded in disaster-stricken nations.
Colorado Springs AMR First Responders Speak on Snowy Pikes Peak Rescue
2.21.2023
The Colorado AMR operation responded to a patient on a stretch of highway that was closed to the public due to dangerous weather conditions.
You've Got a Friend
2.20.2023
“Off duty” is not a concept that first responders embrace. 30-year Paramedic Alexander Wasa demonstrated the truth of this mindset when he saved the life of a fellow diner at ...
Effingham County Chamber Welcomes New Member, Air Evac Lifeteam
2.16.2023
The Air Evac Lifeteam base in the Illinois county was welcomed by the chamber with a special plaque honoring their induction.
Rural Metro Fire Implements New Equipment for Mountain Rescues
2.14.2023
Firefighters learned how to use a wheeled litter system on a trail on House Mountain, which has the highest elevation in Knox County in Tennessee.
REACH Air Medical Services Shasta County Operations Now Carrying Blood on Every Flight
2.13.2023
Air medical provider partners with Shasta Regional Medical Center to provide blood to trauma patients.
Envoy America Partners with Access2Care to Expand Access to Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles in Houston, Texas
2.13.2023
The new partnership and $800,000 investment will ensure Medicaid members can access life-sustaining medical treatments.
GrandView Transplant Announced to Provide Organ Transplant Aviation Transportation
2.9.2023
Brock Miller will help guide GrandView Transplant into new phase.
REACH Air Medical Services Reminds You to Be Mindful of Cold Weather Dangers
2.9.2023
The air company offers important suggestions for avoiding, recognizing and treating two deadly cold-related illnesses: hypothermia and frostbite.
Bill Filed Aims to Help Ease Health Care Worker Shortage in Kentucky
2.9.2023
If passed, House Bill 200 would establish the Kentucky Healthcare Workforce Investment Fund, a public-private partnership.
Rural Metro Fire Releases App to Help Customers Quickly Contact Fire Department
2.7.2023
The "Rural Metro Fire — Knox Co. TN" app is available on both iPhone and Android.
Puzzle Pieces, AMR Partner for Autism Training
2.7.2023
AMR Owensboro, Kentucky is better preparing its EMS professionals for interactions with people with autism through training courses with Puzzle Pieces.
Lifeguard Ambulance Service to Launch Innovative Program in Conjunction with Santa Rosa Public Safety
2.7.2023
Beginning Feb. 14, Santa Rosa County residents in Florida calling 911 may receive options for intervention through the Nurse Navigation program.
Milton Man Thanks Paramedics Who Saved his Life
2.6.2023
Richard McCool meets and thanks first responders who helped save his life when he suffered cardiac arrest at a local gym.
75 Years of Service, Rural Metro Fire Celebrates Major Milestone
2.2.2023
The fire service was founded in 1948 by Lou Witzeman, after he watched a neighbor’s home in Scottsdale, Arizona burn down with no response from the local fire department.
California City Launches Nurse Navigation Program
2.1.2023
The city of El Cajon, Calif., has launched a pilot program that aims to decrease the number of unnecessary ambulance calls and emergency room visits, while reducing costs.
Lending an Ear, Saving a Life
1.31.2023
Washington state EMTs stop a potential suicide on their lunch break just by listening.
Minnesota Man Meets Sanford AirMed Crew That Saved His Life
1.26.2023
Mitch Amundson almost died after he was accidentally shot by his friend while the pair were hunting near Jamestown, North Dakota in late November.
Reduced Workforce Leaves EMS Agencies in Louisiana Strapped
1.24.2023
The unprecedented shortage led to New Orleans EMS not having an ambulance available for a pregnant woman’s call.
REACH Reminds OFV Enthusiasts to Play It Safe This Season
1.19.2023
REACH Air Medical Services (REACH) offer safety tips for Off-Highway Vehicle fans who ride in places like the Imperial Sand Dunes and Ocotillo Wells recreation areas.
Guardian Flight Alaska Adds Heated, Humidified Oxygen Capabilities to All Aircraft
1.18.2023
The new high-flow oxygen capabilities will greatly benefit patients with respiratory illnesses, critical during the busy flu season and beyond.
El Cajon, Calif. Launches Nurse Navigation Program
1.18.2023
AMR is helping the City of El Cajon residents get the right care, at the right place at the right time when they call 911.
Family, Friends Honor Fallen Hawaii Flight Nurse
1.17.2023
Loved ones of Courtney Parry remembered her loving and energetic personality at a Celebration of Life event at Kamaole Beach Park III.
Winter Driving Tips
1.16.2023
Studies show that auto accidents increase by 12 percent during January and February.
McLennan County, Texas, Partners with AMR on Innovative Emergency Healthcare Solution
1.13.2023
Beginning Jan. 13, 2023, residents calling 911 may make a new connection with the Nurse Navigation program, an innovative healthcare solution.
No Safe Experience Campaign Kicks Off
1.13.2023
AMR's Chris Stawasz shared one teens story as Gov. Chris Sununu unveiled his plan to use $500,000 in federal grants for the program.
Honoring a Veteran’s Last Wishes
1.12.2023
GMR Honor Guard pays tribute to Senior Chief Petty Officer Donald C. Davis Jr.
Telemedicine Gets a Doctor’s Eyes in the Ambulance in S.D.
1.11.2023
South Dakota’s new Telemedicine in Motion program mitigates a shortage of experienced paramedics by connecting a doctor or nurse via video and audio to the paramedic.
AMR Patient Gets to Spend Time at Home on Christmas
1.6.2023
Through AMR's Home for the Holidays program, 9-year-old Edgar, a quadriplegic who is ventilator dependent, got to spend Christmas with his family in California.
Knox County EMT Staff Returns to Pre-Pandemic Levels
1.6.2023
The Knoxville, Tennessee AMR team says operations are getting back to normal after seeing its staffing level decrease to the 65% range during the pandemic.
NTSB Releases Preliminary Findings on Fatal Maui Hawaii Life Flight Crash
1.6.2023
The government agency is releasing new information about the final moments of a Hawaii Life Flight aircraft before it went down.
Pilot Identified in December Life Flight Plane Crash Off Maui
1.5.2023
The pilot was among the crew of the air ambulance that went down on Dec. 15, 2022.
EMTs Encourage People to Get CPR Certified
1.5.2023
In an emergency, knowing how to perform CPR could be the difference between life and death for someone.
Hawaii Life Flight to Announce Return to Service
1.5.2023
After a pause in service to perform precautionary maintenance checks and to focus on the mental well-being of its crew, the company is returning to service this week.
AeroCare Announces Plans to Open Base in Portales, New Mexico
1.5.2023
The new operation will be located at Roosevelt General Hospital and provide lifesaving care to residents in emergency situations.
The Layover
12.28.2022
A GMR nurse saves a passenger’s life at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
AMR Brings Dekalb County, GA, Senior "Home for the Holidays"
12.27.2022
Home for the Holidays is a way for AMR teams to connect with the communities they serve, bringing loved ones together at this special time of the year.
New EMT Graduates Take Advantage of "Earn While You Learn" Program
12.22.2022
The graduates in Troup County in Georgia earned their EMT certifications through AMR's award-winning EWYL Program, which pays trainees while they learn EMT skills.
How to Stay Warm When the Power is Out
12.22.2022
As severe cold weather conditions hit many parts of the nation, it's important to know how to keep your house warm in the event of a power outage.
Play it Safe This Holiday Season
12.22.2022
More than 3 billion toys and games are sold in the U.S every year. While most are harmless, some can be dangerous if handled by children who are too young to play with them.
AMR Reminds You to Be Mindful of Cold Weather Dangers
12.21.2022
America’s leading provider of medical transportation offers lifesaving suggestions for avoiding, recognizing and treating hypothermia and frostbite.
Teamwork, Training Led to Swift Response on Troubled Hawaii Flight
12.20.2022
When Hawaiian Airlines Flight 35 landed with injured passengers and flight crew members, EMS from AMR Hawaii and others were ready at the scene to help.
Coast Guard Suspends Search
12.19.2022
The Coast Guard has announced that they are suspending the active search for the crew of the Hawaii Life Flight that went missing off Maui.
Hawaii Life Flight Brings in Additional Resources to Resume Emergency Air Operations
12.17.2022
Governor Green signs emergency proclamation to ensure Hawaiian communities and patients have necessary medical transport services.
Pin Pals
12.14.2022
A Florida EMT saves a patient who suffered cardiac arrest during a bowling match.
Toy Story
12.13.2022
Colorado operations share holiday joy by handing out free toys to children in need.
Coming Full Circle
12.13.2022
An AEL flight nurse completes first patient flight a year after her own medical transport.
Air Link Crew, New Bell Helicopter Featured at Air Medical Transport Conference
12.8.2022
Regional West Medical Center’s Air Link crew and new Bell 407GXi helicopter were recently featured at the Air Medical Transport Conference (AMTC) in Tampa, Florida.
48 Hours After the Storm
12.6.2022
Neonatal teams from California help evacuate NICUs impacted by Hurricane Ian in Florida.
Mayor of Buffalo and AMR Celebrate New EMTs of EWYL Program
12.1.2022
Mayor Byron Brown attended the graduation of 13 new EMTs of AMR’s award-winning “Earn While You Learn” Program, which also included a formal class on diversity, equity and inc...
Reach and Sonoma County Fire District Partner
11.28.2022
The fire district is using Sonoma County 1, a Reach Air Medical Services aircraft, as part of the partnership.
Aurora 911 Launches Nurse Navigation Program
11.23.2022
The new service in the Colorado suburb will help callers experiencing lesser-than-emergency medical issues save time, money and get the care they need sooner.
Students Gifted Immersive Learning Session
11.21.2022
The students had no idea they were awaiting a special visit from the Muskogee AEL helicopter.
Rural Metro Mourns and Remembers Fallen Firefighter
11.19.2022
The fallen firefighter, Tyler Lee, served four years at Rural Metro.
GMR- Connecting Teams for Disaster Response
11.17.2022
When you're the federal government's largest EMS contractor, you need technology that connects large numbers of people across the country at a moment's notice. Watch the video...
REACH Partners With Mike O'Callaghan Military Medical Center in Nevada
11.15.2022
The partnership gives REACH exclusive transfer rights for patients flown from William Bee Ririe Hospital in Ely, Nevada to the military medical center at Nellis Air Force Base...
Lead Neurologist with AMR says King-Devick Test in Measuring Long COVID Is Effective
11.15.2022
The concussion test, in association with the Mayo Clinic, would be the first product to aid in detecting Long COVID.
Global Medical Response Announces Leadership Transition
11.14.2022
Randy Owen to Step Down as President and CEO; Board to Launch Comprehensive Search for a Permanent Successor and Establish Interim Office of the Chief Executive
Strength in Unity
11.9.2022
The power of teamwork. A Texas AMR crew take on a glass leak at a manufacturing plant.
Air Evac Lifeteam Pilot Honored as Pilot of the Year by National EMS Pilots Association
11.8.2022
Pilot Richard Wyckoff, based out of Licking County, Ohio, was nominated for the award by his coworkers for his dedication and spirit of excellence in his service.
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We Learned First-Hand The Need to Save Our Hospitals
11.8.2022
A resident of Lee County in Iowa shares personal story and encourages neighbors to have Air Evac Lifeteam coverage.
AMR Earns Prestigious CAAS Accreditation in Wyoming
11.7.2022
An independent review validates that AMR Cheyenne adheres to the highest standards in the industry.
New Nurse Navigation Program in Aurora, CO
11.4.2022
The city partnered with GMR to launch the service, which is designed to quickly determine the best level of care for 911 callers.
Critical Resources, Critical Care
11.4.2022
REACH partnered with an Imperial County, California hospital to ensure cardiac patients with Intra-Aortic Balloon Pumps can be transported safely.
With Snow in the Forecast, REACH Air Medical Services Offers Safety Advice to Ely Residents
11.2.2022
With a winter weather advisory for White Pine County through Thursday morning and forecasters predicting 3-8 inches of snow. REACH Air Medical Services (REACH) reminds reside...
Request a Medical Aircraft by the Touch of a Button; Guardian Flight Launches Innovative New Service in Alaska
11.2.2022
The RapidCall Voice Activation Button allows healthcare providers to initiate flight requests with the touch of a button.
American Corporate Air Inks Hangar Deal with AirMed International
11.1.2022
By committing to the new facility, AirMed will nearly double its footprint at San Antonia International Airport to facilitate expanded flight operations.
AMR Hires 30 More "Earn While You Learn" EMTs in NH
11.1.2022
Through AMR's award-winning program, select residents will train for 12 weeks as full-time EMTs, and have their test-taking fees paid for as well.
Rural Metro Graduate New Class of 32 Recruits in Knoxville, TN
10.28.2022
The graduating class spans three years. The graduation was for 2020, 2021 and 2022 graduates of the academy.
A Miracle for Maverick
10.28.2022
AEL carries out its first Bubble CPAP medical transport, helping save an infant’s life.
Guardian Flight Awarded CAMTS Accreditation in Wyoming
10.27.2022
CAMTS accreditation is the highest standard that can be achieved in the air medical industry.
Lifeguard Ambulance Opens Base in Blount County, Alabama
10.27.2022
Lifeguard’s primary Blount County operation will be in Oneonta, with substations in Cleveland and Hayden.
AMR Expands EWYL Program in New Hampshire to Fill Staffing Positions
10.27.2022
The training in Manchester will look like a full 40-hours-per-week job and will come with a paycheck.
AMR to Halt Some Rides in Southern Calif. Due to Low Medicaid Rates
10.27.2022
AMR is ending non-emergency transportation for 12 hospitals in Los Angeles and Orange counties, citing low state reimbursement rates.
REACH in Imperial County Now Carrying Blood on Every Flight
10.27.2022
The air medical provider partners with Imperial County hospital system in California to provide blood to trauma patients.
Service Runs in the Family
10.26.2022
A father and son deploy to help the hard-hit communities of southwest Florida.
SIUE Students Experience Flight Nursing With Visit From Air Evac Lifeteam
10.26.2022
Nursing students at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville welcomed the Air Evac Lifeteam from Maryville to campus on Thursday, Oct. 13, getting a firsthand look into the c...
Sonoma County Fire District Adds REACH Multi-Role Helicopter for Fire and Medevac Services
10.25.2022
The Airbus H135 helicopter, known as Sonoma County 1, launched in October.
The Desire to Care
10.24.2022
A team of first responders on Ian deployment go out of way to help in a helicopter crash.
In Manchester And Nashua, Fentanyl Death Toll Keeps Rising
10.24.2022
According to data released American Medical Response, there were 77 suspected opioid overdoses in both New Hampshire cities in September.
First Responders Hike 2.5 Miles to Rescue Man with Broken Leg Near Rocks of Sharon
10.24.2022
The 26-year-old man suffered a lower-leg injury southeast of Spokane, Washington
Sonoma County Dispatchers Stayed on The Line to Help Others, Even Though Their Own Homes Were in Peril
10.21.2022
The EMS professionals remained calm when a series of fires roared west across Sonoma County in California in early October.
Blount EMS Goes Where "Nobody's Gone Before," Earns Recognition Nationwide
10.21.2022
Blount County in Tennessee is receiving positive responses over the newly implemented clinical performance-based contract with American Medical Response.
West Virginia Governor Visits Air Ambulance Base Opening in Mount Nebo
10.20.2022
Governor Jim Justice attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony at the new Air Evac Lifeteam base, which provides a hangar and working space for the Bell 206 aircraft and its crew.
American Corporate Airport Partners Inks Hangar Deal with AirMed at San Antonio, Approaching 100% Campus Occupancy
10.14.2022
By committing to the new facility, AirMed will nearly double its footprint at San Antonio International Airport to facilitate expanded flight operations.
RMF Firefighter, On-Scene Interpreter Making a Difference One Call at a Time
10.13.2022
Daniel Guerrero recently accompanied his fellow firefighters in Knox County, Tennessee to a call where the victims spoke no English. Only Spanish.
Answering a Mother’s Plea for Help
10.12.2022
Two EMS professionals get an unexpected medical request while assigned on Ian deployment.
AirMed International Awarded EURAMI Accreditation
10.11.2022
The accreditation is granted to companies that comply with the non-profit organization’s standards for air medical and commercial airline medical escort services.
New COVID-19 Variant Causing Concern As Cases Continue to Spread
10.11.2022
With cold and flu season beginning, a new COVID-19 strain popping up in California could be making its way across the nation.
Grace Under Pressure
10.10.2022
Bad weather and a young gunshot victim. How 2022 Star of Life Lance Blythe saved the day.
Rural Metro Fire Mourns Death of Longtime Firefighter
10.10.2022
Engineer Andre “Dre” Haymore of Tuscon, Arizona had joined the department in 1999 and had celebrated 23 years with them last April.
A Bright Spot During a Dark Time
10.6.2022
Disaster deployments can be challenging but sometimes one call makes all the difference.
AEL Responds to AMR Request for EMS Deployment
10.6.2022
Air Evac Lifeteam sent team members from its base in Dublin, Georgia to assist those affected in Florida by Hurricane Ian.
"Tomorrow Wall" Honors Survivors, First Responders
10.6.2022
AMR in Grand Rapids, Michigan unveiled its “Tomorrow Wall,” a tribute to the cardiac arrest patients who were revived by paramedics and EMTs.
ACAP Inks Hangar Deal with AirMed at San Antonio, Approaching 100% Campus Occupancy
10.4.2022
American Corporate Airport Partners reached an agreement with AirMed International on a multi-year lease for a new 12,100 sf hangar.
Protecting a President
10.3.2022
A world leader, Secret Service and one unforgettable day for two Florida first responders.
Longmont Starts Nurse Navigation System to Enhance Medical Help
10.3.2022
The Nurse Navigation Program is provided through American Medical Response and began September 27 in the Colorado city.
Air Link Announces The Arrival of The New Bell 407GXi Helicopter
9.30.2022
Air Link's Bell 407GXi is maintained and operated by Med-Trans Corporation and is the fourth generation and newest version of the widely-used helicopter.
AMR Provides Update on EMS Response to Ian on Fox & Friends
9.30.2022
Chris Stawasz, Public Information Officer with AMR, says first responders across the U.S. are doing everything they can to help suffering communities in Florida.
Hurricane Ian Response
9.30.2022
Global Medical Response (GMR) is deploying EMS teams and medical assets for patient evacuations in Florida.
Streator Reaches Tentative Agreement with Reading to Provide Emergency Ambulance Service
9.29.2022
The ambulance service is scheduled to begin Saturday, October 1.
Rural Metro Fire Responds to AMR Request for EMS Deployment
9.28.2022
Rural Metro Fire has sent four team members from its Knox County and specialty fire operations to assist those affected by Hurricane Ian.
Tennessee Emergency Management Agency Sends Teams to Florida in Response to Hurricane Ian
9.28.2022
The Tennessee Emergency Management Agency (TEMA) team includes 37 ambulance strike teams who will deploy to Florida for 14 days.
Hurricane Ian Response: FEMA Using Orange County Convention Center for Emergency Operations
9.28.2022
FEMA's working with AMR, which is coordinating 300 different ambulances from all over the country to help in emergency aid during Hurricane Ian.
How to Build a Strong Crisis Communications Culture
9.28.2022
Donna Itzoe, Senior Vice President of Communications and Marketing at GMR, explains two key ways organizations can better prepare for a crisis.
AMR Discusses Improvements at LaGrange City Council
9.28.2022
Members of the city council in Georgia met with AMR officials to talk about ways the EMS service could better communicate with fire, police and local hospitals.
Patient Evacuations Begin as GMR Mobilizes Additional Teams and Assets
9.27.2022
GMR is now sending helicopters and flight crews in advance of Hurricane Ian. GMR activated its National Command Center in the Dallas area Friday night.
Neonatal Ambulance Hits Ground in Honduras
9.26.2022
The ambulance is equipped with lifesaving medical equipment and is designed to travel both the roads and the terrain of Honduras. Created through a collaboration between Roche...
GMR Mobilizes as Tropical Storm Ian Gains Strength
9.24.2022
GMR has activated its National Command Center in the Dallas area. As part of AMR's FEMA contract, GMR is deploying emergency medical teams and ground medical transportatio...
AMR Closure: A Bellwether of Things to Come?
9.22.2022
GMR’s Brian Henricksen joins Rob Lawrence, host of EMS One-Stop podcast, for a frank discussion on operational deficits.
Boulder Debuts Program to Divert 911 Calls from ER
9.21.2022
The Nurse Navigation Program will soon expand to Longmont and Aurora, Colorado.
NH's Two Largest Cities Averaging 80-90 Overdoses Per Month, Data Shows
9.19.2022
According to AMR, there were 84 suspected opioid overdoses in Nashua and Manchester in August, bringing the total for this year to 624.
Guardian Flight Alaska Launches Innovative Online Ordering Solution for Air Medical Transports
9.19.2022
Healthcare providers at select facilities can now request air medical transports with the click of a button.
Blount EMS to be Replaced After 27 Years of Service
9.16.2022
Lifeguard, a member of the GMR family of solutions, will take over the service in Blount County in Alabama on September 30.
15 New EMTs Graduate Through AMR's EWYL Program
9.15.2022
The mayor of Springfield, Massachusetts attended the graduation of the new EMTs of the award-winning Earn While You Learn Program.
Cost Issues Lead AMR to Shut Down Non-Emergency Ambulance Division in LA County
9.13.2022
The closure will take place over the next 180 days. AMR will redirect these non-emergency resources to support core emergency operations.
That Day at The Lake
9.12.2022
2022 Star of life Micheline Allaire Clement never thought she’d save a relative’s life.
Hometown Heroes: A Boy and His Heroes
9.12.2022
Toddler Mason Pearson of Sutter Creek, California got the chance of a lifetime to meet the REACH/CALSTAR air medical crew and staff who saved his life.
GMR Hosts First Responders and Two Medal of Honor Recipients at Dallas Cowboys First Responder Games
9.9.2022
The September 11 First Responder Game will take place at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
Trailblazer
9.9.2022
With a patent pending, 2022 Star of Life Michael Gibson keeps exploring EMS innovation.
The Right Place at The Right Time
9.9.2022
2022 Star of Life Kyle Brule was on his way home when he saved a patient burning in a car.
Nation Prepares to Mark 21st Anniversary of 9/11
9.8.2022
Planning is underway for memorial services, volunteer events and other ceremonies to remember the loss and heroism experienced more than two decades ago.
Dekalb County's Nurse Navigation Program Works to Redirect Non-Emergency 911 Calls
9.8.2022
Dispatchers in the Georgia county transfer calls to registered nurses on a line operated out of Texas, if they think the call isn't an actual emergency.
AirMed International Awarded CAMTS Accreditation
9.8.2022
CAMTS accreditation is the highest standard that can be achieved in the air medical industry.
Calm and Composed
9.7.2022
2022 Star of Life Eric Bradshaw says staying focused helped him save a patient’s leg.
Face-to-Face with Danger
9.7.2022
2022 Star of Life James Burns isn’t afraid to confront a crisis if it means saving a life.
Need for Narcan Increasing as Drug Overdoses Become More Frequent in Mississippi
9.1.2022
AMR Chief Charles Wise says last year, AMR and agencies on the Coast responded to over 882 requests for potential overdoses.
How AMR Increases The EMT Pool
9.1.2022
The Earn While You Learn (EWYL) Program began in 2018 at the Buffalo, New York site of American Medical Response, a Global Medical Response company.
Three Structures Destroyed in Rum Creek Fire in Oregon
8.31.2022
Rural Metro Fire of Josephine County says a residence in the hills above Almeda County Park was also completely ruined by the wildfire.
FireWatch: Scenes From a Day and Night at The Rum Creek Fire
8.29.2022
The fire in Josephine County in Oregon has been declared as a statewide emergency by Governor Kate Brown.
Helicopters Aid EMS, Provide Benefit for Injured
8.29.2022
Air Evac Lifeteam in Breckinridge County in Kentucky provided assistance to a wreck on a highway, in which a passenger needed air medical transport.
14 Local First Responders Are Headed to Paramedic School as Part of Award-Winning EWYL Program
8.29.2022
The first responders from Life Line Ambulance will eventually serve communities in northern Arizona.
Pioneers Memorial Hospital and Reach Air Effort First Heart Attack-Saving Procedure Using Balloon Pump
8.19.2022
The first-of-its-kind transport happened August 9 from PMHD in Brawley, California.
First Responders Gathering to Honor Kandace Kritz's Life, Service
8.18.2022
Kritz, often referred to as an invisible guardian over her central South Dakota community, passed away Aug. 11 due to COVID-19 complications.
EMS Facing Staffing Shortages in Knox County; Non-Emergency Calls Add to Problem With Delays
8.16.2022
First responders in Knox County, Tennessee are struggling to deal with the volume of 911 calls with current staffing.
Decatur Picks New Ambulance Service
8.16.2022
Abbott EMS will provide the city with six Advanced Life Support (ALS) units and two Quick Response Vehicles (QRV) units
Decatur, Macon County Announce New Ambulance Service
8.15.2022
Abbott EMS/GMR was chosen, in part, due to its national recognition and level of experience.
A Time For Heroes: The Global Medical Response Story
8.15.2022
Julian Aldridge, founder of Enact, shares GMR's "Challenger" story on how it is revolutionizing the delivery of healthcare to America.
Lifeguard EMS Observes South Carolina Overdose Awareness Day, Receives Proclamation from Governor
8.11.2022
Governor Henry McMaster’s proclamation of Aug. 31 as statewide overdose awareness day aims to recognize and stop overdose deaths.
Air Evac's No Cost Services to Logan County's Residents Continue
8.10.2022
The Logan County Commission in West Virginia reapproved its yearly municipal site plan agreement with the AirMedCare Network, which provides the AEL service.
GrandView Aviation Partners with Corporate Angel Network to Provide Free Flights to Cancer Patients; Flies First Patient
8.9.2022
As GrandView's fleet grows, opportunities to provide free flights to cancer patients will accelerate.
AMR Reveals Electric Ambulance at Old Spanish Days
8.9.2022
AMR Santa Barbara County in California now has one of only five state-of-the-art electric ambulances in the country.
67 EMS Professionals to Be Honored as Stars of Life for Life-Saving Efforts at State Capitol
8.8.2022
The EMS professionals from across California will be honored in Sacramento on August 10, 2022.
GMR Forms Partnership with Carbyne to Deploy APEX Cloud Native Contact Centers Starting with Five Sites Across U.S
8.8.2022
The 911 technology will enable communications centers to receive and share live videos, images, and locations from callers.
After Rocky Start, Waco-Area Officials Praise AMR with Contract Talks Gearing Up
8.8.2022
Negotiations are getting started for American Medical Response to extend its contract with McLennan County and seven area cities in Texas
AMR Offers Safety, Back to School Tips to Yellowstone County Parents
8.8.2022
American Medical Response in Billings, Montana recommends these tips for children when going on and off a school bus.
Serving Beyond the Flames
8.5.2022
The Knox County Rural Metro Fire Department in Tennessee has members with extra training and credentials to help in unique or unusual operations.
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Just in Time
8.5.2022
In a matter of seconds, two Virginia EMTs stop an attempted suicide in progress.
New Hampshire's Largest Cities On Track to Have Most Deadly Opioid Overdoses in Years
8.4.2022
Manchester had 37 suspected opioid deaths while Nashua had 29. AMR said at this rate, both cities will see their highest number of opioid-related overdoses in five years.
National Weather Service Posts Red Flag Warning for SW Oregon and NW California
8.1.2022
The warning, which runs from noon Monday until 11 o'clock tonight, is the result of heat, instability and increasing moisture with multiple low pressure impulses.
‘A Fire Station on Wheels’ Rural Metro Shows Off New Aerial Truck
7.29.2022
Rural Metro Fire in Knox County in Tennessee gives an inside look at its newest and biggest addition.
AMR Seattle Welcomes 21 New EMTs
7.28.2022
The new first responders are graduates of AMR’s Earn While You Learn (EWYL) program.
REACH Air Medical Services Base Now Operating in Colusa County
7.28.2022
Located in Williams along Interstate 5, the new base in California will provide service to Colusa County and the surrounding regions.
Guardian Flight Awarded CAMTS Accreditation in Alaska
7.27.2022
The Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems (CAMTS) accreditation is the highest standard that can be achieved in the air medical industry.
AMR Advises That You Turn Around, Don’t Drown
7.26.2022
Each year more deaths occur due to flooding than from any other severe weather hazard. Here are some tips on how to stay safe in times of heavy rainfall.
With Excessive Heat Forecast, AMR Says Hydration is a Must
7.26.2022
AMR Multnomah County in Oregon offers these summer safety tips for staying hydrated.
Carbyne and GMR Launch Bridge Desk Phase 1, Enabling Mission-Critical Organizations to Orchestrate Real-Time Solutions
7.20.2022
Bridge Desk is the ultimate distributed asset management solution that allows decision makers to orchestrate thousands of field assets with confidence.
Lives Lost While Aiding Others Remembered in Follansbee
7.19.2022
Various departments in the West Virginian city greeted the Moving Honors Memorial on its multi-state journey to Arlington, Virginia.
Kentucky FD Working to Reduce Non-Emergency Medical Calls
7.18.2022
Owensboro Fire Chief James Howard said, "our call volume has gone up and up," and responding to non-emergency calls wears down crewmembers.
Rutherford County Emergency Medical Services Honored Paramedics Who Died in Line of Duty
7.18.2022
Emergency responders in Rutherford County recognized the National EMS Memorial when it stopped in Murfreesboro, Tennessee..
El Cajon Advances First-In-The-Region Program to Divert Less Serious 911 Calls to Nurses
7.18.2022
The city in San Diego County, California has set aside hundreds of thousands of dollars to reduce unnecessary ER trips.
Fallen EMT Honored
7.18.2022
Jacob Dindinger was shot in July 2021 while responding to a call in Tucson, Arizona. He later died from his injuries.
Sanford AirMed Celebrates 10 Years of Service in Northern Minnesota
7.15.2022
Through the use of AirMed services, hospitals in northern Minnesota like Sanford are able to provide care to those who may not otherwise be able to receive it.
Salisbury Fire Department Receives Mission: Lifeline Silver Plus Award
7.15.2022
The award is a part of the American Heart Association's national initiative to advance care for patients with high risk for time-sensitive emergencies, such as heart attacks.
Nurse Navigation Program to Connect Non-Emergency Callers to Services, Ease Burden on 911
7.15.2022
The "Home of Heroes Nurse Navigation Program," part of Pueblo AMR, directs some non-emergency, 911 calls to a Colorado-licensed nurse for assessment.
GMR Honors Fallen EMS Personnel
7.13.2022
A multistate ambulance procession carrying the names of 72 fallen EMS personnel began its journey in Dallas, Monday, July 11.
Pueblo Partners with AMR to Implement Innovative New Emergency Healthcare Solution
7.13.2022
The Home of Heroes Nurse Navigation Program will provide the Colorado city residents access to customized care options.
Procession Honoring Fallen EMS Providers Departs Texas
7.13.2022
The Moving Honors will stop in multiple cities so people can pay their respects to 72 fallen providers.
Opioid Epidemic Continues to Rage in New Hampshire Communities
7.12.2022
Opioid overdoses in the first half of 2022 in the communities were 20 percent higher than the same period in 2021, according to AMR data.
Fallen First Responders Recognized During Opening Ceremony For National EMS Moving Honors Procession
7.11.2022
From Dallas, the ambulance carrying the Tree of Life will make multiple stops before its final destination in Arlington, Virginia, on July 21.
Grandview Aviation Takes Delivery of Three New Jets
7.11.2022
Opening new bases in Teterboro and Reno this month, with three more planned by year-end, enables us to better serve the transportation needs of our private charter passengers ...
Fallen First Responders to be Honored at National EMS Moving Honors Procession
7.8.2022
The multistate procession marks the countdown to the National EMS Memorial Service and Weekend of Honor.
Pursuing Excellence in Patient Care
7.6.2022
Matthew Weidner’s passion for EMS lands him as AEL’s first ECMO-certified specialist.
Santa Barbara County EMS Agency Earns Award For Improved Heart Attack Treatment
7.5.2022
The Gold Plus Award is the highest-level recognition granted by the American Heart Association.
Save a Child from Being Left in a Hot Vehicle
6.30.2022
According to AMR, 52 children died in 2018 after being left in hot cars; a record year for the United States.
Topeka Woman Meets First Responders Who Saved Her
6.29.2022
A Kansas woman, Shamara Parre, got a special meeting with the AMR crew that saved her after she suffered cardiac arrest.
Sonoma Life Support Recognized Nationally for its Care in Treating Severe Heart Attacks
6.28.2022
Sonoma Life Support is recognized nationally for its commitment to quality care for severe heart attacks in Sonoma County in California.
EMS Shark Tank
6.23.2022
GMR’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Edward Racht, met with EMS One-Stop podcast host Rob Lawrence to discuss what the future holds for EMS.
EMTs Train for Mass-Casualty Event at Spokane International Airport
6.23.2022
Hope is not a strategy. First responders in Washington put their skills to the test in a full-scale emergency exercise to prepare for possible medical disasters.
Streator City Council Approves Purchasing Two Ambulances for Ambulance Service
6.23.2022
Local officials in the Illinois city reached an agreement to contract AMR to provide 911 ambulance service for the community.
A Day in the Life: Medical Helicopter Pilot Trey Williamson
6.23.2022
Read about the fascinating work of a Med-Trans Corp. line pilot, who works an interesting schedule, servicing Bon Secours St. Francis Health System in Greenville, South Caroli...
Heat Can Turn Vehicles Hot as an Oven Within Minutes
6.16.2022
It's hot! All it takes is a few minutes left inside of a car for a child or pet to fall victim to deadly temperatures. Learn precautions to prevent a tragedy.
Camp 911 Teaches How to Handle Emergencies
6.16.2022
The camp for school-age children across Delta County in Michigan works to give kids hands-on learning about emergency services.
REACH Air Medical Services Announces Plans to Open Base in Colusa County
6.15.2022
The base, located in Williams along Interstate 5 in California, will provide care for area patients who need immediate medical transport.
Poise Under Pressure
6.15.2022
Two First Responders create a patient experience that leaves everyone involved awestruck.
REACH Air Medical Services and Medstar Ambulance of Mendocino County, Inc. Announce Agreement
6.13.2022
The agreement is for professional advisory services related to enhancing the delivery of ground ambulance services in Mendocino County.
High Heat Calls for Even Higher Safety Precautions, According to Medical Professionals
6.9.2022
Arizona is in the triple digits, so AMR professionals are giving tips on how to avoid heat-related, medical emergencies.
AMR Partners with UBMD Emergency Medicine, UB on Innovative Medical Emergency Program
6.2.2022
A network of Emergency Medical Physicians will now be available to respond to emergency medical calls throughout Erie and Niagara Counties in New York.
Interview: Krista Haugen-National, Patient Safety Global Medical Response
6.1.2022
AirMed & Rescue spoke to Haugen about how her career path has informed her approach to patient care and safety.
How EMS Workers Can Supplement the Home-Based Care Workforce
6.1.2022
Medically Home is best known as a hospital-at-home enabler. But through the GMR partnership and others, it has more aspirations than that.
Eagle Scout Helps Local Fire Department Get Helipad
6.1.2022
A fire department in Northeast Alabama welcomed a new helipad thanks to the dedication of Eagle Scout Thomas Miller
High-Speed Art: Indy 500 Driver Helmets Styled to Stand Out
5.31.2022
Helio Castroneves, the four-time and defending Indy 500 winner, allowed GMR to design his helmet, which he will auction off to raise funds for the All Clear Foundation.
Rural Metro Fire on How to Prevent Watersports Accidents
5.31.2022
Each year, approximately 1.2 million people drown worldwide, with half of those being children.
New Air Evac and Guardian Flight Bases Are Ready to Serve
5.31.2022
The Air Evac base is in Athens, Alabama with a Bell 206 and the Guardian Flight base is in Gaylord, Michigan with a PC-12.
AMR Lifeguards Return to Glenn Otto Park in Troutdale
5.27.2022
Since 1999, AMR's River Rescue and Safety Program has been a summertime fixture at the Park in Troutdale, Oregon.
Medical Staff Gear Up for Indy 500, Prepare for Hot Race Day
5.27.2022
AMR will be on hand to help with the efforts to provide medical aid to anyone who might need it at the race.
AMR's EWYL Works to Diversify the EMT Workforce in the Greater Hartford Area
5.27.2022
The Earn While You Learn program, which pays students to earn EMT certification, is working to make the field more inclusive in Connecticut.
First of Seven BLM AFS Type 2 Contract Crews Available for Wildfire Response
5.26.2022
The Mooseheart Crew became available to respond to wildfires on May 16 after a crew inspection in Minto on May 11, 2022.
Spring 2022 Colorado Rural School Cardiac Emergency Preparedness Webinar
5.25.2022
The webinar was locally sponsored in Colorado by Global Medical Response.
Seven First Responders with AMR and REACH Honored at 2021 California EMS Awards
5.25.2022
The annual event recognizes exceptional acts of service by the state's volunteers and EMS professionals.
Stormont Vail Presents Excellence in EMS award
5.24.2022
In addition to celebrating EMS Week, Stormont Vail Hospital in Topeka, Kansas presented its annual Excellence in EMS award with AMR's Alicia Hysten as the recipient.
Alyssa Pigott, BLS Provider of the Year for Monroe-Livingston Region
5.24.2022
The AMR Rochester, New York EMT was nominated for the award by her peers and colleagues for her outstanding EMS service.
Helicopter Crashes in Lake County
5.20.2022
The crash happened at the Christmas Valley Airport in Oregon.
Santa Cruz County Feeling a Shortage of EMTs
5.20.2022
The situation turned critical earlier in the week when there were no local ambulances available. A backup system had to fill in the gaps.
Hometown Hero
5.19.2022
Chief Chad Curry is honored for his dedication in saving lives in Texas. His passion for the EMS industry was featured in the Lubbock paper, Senior Link.
Dream Job: Zboril Brought Love of Firefighting from Czech Republic to Daviess County
5.18.2022
Pavel Zboril, who moved to Owensboro, Kentucky, was a volunteer firefighter from a family of firefighters in Central Europe.
School Bus Heroes
5.18.2022
An AMR crew in Tennessee revives boy who suffered cardiac arrest on his way to class.
AMR New Mexico Adds Curly Haired, Four-Legged Sweetheart to EMS Team
5.17.2022
Therapy dog, "Doc" will help Albuquerque Paramedics, EMTs and Flight Crews with work-related stress.
Fire Crews Prepare for Wildfire Season with Their Annual Wildfire Readiness Exercise
5.16.2022
May is recognized as wildfire awareness month.
Hunter Ambulance and GMR Celebrate 80 New EMT Graduates in New York
5.12.2022
Upon graduating, each graduate of the Earn While You Learn program will each receive a raise and a promotion.
Air Evac Lifetime Base in Limestone County is Ready to Serve
5.12.2022
The base in northern Alabama will be staffed by highly trained pilots, flight nurses, flight paramedics and an on-site aviation maintenance technician.
AMR Lewis County Celebrates 40 Years of Service
5.12.2022
The operation in Centralia, Washington started May 1, 1982 in partnership with St. Helen Hospital and City Ambulance.
Guardian Flight Opens Base in Gaylord, Michigan
5.5.2022
New operation provides lifesaving flights to area residents and will be staffed by four pilots, two flight nurses and two flight paramedics.
Port of Spain EMT to Be Honored at Annual Stars of Life Awards Ceremony in Washington D.C.
5.2.2022
Renata Baboolal with GMR Trinidad and Tobago was recently named one of 33 GMR Stars of Life.
LaGuardia Held Graduation of 80 Emergency Medical Technicians
5.2.2022
The graduation comes in the midst of a critical, nationwide EMT shortage.
Washington State EMT to be Honored at Annual Stars of Life Awards Ceremony
4.29.2022
James Burns of Seattle is being recognized for his heroism that saved one man from harming himself and another from posing a threat to others on a freeway.
Wyoming Flight Paramedic to be Honored at Annual Stars of Life Awards Ceremony
4.29.2022
Lauri Wempen of Riverton was nominated for her dedication of service to communities in her state.
Alaskan Flight Nurse to be Honored at Annual Stars of Life Awards Ceremony
4.29.2022
Jason Dau was nominated for ensuring that residents in the small community of Kotezbue gets access to life-saving care, even if it's as far away as Anchorage.
Arizona Paramedic to be Honored at Annual Stars of Life Awards Ceremony
4.29.2022
Dylan Schoch of Prescott was nominated for the award because of actions he took to care for a pediatric patient following a motor vehicle accident.
Oregon Rural Metro Firefighter to be Honored at Annual Stars Of Life Awards Ceremony
4.29.2022
Daniel MacDowell of Grants Pass was nominated for his heroic actions during a medical call involving a child experiencing an allergic reaction.
New Mexico EMT to be Honored at Annual Stars of Life Awards Ceremony
4.29.2022
Jack Rathgeber is being honored for the actions he took during an off-highway rescue call to access a patient.
Texas Paramedic to be Honored for Stars of Life Award
4.29.2022
Darla Biggerstaff of Waco is one of 33 GMR honorees to be recognized at the May Stars of Life Awards Ceremony in Washington, D.C.
AMR Awarded Five-Year $1.2B Contract As FEMA's National Medical Transport and Support Provider
4.28.2022
GMR, the parent company of AMR, says the new contract begins on May 1, 2022 and continues through April 30, 2027.
'Every 15 Minutes' Jolts Students With Reality of Drunken Driving
4.28.2022
The program, a collaboration between Ramona High and the California Highway Patrol, aims to challenge students about the dangers of drinking and driving.
Timbers, Thorns FC, Fans and Partners Raise over $500,000 and Counting for Unicef Relief Efforts in Ukraine
4.28.2022
AMR, a supporting partner, donated time and services to the event. The final donation tally is ongoing through May 5.
Safety Preparations Underway as NFL Draft Hits the Las Vegas Strip
4.27.2022
The NFL Draft is coming to Vegas for the very first time, so plans are being executed to make sure everyone attending stays safe.
Arizona Firefighter Saves Child Born Nine Weeks Premature
4.27.2022
A Rural Metro Firefighter in Gilbert is being hailed as a hero for coming to the rescue of woman and her newborn baby.
Play Ball!
4.26.2022
A Louisiana girl is back at her game thanks to a quick-acting Air Evac Lifeteam crew.
Flight Nurse Recognized in First Responder in Quarter Program
4.26.2022
Air Evac Lifeteam flight nurse Keva Wright was honored for her selfless acts and being willing to help in any way she can regardless of the situation.
Wyoming Reps. Join AirMedCare to Announce Relaunching of Air Medical Services
4.26.2022
House Bill 0007 permits air ambulance membership providers to do business in Wyoming without being considered a type of insurance.
Wildfire Season Sees Strong Beginning in Southern Arizona
4.21.2022
Wildfire season is off to an early start in southern Arizona. Rural Metro Fire offers these tips to help you keep your home safe.
Partners in Hope
4.21.2022
GMR, in partnership with the Rochester Institute of Technology, built a neonatal ambulance to address Honduras' infant mortality rate.
33 GMR Team Members To Receive EMS Industry's Highest Honor
4.19.2022
"Stars of Life" honorees will be recognized by AAA in Washington, D.C. in May
AMR, Troup County Fire Department Honor Several
4.18.2022
AMR Georgia and the Troup County Fire Department honored a class of 18 students who earned their EMT-B certifications.
Baldwin 9-11 Dispatcher Honored for Saving Life of Summerdale Mayor
4.18.2022
Tammy Campbell of Alabama said her shift on February 18 drastically changed when she got a call about Mayor David Wilson's cardiac arrest.
Five Evac Lifeteam Crew Members Celebrate Career Milestones
4.15.2022
All five fly for Air Evac Lifeteam in Jesup, Georgia and each has flown more than 1,000 patients.
AMR Rochester Banking On All-Female Class of Trainees to Help with EMT Shortage
4.14.2022
There is something special about this class, which graduated in March. Something unique. There are 10 graduates and all 10 of them are women.
Courieis: We Must Focus on First Responder Mental Health, Wellbeing
4.12.2022
Not many of us can understand or empathize with the things first responders encounter during an emergency or even on a daily basis.
How First Responders Are Managing High Gas Prices
4.4.2022
AMR and the Spokane Fire Department in Washington are working to keep ambulances fueled through fire season and beyond.
Access2Care to Host a Job Fair For Prospective Employees
4.4.2022
The job fair will be held from 3-8 p.m. on Tuesday, April 12 in Tampa, Florida.
Women's History Month: Courtney, Amanda and Women in Emergency Medicine
4.1.2022
Courtney Thurman and Amanda Duncan are two of the very few female EMTs who are taking EMS to the skies in the Texas Panhandle.
AMR Earns Prestigious CAAS Reacreditation
3.29.2022
An independent review validates that accredited agencies adhere to the highest standards in the industry.
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Washington County Flight Nurse Honored
3.29.2022
Eric Selby has flown for Air Evac Lifeteam for seven years.
GMR Completes Purchase of Grandview Aviation
3.29.2022
The Baltimore-based aviation company brings organ procurement expertise.
Nation's First Ever All-Female Class Graduates From AMR Rochester's EWYL Program
3.23.2022
The history-making class celebrated during Women’s History Month.
AMR Announces Up To $10,000 in Bonuses for New and Existing Team Members
3.23.2022
The ambulance service provider is actively hiring qualified paramedics and EMTs.
Global Medical Response Transforms Emergency Response with FirstNet
3.22.2022
FirstNet, provided by AT&T, is the only network built with and for America’s first responders and the extended public safety community.
Long Island Welcomes 11 New EMTs Amidst Nationwide Shortage
3.22.2022
This is the second class to graduate from the Long Island program since AMR and its parent company, GMR, acquired Hunter EMS last summer.
Monroe County Announces Community Collaboration to Assist Ukraine
3.21.2022
Donations from the Western New York county include two ambulances and $10,000 in first aid supplies from AMR.
AMR Syracuse Welcomes Therapy Dog In Training
3.15.2022
Once fully trained and certified, Benny, Therapy Dog in-training, will help Paramedics, EMTs and other First Responders with stress relief.
To Have and To Hold
3.15.2022
An Arizona Rural Metro Fire Captain officiates renewal of wedding vows for dying woman.
Helping Ukraine Communities
3.12.2022
Rochester's Ukrainian community said they needed ambulances. They got 3.
Nurse Navigation with AMR
3.10.2022
The program aims to reduce costs, free up emergency response personnel to address life-threatening situations and improving overall patient outcomes regardless of severity.
Free Urgent Health Service Coming to Knox County
3.10.2022
Under the Nurse Navigation Program, AMR will connect those in need with a licensed nurse when they call 911 in a non-emergency situation.
'An Innovative Solution' | Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs, AMR Announces Program That Will Route 'Less Emergent' 911 Calls to a Nurse
3.10.2022
The Nurse Navigation Program is completely funded through AMR.
Air Evac Lifeteam to Hold Landing Zone Class for Area First Responders
3.9.2022
The class allows Air Evac Lifeteam to work with area police officers, firefighters and EMS agencies and instruct them on how to interact safety with helicopters.
ONEflight Introduces New Benefits For BAJ Members
3.9.2022
ONEflight has teamed up with AirMed, which now offers ONEflight Members its full-service emergency air ambulatory services with discounted annual pricing.
How Rising Fuel Costs Impact First Responders, Trucking Companies in East Tennessee
3.9.2022
For Rural Metro Fire, responding to an emergency is not a choice. They have to care for their community regardless of gas prices increasing.
'Where I’m Supposed to Be:' Local Paramedic Finds Purpose in Work, Despite Pandemic Challenges
3.4.2022
Julie DeJarnette of Owensboro, Kentucky, who's worked in EMS for more than 20 years, said the job of first responders is an important one, now more than ever.
GMR COO Featured on Podcast
3.3.2022
Ted Van Horne, COO, is featured on a Sirius XM Business podcast about workforce shortages and labor issues in EMS.
The Kindness of Strangers
3.2.2022
An Oregon man thanks two passersby and an AMR crew for saving him during a cardiac arrest.
Some 911 Calls in Monroe County Now Being Diverted to Nurse Navigators
3.1.2022
The “Nurse Navigator” program re-directs certain callers who aren’t acutely ill with other care options to alleviate stress off the ambulance system.
Officers, First Responders Graduate from Crisis Intervention Team Training
2.28.2022
The graduating class in Knoxville, Tennessee underwent intensive training in identifying mental health resources to assist people in crisis.
No Room For Error
2.25.2022
An Oklahoma AEL crew that never worked together makes a complicated flight to save a life.
New Chief in Charge
2.25.2022
Chief Tim Soule accepted the appointment from Chief of Rural Metro Fire’s Southern Arizona (Yuma) Operations to Central Arizona Operations Fire Chief early this year.
Saint Thomas Unveils First Hospital-Branded Medical Hospital
2.25.2022
The helicopter, operated by Air Evac Lifeteam members, will offer services to Rutherford and surrounding counties.
DC Nurse Triage Line Prevents Thousands of Unnecessary ER Trips, Fire Chief Says
2.24.2022
Four years into a D.C. program in which nurses answer some 911 calls, officials say it's making a difference and saving thousands of people unnecessary trips to the emergency ...
Rural Central Texas Community Plans to Purchase 4th Ambulance
2.24.2022
Milam County is looking to purchase an emergency response vehicle. The county only has three with AMR, right now, to serve their county.
AMR Lunch Program Feeds Local First Responders While Supporting Local Eateries
2.24.2022
AMR started a lunch program in 2020 to help feed its EMTs in Multnomah and Clackamas County in Oregon. Today, the program also helps local restaurants.
Manchester Deputy Fire Chief Celebrates First EWYL Graduating Class
2.24.2022
The city's deputy fire chief in New Hampshire joined AMR on congratulating the first class of EMTs that trained through AMR’s Earn While You Learn program.
Rural Metro Fire in Yuma County, Arizona Implements Innovative ET3 Pilot
2.21.2022
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ (CMS) Emergency Triage, Treat and Transport (ET3) program aims to improve quality, lower costs and reduce avoidable emergency dep...
Compelled to Help
2.18.2022
A routine call, messy conditions and Arizona Rural Metro Firefighters “Save the Day.”
As Major Festivals Drop Pandemic Protocols, the Event Industry Faces New Opportunity
2.18.2022
Coachella and Stagecoach are now among the first to loosen their pandemic protocols, but health experts say much of the industry is still taking a conservative approach.
Nurse Partnership Aims to Give N.C. County EMS Providers 'Breathing Space'
2.17.2022
The Wake County program will use-of-state nurses to help EMS staff determine the care needed for non-life-threatening emergency calls.
Nurses to Help Wake County Respond to 911 Calls and Give EMS Staff ‘Breathing Space’
2.16.2022
As emergency services face high demand and staffing shortages, Wake County EMS in North Carolina announced the launch of the Nurse Navigation Program in partnership with GMR. ...
Getting Answers: Pandemic's Impact on Those on the Frontlines
2.15.2022
Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, first responders are still on the front lines seeing an increase of patients while facing staffing shortages.
Don't Close Airport, Medical Aircraft Provider Implores Town
2.15.2022
With the looming closure of East Hampton Airport in New York and a plan to open a new one as a private-use facility with restrictions on flight activity, GMR has expressed its...
AMR Partners with Local Restaurants to Feed Paramedics
2.15.2022
When the pandemic first hit, American Medical Response started providing free weekly meals to all paramedics in Multnomah and Clackamas counties in Oregon.
Air Evac Lifeteam and Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Unveil New Helicopter
2.14.2022
The crew will be available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to transport critically ill and injured patients to the most appropriate Middle Tennessee facilities.
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Wesley Medical Center to Launch Internal Ambulance Transport Service
2.10.2022
The service will feature three ambulances, staffed by eight paramedics and eight EMTs in Wichita, Kansas.
Nashua Public Health Director, Fire Chief Join AMR to Launch Paid EMT Training Program
2.10.2022
Applications Due March 1 for the Earn While You Learn Program, which offers Nashua-area residents in New Hampshire a cost-free career in EMS.
AMR and Seattle Fire Announce New Emergency Healthcare Program
2.9.2022
The Seattle Fire Department Nurse Navigation Program will provide Seattle residents access to customized care options to meet their specific medical needs.
Air Evac Lifeteam in Jefferson County is Ready to Serve
2.7.2022
The new air medical base will serve residents and visitors in central and southern Illinois for time-critical emergency responses.
Guardian Flight Has Significant Impact in Winner Community and Surrounding Area
2.4.2022
With just a little over three weeks in the South Dakota community, Guardian Flight has already proved to ensure timely services for patients in need of enhanced healthcare.
GMR Deploys First Responders to Connecticut, Louisiana to Support Communities Overwhelmed by COVID-19
2.3.2022
The Company’s ground division, AMR, and sub-contracted network providers are now responding to requests for aid from the Federal Government in nine states.
Air Evac Lifeteam and Ascension Saint Thomas to Introduce Newest Medical Helicopter to Rutherford County
2.2.2022
The medical helicopter will have a crew that consists of an Air Evac pilot, nurse, and paramedic who have extensive education and experience in their field.
Area Agencies Prepare for Winter Weather
2.2.2022
Topeka Fire in Kansas and AMR are prepping for chilly weather emergencies.
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Medically Home Looking to Unlock Hospital-at-Home Model’s Untapped Potential
2.2.2022
The hospital-at-home model has finally gained momentum in the U.S.
All Clear Foundation awarded $2M HRSA Grant
2.1.2022
All Clear Foundation was awarded a $2 million grant from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to support the health and well-being of frontline healthcare w...
GMR Completes Asset Purchase of Med Express Ambulance Service in Louisiana
2.1.2022
Med Express leadership and team members are now part of GMR’s teams, Providing Care at A Moment’s Notice.
Culture of Compassion
2.1.2022
How a health issue led a Texas AMR employee discover a pleasant revelation about his job.
Partnership Announced to Assist Chaplaincy Program, Supply Vehicle
1.31.2022
Lifeguard EMS donated the ambulance in west-central Texas, which is now a chaplaincy supply vehicle that will provide items to those in need.
STCC Partners with AMR to Offer EMT Training
1.31.2022
The training is free and offered to anyone interested in EMT service.
Rural Metro Fire Appoints First Female Fire Chief In 75-year History
1.27.2022
Melissa Hilpert has been named Chief for Rural Metro Fire Yuma Operations.
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AirMedCare Network Partners with NASCAR Superstar Corey LaJoie
1.26.2022
AirMedCare Network and third generation racecar driver Corey LaJoie team up for 2022 season
Knox County Commission to Honor Rescuers in Powell Trench Collapse
1.25.2022
The Jan. 13 incident left one man trapped up to his chest in dirt, and another man covered completely.
COVID and HEMS
1.24.2022
Through nearly two years of pandemic, the HEMS industry has been hit hard but proven resilient.
Earn While You Learn Graduates Celebrate
1.20.2022
Innovative Program Offers Monroe County Residents a Cost-Free Way to Begin a Career in EMS
GMR to Become an Associate Sponsor of RLL IMSA Team
1.20.2022
BMW M Team RLL will field a full-time entry in the new Grand Touring Daytona (GTD) Pro class of IMSA beginning with the 60th Anniversary Rolex 24 at Daytona on January 29-30.
First Responders Recount Remarkable Survival at Trench Collapse Site
1.17.2022
Two men survived a trench collapse in Powell, TN. It’s a feat the rescuers on the scene are calling remarkable.
How Rural Metro Fire is Protecting Its Firefighters Against Cancer
1.10.2022
More and more firefighters are getting cancer while on the job. The disease is now the leading cause of death among firefighters.
Medically Home Announces a $110 Million Strategic Investment
1.10.2022
GMR's current at-home partnership with Medically Home has already proven that this model works well for patients, hospital systems and caregivers, and we're looking forward to...
AMR and Rochester, NY County Launch Nurse Navigation Program
1.10.2022
Program will provide residents access with greater care options to meet specific medical needs.
Meet GMR’s Therapy Dogs That Will Attend Kick-Off of College Football Playoffs Championship
1.9.2022
It's puppy mania! GMR Therapy Dogs across the nation will serve as “rufferees” at the highly anticipated “Puppies at the Playoffs” event!
California Struggling to Staff Hospitals and Classrooms Amid COVID Spike
1.7.2022
Some 40% of hospitals are expecting to face critical staff shortages.
AMR Safety Team and Live Streaming Confirmed for USF Juniors
1.7.2022
Andersen Promotions entered into an agreement with AMR to provide a multi-person team at all USF Junior events and tests.
GMR Brings Therapy Dogs to College Playoff National Championship
1.6.2022
GMR therapy dogs have deployed all over the country during natural disasters and communities hit hard by COVID-19.
GMR To Deploy More Teams to States Dealing with COVID-19 Case Surge
1.6.2022
The Company’s frontline first responders and sub-contracted network providers are now responding to additional requests from the Federal Government in New York, North Carolina...
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AMR Miami's Therapy Dog to "Rufferee" Puppies at GMR Playoff Championship
1.5.2022
AMR Miami Therapy Dog & handler will attend adorable matchup that kicks off college football playoffs championship event.
The Longest ECMO Transport
1.4.2022
The planning and approach to transporting a patient on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation across the globe.
AEL Brings Additional Air Medical Asset to the Oklahoma Region
12.29.2021
The medically configured King Air 90 airplane is jointly operated with Guardian Flight and serves residents in six states.
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Serving the Community: Guardian Flight to Open New Base in Winner
12.28.2021
The new operation will provide lifesaving care to residents in emergency situations in Winner, South Dakota
GMR to Deploy More Teams to States Grappling with COVID-19 Surges
12.28.2021
The Company’s ground division, AMR, and sub-contracted network providers are now responding to additional requests for aid from the Federal Government.
We’re Assisting East Coast Communities Hit Hard by COVID-19
12.20.2021
Our ground division, AMR, and sub-contracted network providers are responding to requests for aid from the Federal Government in New York, Vermont and New Hampshire.
A Wish Come True
12.17.2021
A Tennessee man got a special gift this Christmas: meeting the heroes who saved his life.
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GMR To Acquire La. EMS Agency
12.14.2021
Med Express has 350 employees and 70 ambulances, wheelchair vans and support vehicles. It serves South Louisiana and is headquartered in Alexandria.
Paramedics Make Local History As First All-Female EMS Shift
12.13.2021
They'll drop whatever they're doing at the sound of an alarm. Meet Brownwood, Texas' first all-women EMS shift!
Annual Event Benefits Local Organizations
12.13.2021
The "Stuff the Truck” event encourages local residents to donate nonperishable food items, baby food and formula, cat and dog food and toys among other items.
AMR Accepting Applications for Award-Winning "Earn While You Learn" Program in Phoenix
12.10.2021
AMR now offering residents a cost-free way to begin a rewarding career in EMS.
AMA, AHA Sue Feds Over No Surprises Act Final Rule
12.10.2021
The hospital and physician groups filed lawsuit against the federal government over a No Surprises Act final rule that will implement the independent dispute resolution proces...
Upgrading Your Avionics Hardware to Increase Mission Safety
12.10.2021
Mario Pierobon looks at the latest aviation advancements that offer increased mission safety air medical, air ambulance, and air rescue operations.
AMR Seattle Chief EMS Officer to Retire After 45 Years
12.8.2021
Senior Chief EMS Officer Greg Sim to Retire after Nearly Five Decades of Service.
GMR Signs Agreement to Buy Assets of Med Express
12.8.2021
Med Express Local Leadership and Team Members Now Have the Backing of a Nationally Recognized Medical Transportation Company.
Regaining Control
12.7.2021
Arizona man enjoys greater mobility thanks to wheelchair ramp built by Rural Metro Fire.
First Responders to Deliver Toys to Patients at Helen DeVos Children's Hospital
12.7.2021
Toy Express was spearheaded by the Grandville Police Department, which wrote the grant to the First Responders Children’s Foundation for the event.
Rural Metro Minute: Christmas Trees and Safety Tips
12.7.2021
Christmas trees are beautiful and make the holidays bright, but can also pose as a fire hazard if not assembled properly.
AMR Donates Toys for Tots at 22News
12.7.2021
AMR employees from Springfield donated the toys themselves
First Responders Face Growing Mental Health Toll Amid Ongoing Pandemic
12.6.2021
The ongoing pandemic is driving support to increase access to mental health resources for first responders.
AMR Awards Electric Ambulance Order to REV Group Company
12.1.2021
The company ordered 5 state-of-the-art electric vehicles with the option to purchase 25 more.
AMR Welcomes New Leader to its Maui Operation
12.1.2021
New Hire to Lead Members of the Local Ground Ambulance Provider & Serve as Therapy Dog Handler
Area COVID-19 Testing Sites See Increase in Patients Following Thanksgiving
11.30.2021
The AMR testing team says a few weeks ago, they were averaging 500 to 600 tests a day, but since Monday, that number has nearly doubled.
AMR Experiencing "Offloading Issues" Amid COVID-19 Surge in WNY
11.30.2021
"When a hospital reaches capacity, they have nowhere to offload an ambulance," says AMR's chief EMS officer.
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Air Evac Lifeteam Flight Paramedic Celebrates Career Milestone 2
11.30.2021
AELs Tom Allen has flown more than 250 patients.
Guardian Flight Alaska Uses Mobile Integrated Healthcare Program to Help Alaskans During Pandemic
11.29.2021
The air medical transport company is now delivering mobile integrated healthcare and monitoring services to patients in Fairbanks and the surrounding communities.
AMR Transports Nursing Facility Residents to Families for Thanksgiving
11.29.2021
American Medical Response (AMR) made round trips so nursing facility residents can be with their family for the holiday.
Toys for Tots Drop Off Event Happening in Grants Pass
11.29.2021
Rural Metro Fire will be taking toys that residents can donate at the Grants Pass Bi-Mart to help kids who may not be able to get a new toy for Christmas.
Mississippi EMS Workforce Shortage Nearing Critical Levels
11.29.2021
The issue is so dire that two associations in the EMS industry sent a letter to Congress pushing for a hearing to address the shortfall.
New Long Island Program Pays Students While Training to Become EMTs
11.24.2021
Seven people have graduated from the first Long Island class of "Earn While You Learn," where students get paidwhile training to become an EMT.
AMR Offers Tips for Frying Turkeys This Thanksgiving
11.23.2021
American Medical Response officials advise these steps to help prevent serious injuries and property loss when using a turkey fryer.
Water, Drownings and Paramedics
11.23.2021
Learn how Napa County (CA) EMS adapted to a sudden surge in water-related emergencies in a remote location of the county
Lifeguard Ambulance Celebrates 15 Years of Life-Saving Care in Santa Rosa Florida
11.22.2021
The company meets the needs of the communities it serves by providing the highest quality patient care in the industry.
Air Evac Lifeteam Lands at Texas High School for Hands-On Lesson
11.22.2021
An AEL helicopter landed at Sherman High School in Sherman, TX, to demonstrate the roles of flight paramedics and flight nurses to more than 100 health sciences students.
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Air Evac Lifeteam and Ascension Saint Thomas to Introduce Newest Medical Helicopter to Rutherford Co
11.15.2021
The Ascension Saint Thomas StatFlight-branded BELL 407GXi helicopter, operated by Air Evac Lifeteam, will provide emergency air medical coverage to Rutherford County and surro...
Sonoma County, CA, Fire District and REACH Air Medical Services Announce New Partnership
11.12.2021
Partnership Will Bring Fire Reconnaissance & Fire Suppression, Search & Rescue, Advanced Life Support Air Medical Capabilities
2021 AAA Board of Directors Election Results
11.9.2021
The term for each position will begin on January 1, 2022
Local Paramedics, EMTs Getting Pay Boosts
11.4.2021
Last month, Lifeguard Ambulance, which provides service in Santa Rosa County, announced hiring and retention bonuses for their medical staff
GMR Signs Purchase Agreement for Bell 407GXi Helicopters
11.3.2021
The delivery is expected to be complete by 2023, and includes an option by GMR to purchase up to nine additional aircraft by the end of 2024.
Local First Responders Offer Safety Tips for Off-Highway Vehicle Enthusiasts
11.3.2021
"Off-road vehicles have grown in popularity over the past several years," said Sergio Cardenas, Program Director for REACH. “With that increase in popularity comes a higher ri...
The Ties That Bind
11.2.2021
A near-death experience for an Oklahoma teen leads to a surprise --a new admiration for the people who saved his life.
What's Included in a Rural Metro Fire Department Membership?
11.2.2021
Rural/Metro Fire provides emergency medical and fire-protection services for approximately 80% of Knox County.
Air Evac Lifeteam Opens Air Medical Base in Lebanon, KY
11.2.2021
Base serves residents within a 70-mile radius
Red Cross Sees Lowest Blood Supply in a Decade
11.1.2021
A shortage of blood has been lingering for months. Supplies now at their lowest in ten years.
Metro Displays Two Air Medical Aircraft at SHIFT AMTC 2021
11.1.2021
Metro’s booth at the air medical conference will feature a new EC145e for AU Health AirCare, one of Metro’s newest operations customers.
Covenant Children's Introduces New Transport Helicopter
10.29.2021
The EC 135 twin-engine helicopter will be in service starting in early 2022, according to a news release from Covenant Health.
County Partners with AMR to Launch Healthcare Solution
10.29.2021
Through Milam County’s Nurse Navigation program, some 911 calls with non-emergency injuries or illnesses will be transferred to a registered nurse.
Syracuse Community Health Center, AMR Partner to Ease ER Crunch
10.28.2021
Their effort is part of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ (CMS) Emergency Triage, Treat and Transport (ET3) program, per a joint news release.
National First Responders Day: Around 30 People Training with AMR to Help Their Communities
10.28.2021
In a time where there's a national shortage of first responders, local emergency medical providers are recruiting men and women to join their teams.
New Alliance Broadens Access to Air Medical Transport Services in Virginia
10.28.2021
A joint press release from VCU Health System, Bon Secours, Mary Washington Healthcare, Riverside Health and Med-Trans Corporation.
First Responders Day: Air Evac Lifeteam — Critical Care Transport
10.28.2021
While many may associate medical helicopter missions with serious vehicle crashes and tornado victims, missions also include patients with dangerous medical conditions who nee...
New Alliance Broadens Access to Air Medical Transport Services in Virginia
10.27.2021
VCU Health System, Bon Secours, Mary Washington Healthcare and Riverside Health System join forces to create shorter response times and greater alignment for air ambulance ser...
Rural Metro Yuma Firefighters Build Wheelchair Ramp for Local Resident
10.27.2021
The materials for the construction of the ramp were generously donated by Foxworth-Galbraith Lumber Company.
Syracuse Community Health Center, AMR Ambulance Team Up to Prevent Unnecessary ER Visits
10.27.2021
Starting Nov. 1 AMR crews will evaluate Medicare patients who call 911 to determine if they can be treated at the health center instead of an ER.
Local Paramedic Says Portland's Mental Health Crisis is Falling on Them
10.26.2021
“They’re tired of being abused, spit at, punched, stabbed, every single day,” said Erick Gillmore, a paramedic with AMR.
Crash Survivor Honors First Responders
10.25.2021
Eight Rural Metro Fire crew members received a prestigious award on Friday for going “above and beyond” to save a woman’s life after a serious crash on East Emory Road in Nort...
Halloween Safety Tips From American Medical Response
10.25.2021
Dressing appropriately for trick-or-treating and carefully planning your evening can increase the likelihood of a safe and injury-free Halloween
Ambulance Groups Hurting for Paramedics. How North Texas First Responders are Adjusting
10.22.2021
Arlington Fire Chief Don Crowson said his department is sending fire paramedics to compensate for shortages with AMR, the city’s ambulance provider, where staffing is down two...
Dallas-Based Global Medical Response Installs RBG Spectrum's Video Wall Processors
10.21.2021
The company selected RGB Spectrum’s Galileo processor for its real-time performance, ability to support a variety of disparate digital and IP-based signal sources, and 4K imag...
AMR Pioneers Ambulance Pilot Program in Several U.S Markets
10.20.2021
Innovation Spotlight: ET3: Emergency Triage, Treat & Transport.
Lifeguard Ambulance a Proud Participant In National Cardiac Program
10.20.2021
Data will help improve cardiac arrest outcomes for Santa Rosa County residents
Mayor Glenn Jacobs to Help Pin Phoenix Medal Award to Rural Metro Firefighters
10.19.2021
The firefighters are being honored for an incident that happened in April
Emergency Rooms See Added Pressures, Some Diverting Ambulances to Catch Up
10.19.2021
Diversions averaging a few hours
An Immediate Response
10.18.2021
Mock plane crash scenario offers training to local rapid responders
Photo: Trauma Kits Delivered
10.18.2021
Trauma kits delivered to each school in Harlan County in Kentucky
Few Healthcare Professions Have Embraced the Vaccine Like the Region's Paramedics
10.18.2021
Metro West Ambulance, which serves Washington County and parts of the coast, says 100% of its 1,000-person staff is vaccinated
NASCAR and GMR Extend Partnership of Emergency Response System
10.15.2021
Continue to collaborate on NASCAR’s medical response capabilities
Children's of Alabama New Helicopter Will Help Sick Children Get Faster Care
10.15.2021
The Airbus H145 replaces the previous helicopter in use since 2012.
AMR to Offer New Nurse Navigation Option in Milam County
10.15.2021
AMR has a program in place that has been run in other locations called Nurse Navigation.
Global Medical Response Announces Network Agreement in California
10.14.2021
The strategic partnership with GMR covers all 58 serviced California counties and includes fixed- wing and rotor-wing services provided by REACH Air Medical Services (REACH), ...
AMR Hiring EMTs for Paid On-The-Job Training
10.14.2021
This is the first time AMR is bringing its "Earn While You Learn" program to southern Arizona
Milam County Partners with AMR to Launch Innovative Healthcare Solution
10.13.2021
Nurse Navigation Program provides residents access to a wider variety of care options to meet specific medical needs
AAA President Says COVID-19 Takes EMS Worker Shortage to Crisis Level
10.11.2021
The first responder worker shortage is threatening basic emergency services
Las Vegas Sees Shortage of EMS Workers as Students Step Up to Fill Spots
10.8.2021
A lack of paramedics, EMTs and advanced EMTs is a problem among hospitals, fire departments, ambulance companies and other medical facilities.
Amid EMT Shortage, Training Program Looks to Strengthen Tucson Workforce
10.7.2021
The Earn While You Learn program is designed to ease the transition for those wanting to become emergency medical service professionals.
Overland Park Regional Medical Center Adds New Air Support
10.7.2021
A new critical care transport helicopter will now specifically serve the region's largest program for neonatal intensive care services.
Hospital Wing Becomes Part of the Global Medical Response Family
10.7.2021
Med-Trans Corp., part of the GMR family of companies, has purchased the assets of Hospital Wing, a helicopter air medical provider in Memphis, US
A Partnership in Crisis Response
10.6.2021
The partnership began in 2018 when the Cheyenne Police Department approached AMR and requested to add paramedics to their SWAT team.
Hunter Ambulance’s Paid EMT Training Program Graduates 14
10.6.2021
The Earn While You Learn Program, a 10-week EMT training program, launched at the West Bronx's (NY) Hunter Ambulance this summer. The first class graduated October 4.
AMR Accepting Applications For Award-Winning Earn While You Learn Program In Tucson
10.6.2021
AMR now offering residents a cost-free way to begin a rewarding career in EMS.
Local First Responders Offer Pedestrian Safety Tips
10.5.2021
CALSTAR Air Medical Services (CALSTAR) and American Medical Response Santa Barbara (AMR) join forces to reinforce the importance of pedestrian safety.
Air Evac Lifeteam Flight Paramedic Celebrates Career Milestone
10.5.2021
Becky Drake has flown more than 1,000 patients.
Total Opioid Overdoses Rising in NH; Numbers Projected to Exceed What Happened in 2020
10.4.2021
An AMR official said New Hampshire was one of only two states last year that did not see an increase in opioid overdoses, but now the Granite State is experiencing just the op...
Guardian Flight Welcomes New Aircraft in Williston
10.4.2021
The Bell 407 is more comfortable for employees and patients and has more room.
Hospital Wing is Now a Part of the Global Medical Response Family of Companies
10.4.2021
For 35 years, Hospital Wing has provided the highest level of care to the critically ill and injured in the Mid-South.
Brunswick County EMS Utilizing Help from FEMA Ambulance Crews
10.1.2021
FEMA sent two ambulances to Brunswick County this week to help with an increase in the number of emergency calls the county has seen this year.
COVID-19 Crisis at Alaska's City Hospitals Has Big Rural Impacts
10.1.2021
Patient says there were no beds available, and he got moved around in the emergency room a few times before landing in a room.
AMR First Responders Serve the Community Despite Working 1 October Shooting
10.1.2021
Four years after 1 October, we're learning how many first responders from American Medical Response have remained in the field.
Rural Metro Fire Department Provide Safety Advice for Your Family
9.29.2021
Rural Metro Fire offers tips on safety as we approach the fire season.
Need for Emergency Medical Flights on the Rise in Central Oregon |
9.29.2021
COVID-19 has increased emergency air flights in the region.
Guardian Flight Welcomes New Aircraft In Devils Lake
9.29.2021
The Bell 407 is a larger aircraft that is faster and can carry a third rider, such as a spouse or parent as conditions allow.
AeroCare Training for Odessa College EMT/EMS Students
9.29.2021
Odessa College EMT/EMS students receive hands-on training for patient transfer and loading on the AeroCare 5 helicopter.
Intervening in the Wake of Ida
9.28.2021
Sometimes medical care isn't the only thing needed to serve people in crisis.
Guardian Flight Welcomes New Aircraft In Devils Lake
9.27.2021
The Bell 407 went into service on Monday, September 27.
Alaska Medevac Planes are Flying Recovering COVID Patients From Urban Hospitals to Smaller Ones
9.27.2021
As COVID-19 puts unprecedented pressure on urban hospitals, medevac planes are moving still-hospitalized patients from city to rural hospitals, the opposite of the normal pati...
Flags to Half-staff Friday to Honor Officer Blaize Madrid-Evans
9.24.2021
Gov. Mike Parson has ordered flags in Jackson County to half-staff on Friday in honor of Independence police officer Blaize Madrid-Evans, who was killed last week in the line ...
AMR Awarded Contract with Napa County for 911 Services
9.21.2021
Ambulance Provider Solidifies 5-year Contract to Provide Care in Napa County.
American Medical Response Will Remain as County's Ambulance Service
9.21.2021
Napa County will stick with American Medical Response West to run local emergency ambulances and try to take this critical service to an even higher level.
Fallen Officer Blaize Madrid-Evans' Donated Kidney Goes to Springfield, Missouri Officer
9.21.2021
Springfield police officer Mark Priebe, severely injured in the line of duty in 2020 and in need of a new kidney for a few months, had surgery Saturday to receive one of Madri...
OCTC Offering Accelerated Paramedic Training
9.21.2021
A partnership between Owensboro Community & Technical College, the Daviess County and Owensboro fire departments and AMR Ambulance has been established to address a shortage o...
Global Medical Response Completes Asset Purchase of Hunter Ambulance Group
9.20.2021
Hunter is one of the largest private ambulance providers in the New York City metro area.
Vigil for Slain Independence, MO, Police Officer Draws Hundreds
9.17.2021
AMR team members joined hundreds of others to mourn and honor Blaize Madrid-Evans, a former AMR EMT who had joined the police force and was killed in the line of duty.
COVID Spike Affecting Ambulance Services
9.16.2021
Ambulances tied up at hospitals because there are few beds.
The Last Salute: The Story of the Honor Guard
9.15.2021
The mission of the Honor Guard is to ensure the utmost respect is given to our fallen brothers and sisters.
EMT, Paramedicine Students Learn Real-World Skills from Air Evac Lifeteam
9.15.2021
EMTs and paramedics in Valdosta, GA, are training to provide life-saving and life-sustaining treatment as well as compassionate care for those in need.
AMR of Springfield, MA, to honor EMT graduates
9.15.2021
Springfield Mayor Dominic Sarno will join American Medical Response (AMR) as they honor the most recent class of "Earn While You Learn" EMT training program.
First Responders Speak to Children
9.14.2021
Among the agencies that sent representatives were the Parker Fire Department, American Medical Response-River Medical, the Arizona Department of Public Safety, the U.S. Border...
AeroCare Flies Across State Lines to Provide Care to COVID Patients
9.14.2021
Since COVID began, call volumes for AeroCare have increased and they are flying longer distances to get patients to the care they need.
First Responders Honor Heroic Actions of 9/11
9.13.2021
Annual memorial walk honored those who have given their all — on that day and over the past 20 years.
Firefighters in Full Gear Walk 110 Stories in Honor of 9/11 First Responders
9.13.2021
Captain Jeff Bagwell, Rural-Metro Fire Department's public information officer, sees the importance of the event. He told Knox News, "...this event is not about us. It's about...
Grants Pass First Responders Host 9/11 Attack Anniversary Observance Walk
9.11.2021
Participants were invited to join in a memorial walk in remembrance of the first responders and service members who have given their all.
Fire Chief Kevin Hoban Reflects on Time Volunteering at Ground Zero
9.11.2021
It began like an ordinary Tuesday morning for Hoban who, at the time, was a paramedic for American Medical Response. The radio alarm clock went off. It was tuned to KLYT-FM ou...
Santa Maria Area Firefighters, Paramedic in New York City for 9/11 Memorial Ceremony
9.11.2021
Retired Santa Barbara County Fire Department engineer Ron Vasquez and retired American Medical Response paramedic Ed Mulder are also part of this year's pilgrimage to honor th...
9/11 Memorials in Western New York on Saturday
9.10.2021
Saturday marks 20 years since the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on New York City, the Pentagon, and Western Pennsylvania. There are several events on Saturday across We...
Law Enforcement, First Responders Donating Blood to Honor 9/11 Victims
9.9.2021
First responders, including the Knox County Sheriff's Office, the University of Tennessee (UT) Police, Rural Metro and Tennessee Highway Patrol, are coming together to honor t...
Guardian Flight Alaska Celebrates Health Aide Appreciation Day
9.7.2021
HB 198 Would Proclaim September 10 as Health Aide Appreciation Day.
Ambulances Waiting Longer to Drop Off Patients as Officials Warn of Less Hospital Space
9.7.2021
In August, more than half of all AMR ambulances had to wait longer than 45 minutes before there was room for patients at the hospital.
Georgia EMT Killed in Accident While Stopping to Render Aid
9.4.2021
Two American Medical Response (AMR) First Responders in a non-emergency vehicle were headed to Louisiana from Georgia to provide supplies for other First Responders helping in...
Dr. Ed Racht on MSNBC's Morning Joe
9.1.2021
GMR's Chief Medical Officer discusses the challenging EMS response in the aftermath of Hurricane Ida.
Dr. Ed Racht on MSNBC's Morning Joe
9.1.2021
GMR's Chief Medical Officer discusses the challenging EMS response in the aftermath of Hurricane Ida.
Global Medical Response Announces EMT Training & Hiring Program in Long Island
8.31.2021
Earn While You Learn Class Aims to Boost NY Economy, Address EMT Shortage
GMR Deploys First Responders, Ambulances, Helicopters and Airplanes in Response to Hurricane Ida
8.29.2021
As part of American Medical Response's (AMR) FEMA contract, GMR deploys air and ground crews and medical transportation assets including first responders, ambulances, helicopt...
GMR Deploys Additional Teams to States Hit Hard by COVID-19 Delta Variant
8.28.2021
The Company's ground division (American Medical Response) and sub-contracted network providers are now serving in five states.
AMR in Sumter County (FL) Launches, Enhances ET3 Program
8.27.2021
ET3 is an innovative, five-year program aimed at providing greater flexibility for ambulance care teams to address emergency healthcare needs of Medicare Fee-for-Service (FFS)...
Lowery Voted Roane State’s Paramedic Student of the Year
8.27.2021
Derrick Lowery, a paramedic with American Medical Response of Knox County and a former ski patroller in Colorado, has been named Roane State's Paramedic Student of the Year. M...
National EMS Weekend of Honor Paid Tribute to Fallen EMS Heroes
8.27.2021
The National EMS Memorial Service (NEMSMS), National EMS Memorial Bike Ride (NEMSMBR) and the National EMS Memorial Foundation (NEMSMF) paid tribute to the 144 fallen EMS and ...
AMR Receives American Heart Association's Mission:Lifeline EMS Gold Recognition Award
8.26.2021
Mississippi Gulf Coast EMS provider wins award for the second year in a row.
Going Above and Beyond
8.26.2021
As a paramedic, Hollister resident Briana Lee knows something about helping others.
Palm Beach Co. to Offer Monoclonal Antibody Delivery Service
8.26.2021
This week county leaders are expected to offer a delivery service for residents to receive monoclonal antibody treatment at home. The partnership is with American Medical Resp...
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The Triumph of Hope
8.25.2021
It was hope, and the skill of first responders and hospital staff, that saved the life of three-year-old drowning victim Brody Drumheller.
400 Oregon National Guard Members Deployed to Aid Hospitals in COVID-19 Surge
8.25.2021
Oregon National Guard members and FEMA-deployed emergency medical technicians (EMTs) are now in hospitals across the state, trying to help overwhelmed health care workers.
Sonoma Life Support Receives American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline EMS Gold Plus Recognition Award
8.24.2021
The company was recognized for implementing quality improvement measures for the treatment of patients who experience severe heart attacks.
A Tool for Supporting Emergency Responders
8.23.2021
In a coordinated proactive effort to solve for this need, the All Clear Foundation, Global Medical Response, and Grit Digital Health joined forces with philanthropic support t...
FDA Approves First COVID-19 Vaccine
8.23.2021
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted full approval to Pfizer-BioNTech's coronavirus vaccine for people 16 and older, making it the first to move beyond emergency...
COVID-19 Infections, Hospitalizations Climbing Again
8.20.2021
The COVID-19 surge is climbing again in Ventura County. Jeremy Shumaker, regional director of operations for AMR and Gold Coast Ambulance, said the full emergency rooms mean a...
SFD Will Get Four Additional Ambulances, Crew to Deal with COVID Surge
8.20.2021
"Agencies and hospitals in our area are becoming overwhelmed by the significant influx of COVID patients," said Mayor Adrian Perkins. "It is vital for us to provide essential ...
AMR Program To Pay Participants To Become EMTs And Pay For Class
8.19.2021
Earn as you learn program will pay for participant's EMT-B classes, supplies and pay provide hourly pay. AMR working to fill EMS shortages.
Guardian Flight Welcomes New Aircraft in Roseau, MN
8.17.2021
New Bell 407 aircraft debuted August 9.
Outside the Hospital and Inside the ED are struggling for Staff
8.17.2021
Dr. Ed Racht, Chief Medical Officer at Global Medical Response, joins Yahoo Finance to discuss the impacts of the pandemic on the EMS sector.
Kurtz Ambulance Service Proud to Continue 911 Service to Tinley Park, IL
8.17.2021
The company received a four-year contract extension on July 20.
Guardian Flight Welcomes New Aircraft in Escanaba, MI
8.17.2021
New Bell 407 went into service on August 9
East TN Ambulance Services Feeling the Pinch as Hospitals, ERs Back up with Patients
8.16.2021
Daryl Warren, Knox County operations manager for AMR, said ambulances and hospitals have been busy nonstop since the start of the pandemic, but there was a little bit of a slo...
Rural Metro Prepares for Swift-Water Rescues
8.16.2021
Rural Metro Fire Department says they've already seen over 20 rescues this year. It takes about 18 inches of fast moving water, less than two feet, to sweep away a vehicle. It...
GMR Deploys More Than 275 Medical Personnel, 80 Ambulances in Response to FEMA Request
8.13.2021
AMR personnel and ambulances have been sent to Louisiana and Missouri, which have become the new epicenter of the U.S. COVID-19 crisis
Become an EMT with AMR’s "Earn While You Learn" Program
8.12.2021
AMR offers NH residents a cost-free way to begin a career in Emergency Medical Services.
First Responders Offer Tips for a Safe Back-to-School-Season Amid COVID Resurgence
8.12.2021
As students across the nation prepare to head back to school amid surging cases of the COVID-19 Delta variant, parents and guardians are looking for ways to help keep their ch...
Groundbreaking New Program Aims to Cut ER Waits and Ambulance Expenses
8.11.2021
The new pilot program will take effect Aug. 12. Mayor Kincannon called it "the biggest breakthrough in ambulance service in 50 years."
AMR Seeing Increase in COVID-19 Testing
8.11.2021
The American Medical Response COVID-19 testing site at Eastfield Mall will celebrate one year of operation at the end of August. For a site that was initially only supposed to...
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Hundreds Gather to Honor Slain Tucson EMT Jacob Dindinger
8.10.2021
The procession and memorial service for EMT Jacob Dindinger of American Medical Response at Casas Church in Oro Valley on Aug. 9, 2021.
Slain EMT Honored at Memorial Service
8.10.2021
Beginning with a procession from the Oro Valley funeral home to Casas Church, first responders from multiple agencies honored EMT Jacob Dindinger's legacy.
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Tuscon EMT Jacob Dindinger to be Laid to Rest
8.6.2021
Family, friends, and colleagues to gather to pay final respects to esteemed EMT.
Every Second Counts: Asante Unveils New 24-hour Helicopter Landing Pad
8.6.2021
The new helipad comes with lights installed, which will allow for Mercy Flights and REACH Air Medical Services to land just steps away from the hospital's ER center at any tim...
Roanoke Renews Air Evac Service for Residents
8.5.2021
Roanoke City Council swiftly and unanimously agreed to renew its service contract with Air Evac Lifeteam to provide emergency helicopter transportation for all Roanoke residen...
EMT Shot July 18 Thanks Public for Support
8.5.2021
Cassandra Moreno, 20, was injured in one of two separate deadly shootings. In the AMR Facebook post, Moreno wrote "My family and I would like to thank all of those supporting ...
Program Works to Reduce EMS Shortage
8.3.2021
A new program at American Medical Response (AMR) Rochester wants to end the emergency medical services (EMS) shortage.
AMR Sees 10 Times the Number of COVID-19 Calls Compared to a Few Months Ago
8.2.2021
Not only are officials seeing more cases, but also more young people getting sick. One of the biggest concerns now is getting the virus under control.
AMR ET3 Program Expands to Ga. Counties
8.2.2021
After a successful pilot program in DeKalb County, AMR becomes the largest group included in the CMS ET3 model.
Rural Metro Fire Dept. Provides Tips for Homeowners
8.2.2021
Rural Metro Fire Department wants you to be prepared to defend your property this fire season. It suggests cleaning gutters, sub-flooring, and attic vents of pine needles and ...
Parents of EMT Shot in Silverlake Park Thank Health Care Workers, Tucson Community
7.31.2021
We want to thank the ICU Doctors, Nurses and staff of Banner Tucson Hospital. They are truly Angels and we never doubted Jacob had the best care. May the love and compassion t...
Seeking Safety on the Sandy River
7.30.2021
The presence of AMR river rescue technicians — colloquially lifeguards — has drastically reduced drownings at the park, even as usage skyrockets.
Arizona Governor Ducey Orders Flags At Half-Staff To Honor EMT Jacob Dindinger
7.30.2021
Governor Doug Ducey today ordered flags at all state buildings be lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset tomorrow, July 31, 2021, to honor Tucson Emergency Medical Techn...
Air Evac Lifeteam Celebrates 20 years of Service to Hill Country
7.29.2021
The Marble Falls Air Evac Lifeteam base, Air Evac 49, recently celebrated its 20th anniversary of serving patients in the Texas Hill Country. The air medical base opened in 20...
20-year-Old EMT Fights for Life After Being Shot in Head While Responding to Call: 'Pure Heart'
7.29.2021
Jacob "Jake" Dindinger had only been working as an EMT with American Medical Response for four months when the unthinkable happened.
Manchester Fire Rolls Out 'Squad 1' To Decrease Ambulance Calls
7.29.2021
The new program will expand its community paramedicine model and reduce the dependence on some mutual aid ambulances.
Ambulances in Ventura County Get Kits to Help Autistic Patients During Stressful Ride
7.29.2021
Every ambulance in Ventura County will soon carry sensory kits designed to help patients on the autism spectrum.
Robertsdale Approves AirMedCare Helicopter Plan Agreement
7.28.2021
The Robertsdale City Council voted Monday, July 19 to enter a plan agreement with AirMedCare to provide helicopter service at no cost should those on the plan or their familie...
Downshift: Responding to Employee Burnout
7.28.2021
Blount County American Medical Response (AMR) ambulance service is giving its employees a day off between shifts while keeping their pay the same in a significant move meant t...
COVID-19 Testing Sites on the Central Coast May See an Increase in Patients
7.27.2021
With the announcement that California will require state employees and health care workers to provide COVID-19 vaccine verification or get tested weekly, many testing centers ...
21 New EMS Graduates Set to Become Buffalo's Newest Healthcare Heroes through Program
7.27.2021
More than a dozen 'Earn While You Learn' academy graduates are set to become Buffalo's newest future healthcare heroes. Twenty-one American Medical response, or AMR, students ...
Air Evac Lifeteam Pilot Celebrates Career Milestone
7.27.2021
Bradley Childress has flown more than 2,000 patients
Save Rates for Cardiac Arrest Down Nationally, More Bystander CPR Needed
7.26.2021
While save rates for cardiac arrest have decreased by 4% on a national level, they’re increasing steadily on a local level in Rochester.
Program Designed to Encourage Growth in EMT Field
7.26.2021
American Medical Response is launching its “Earn While You Learn” training course in Fayette County. The service starts next month.
Citizen CPR Foundation Brings Lifesaving Professionals Together to Save More Lives
7.26.2021
"Wherever you are — or suddenly find yourself — on the chain of survival, you'll find Summit 2021 sessions tailored to you," says Ed Racht, MD, Chief Medical Officer, Global M...
Maui County EMS Chief Bids Farewell
7.26.2021
After 45 years of working in emergency medical services, Curt Morimoto is calling it a career. He is retiring as operations manager for AMR, ending a job path that took him fr...
Crews Push 45% Containment on 6-acre Redwood Fire
7.24.2021
Crews working on the 6-acre Redwood Highway Fire, first reported around 6:30 pm last night, managed to increase containment to 45% overnight.
Jacob Dindinger's Family Talks About Their Loved One
7.23.2021
The American Medical Response EMT was shot on July 18 in Tucson, Ariz.
Water rescue teams, ADOT Crews Ready
7.23.2021
All crews members in the Rural Metro Fire Department take part in swift water rescue training every year.
First Responders Honored for Managing Difficult Delivery
7.22.2021
Florence Fire and American Medical Response ambulance personnel received special recognition for outstanding patient care service for their assistance to a mother experiencing...
During a Wildfire, Here’s How Dispatchers Alert Residents and Firefighters
7.22.2021
Dispatchers are indispensable facets in this region’s die-hard battle against wildfires, particularly in the years since the 2017 North Bay firestorm that destroyed 5,300 home...
First Responders, Law Enforcement Paying Tribute to 9/11 Victims by Giving Blood
7.21.2021
Local law enforcement and first responders have already been answering the call to pay tribute to the 2,977 that died that day.
Firefighters from Across Nation Come to Southern Oregon’s Aid
7.20.2021
The team brought five fire engines from three cities in Arizona plus Knoxville, Tennessee, said Tim Soul, fire chief for rural-metro operations in Yuma, Arizona.
Vigil Honors Victims of Shooting Spree
7.20.2021
It’s something that means a lot to the AMR family who is still processing how someone could shoot two of their own.
NEMSMS Honors EMS, Air Medical Fallen with Cross-Country Procession, Memorial Events
7.19.2021
An opening ceremony at GMR's Texas HQ launched the 2021 NEMSMS. Follow all the media coverage of that and subsequent events to remember the 144 who gave their lives in the lin...
Police Say Children Found Safe After Deadly Shootings in Tucson
7.19.2021
Police have confirmed that children who were unaccounted for after a deadly shooting spree and house fire on Sunday, July 18, have been located and are safe. At least two peop...
Survivor of Mountain Fall Visits with Arctic Guardians Who Saved Him
7.16.2021
The rescue involved coordination between multiple agencies, including the 176th Wing, Alaska Air National Guard, Wrangell St. Elias National Park and Preserve Search and Rescu...
Multistate Procession Honoring EMS Workers Stopping in Knoxville
7.16.2021
On Monday, a procession honoring EMS workers will be stopping in Knoxville as they travel toward Arlington, Virginia. The multistate procession is a part of the countdown to t...
GMR Hosts Ceremony to Honor 100+ EMS Responders Lost in Line of Duty
7.16.2021
Global Medical Response Hosted the Inaugural Ceremony for the National EMS Memorial Service Procession at Texas-based location; procession will cover multiple states and stops...
First Responder Award Presented During Commissioners Meeting
7.13.2021
The first responder commendation was presented to Miranda Hicks a paramedic with Lifeguard EMS in recognition of her outstanding contributions to providing public safety for t...
A New Program Aims to Attract and Train Diverse Candidates
7.13.2021
The “Earn While You Learn” program paid a group of students to earn their EMT certification in hopes of diversifying the field.
Flight Paramedic Celebrates Career Milestone
7.12.2021
Matt Walton recently celebrated a career milestone – his 500th flight wings
Rural Metro Competing to Collect Blood Donations during "Remembering the Badges" blood drive
7.12.2021
For the 20th anniversary of the events of 9/11, the American Red Cross hopes to collect enough pints of blood equal to the number of lives lost on that day.
Oregon Wasn’t Prepared for the Heat Wave
7.12.2021
Randy Lauer, VP Operations, thinks Oregon could learn from best practices developed in the Southeast, where first responders have protocols for finding and evacuating vulnerab...
Sumter County (FL) Woman Honored For Life-Saving CPR
7.9.2021
An awards ceremony was held this week for Norma Martin, a Bushnell woman who saved her neighbor’s life with CPR during a cardiac arrest event. The event also reconnected the n...
He Saved a Woman's Life at Lake Berryessa
7.7.2021
AMR Napa has deployed new resources to Lake Berryessa, including a first-of-its-kind emergency boat. It is staffed by three or four caregivers and equipped with the same suppl...
Issue of Ambulance Response Times Sheds Light on Larger EMS Industry Problems
7.6.2021
Measuring response times is tricky, as calls are prioritized based on need. There are many factors at play, including an industry-wide shortage of EMTs and paramedics.
Woman Saved by Roommate and First Responder
7.6.2021
81 year old grants pass woman Maria Carbajal never expected she’d have to fight for her life after doing basic yard work outside her home.
Earn While You Learn: AMR launches Free Training Program to Help with EMS Shortage
7.2.2021
In an effort to combat position-wide shortages, Rochester AMR is launching ‘Earn While You Learn’, a new program built to bring more people on board. The program offers an opp...
Safety Tips for the 4th of July
7.2.2021
Whether your family is grilling outdoors, engaging in water activities, watching (or setting off) fireworks, or participating in celebratory parades, AMR wants to remind you o...
Banner Health Launches Helicopter Air Ambulance Service in Phoenix
7.1.2021
The new service represents a partnership between BannerAir and Global Medical Response and will provide four helicopters that will serve metro Phoenix.
New York State Assembly Members Burgos, Fernandez Join EMS Providers to Launch Earn While You Learn Training Program that Pays New EMT Recruits in New York City
6.29.2021
10-Week Course Will Ease Path to Rewarding Career, Offers Competitive Pay and Flexible Schedules
Fire Agencies Prepared and Ready for Increases in Wildfires
6.24.2021
Eight fire agencies including Rural Metro Fire, Medford Fire & Rescue, the Oregon Department of Forestry, the Bureau of Land Management, the U.S. Forest Service and more addre...
First Responders Receive Exceptional Life-Saving Award
6.24.2021
Area first responders, including Air Evac team members, received an Exceptional Life Saving Award presented by the East Central Regional EMS Committee.
AMR Launches Water Safey EMS Boat Program
6.21.2021
Ground Medical Transportation Provider to Deploy EMS Boat & Teams to Lake Berryessa during Peak Use Days
For the Homebound, Missions Provide COVID-19 Vaccine in Friendly Confines
6.21.2021
Homebound missions are among collaborative efforts between the state, local public health departments, case management agencies, and partners like the Colorado Springs Fire De...
Finding My Voice
6.18.2021
EMT Abdallah Al-Obaidi shares his journey from Iraq to Jordan to Georgia. Along the way, Al-Obaidi was thrilled to find more ways to connect with people as an EMT, first with ...
Hello Dolly
6.17.2021
AMR-Rural Metro Fire recently welcomed Dolly, a 17-month-old Goldendoodle certified by Global Medical Response as the fire station’s regional training and therapy dog to assis...
Emergency Responders Urge Continued Focus on Opioid Crisis
6.16.2021
Chris Stawasz, Northeast director of government affairs for AMR said the rise is concerning, and while the pandemic has rightfully taken a lot of the public health focus, it's...
Carbyne Raises $20M More So When Death Knocks, You Don’t Answer the Door
6.15.2021
The new funding was led by Global Medical Response. Carbyne and GMR have been partners since late 2020, and their ties are deepening. GMR COO Edward Van Horne will join Carbyn...
AeroCare Now Serving Hobbs, New Mexico
6.15.2021
New Air Medical Operation to Serve Community of Hobbs and Surrounding Regions
Guardian Flight Alaska Now Serving Fort Yukon
6.14.2021
Fixed Wing Air Medical Operation to Serve Arctic Circle and Surrounding Regions for Summer Months
Providence St. Mary Partners with REACH
6.14.2021
Providence St. Mary Medical Center on Friday announced a new partnership that will station a REACH Air Medical Services helicopter at the Apple Valley hospital, a move officia...
New Firehall for Corryton
6.9.2021
Captain Jeff Bagwell of Rural Metro said residents can expect faster response times for many areas and a better facility for the first responders based there. It is funded ent...
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Lifeguard Ambulance Service is Proud to Continue Serving Morgan County Residents
6.8.2021
EMS Provider Wins the Contract in Morgan County for the Third Time
AMR Youngstown is Now Hiring
6.8.2021
Ground Medical Transportation Service Provider Actively Hiring Qualified Paramedics
Family-owned Ambulance Service Acquired in Growing Trend
6.8.2021
The only locally owned ambulance company in Ventura County has been sold to a subsidiary of American Medical Response, making the national corporation the sole provider of amb...
AMR Seattle Announces Scholarships for EMT Students
6.8.2021
The scholarships will provide opportunities to earn the education needed to start a rewarding career with AMR as an EMT.
AT&T Launches Animal-Assisted Therapy for First Responders
6.8.2021
In advance of the 2021 storm season, FirstNet, Built with AT&T is introducing “ROG the Dog” animal-assisted therapy to support public safety on the front lines. AT&T is collab...
Hope is Coming To First Responders in West Michigan
6.7.2021
A group of 30 Labradoodles have been dispatched across the country as part of a program to supply first responders with a therapy dog. Hope will be permanently stationed in Gr...
Water Safety Encouraged
6.7.2021
Water safety practices and constant supervision is the cure to prevent child drowning and non-fatal drowning incidents.
Teen Buddies Begin Careers at Rural Metro
6.7.2021
In July, they begin the serious business of becoming reserve live-in firefighters with Rural Metro Fire. In the fall, they will start EMT School at Roane State Community Colle...
Rural Ambulance Services Fighting for Survival
6.4.2021
Recently, CNN, The New York Times spoke to us about access to care in rural America.
AT&T Launches Animal Assisted Therapy Initiative to Further Health & Wellness for America’s First Responders
6.3.2021
AT&T is collaborating with Global Medical Response (GMR) to provide the therapy dog services, which are especially meant for times of crises following natural or man-made disa...
Partnership EMS Program Graduates Honored in Ceremony
6.3.2021
The program allowed students not only to earn an EMT-Basic Class certificate debt-free but also to have a position at Abbott EMS after completing the necessary course work and...
Lifeguard EMS Donates Ambulance To County Chaplaincy Program
6.2.2021
The ambulance will be a mobile command center for helping people, especially families that have been displace from tornadoes, fires, floods, or if there’s a massive car accide...
First responders Rally Around Comrade in Time of Need
6.1.2021
AMR Paramedic Carlos Lizarraga, a resident of Imperial, was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia (AML). He is being supported by friends, co-workers and other first responder...
Baxter the Therapy Dog Provides Support to Paramedics
6.1.2021
The dog is based in San Diego but was sent to assist first responders in Imperial County during a COVID-19 surge.
Pay Contributing to EMT shortage
6.1.2021
So, why not bump up the pay to get more people interested in the field? Medicare and Medicaid rates don't cover even the cost of a call despite the need for readiness, that is...
SAR Chapter Honors Local Paramedic
6.1.2021
A Commendation Medal wennt to Paramedic Matthew Doi of AMR Fremont County. Matthew Doi has been an EMT since 2013 and a Paramedic with AMR Fremont County for four years. He is...
EMS Company Hopes Nationwide Staffing Shortages Ease
5.28.2021
A shortage of paramedics and EMTs has led to major issues for ambulance companies.
Lifeguard EMS Makes Investment in Patient Care
5.27.2021
New IV pumps have been distributed throughout the six-county service area.
AMR Partners with NASCAR to Salute Veterans and First Responders
5.27.2021
AMR is with NASCAR to honor members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans, first responders and their families through NASCAR Salutes Refreshed by Coca-Cola.
Lifeguard Ambulance Earns Prestigious CAAS Reaccreditation
5.27.2021
An independent review validates that accredited agencies are adhering to the highest standards in the industry.
AMR/City of Rochester Working on Nurse Navigator Program
5.25.2021
A new program under development may soon help defer some of the calls that don’t truly need life-saving immediate care to nurse navigators.
Vaccination Verification: To Require Or Not To Require?
5.24.2021
CrowdRx Medical Director Matt Friedman MD is emphatic about the importance of vaccinations for people in mass group settings like the Vax Live concert.
Everyone Benefits from AMR’s Safety Team Efforts in IMSA
5.24.2021
Members of the IMSA AMR Safety Team are ready to leap into action at a moment’s notice, attending to incidents on track, tending to the well-being of drivers involved, even as...
Rural Ambulance Crews are Running out of Money and Volunteers
5.24.2021
American Medical Response says it can't afford to keep providing services to Fremont County after losing $1.5 million in revenue last year.
Paramedics in Prescott Pull Woman out of Burning Car
5.24.2021
On May 13, Murray and EMT Madison Rubio were parked in their area in Prescott. EMT-In-Training Charlotte Payne was also on board when a few passerbys alerted them a woman had ...
Elko County Extends REACH Air Contract
5.21.2021
We are excited to be able to continue to serve the Elko community. Tom Liebman, northern Nevada regional director for REACH Air, said after Wednesday’s Elko County Commissione...
Cancer Alliance Receives Donation
5.21.2021
UP Health System Home Care & Hospice, AirMedCare Network, Guardian Flight and UP Honor Flight together raised over $2,700 to support The Delta County Cancer Alliance.
EMTs for AMR Honored During NTT INDYCAR GMR Grand Prix Race
5.21.2021
GMR is celebrating EMS Week by highlighting the work of two very special New Haven EMTs.
Flight Nurse for Air Evac Lifeteam Honored During NTT INDYCAR GMR Grand Prix Race
5.21.2021
In honor of EMS Week, GMR, along with NTT INDYCAR and Indianapolis Motor Speedway, invited Air Evac Lifeteam Flight Nurse, Carmen Hicks, to participate in special race day eve...
EMS One-Stop on Rural EMS Funding
5.20.2021
This podcast: EMS One-Stop discusses the realities, challenges and funding of rural EMS, where staffing and financial stressors have been further exacerbated by the pandemic.
100+ EMS Providers Honored
5.20.2021
The events of the last year has made us all realize just how valuable EMS providers are and how we are truly people that care and are there in that time of need.
AMR San Diego Takes Hospice Patient to the Beach One Last Time
5.20.2021
Sharp HospiceCare patient Maria O’Neal enjoyed a day at the beach with her son, Tony, courtesy of American Medical Response’s (AMR) Sentimental Journey program.
Doniphan Co. EMS Service to Outsource Staff
5.20.2021
Doniphan Co. Fire Dist. 2 has entered into a contract with AMR in Topeka to provide staffing after staff departures and low volunteer turnout. The change reflects the state of...
City of Spokane Inks New Four-year Deal for Ambulance Service
5.20.2021
The Spokane City Council approved a four-year contract with American Medical Response for ambulance services.
Global Medical Response Completes Transaction with Arizona Ambulance Transport
5.20.2021
The purchase agreement includes a fleet of 11 vehicles along with medical supplies and equipment. As a result of the purchase, 54 employees have transitioned to GMR.
AMR Paramedic Honored During NTT INDYCAR GMR Grand Prix Race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway
5.20.2021
Operations Supervisor Ryan Crohn participated in special race day events, including making the ceremonial announcement directing drivers to their cars.
AMR Discusses Earn While You Learn Program
5.18.2021
Patrick Pickering, regional director for AMR Springfield, speaks about nationwide EMT shortage and how to become an EMT.
New Banner Payson CEO Gives Update
5.18.2021
Banner is partnering with GMR to provide air ambulance transportation to the Payson and Phoenix area operating under the name Banner Air.
Washington Co. Commissioners to Consider Renewing Air Medical Transport Membership
5.17.2021
Commissioners will consider renewing the county’s AirMedCare Network municipal site membership and paying its associated invoice.
Rural Metro Fire Opens New Station
5.17.2021
Rural Metro Fire, Knox County relocated its Corryton station in Northeast Knox County to a new, larger facility and held a grand opening event Friday.
GMR to Honor Frontline EMS Caregivers
5.14.2021
As part of the 2021 Global Medical Response Grand Prix weekend hosted at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, GMR and the NTT INDYCAR SERIES will honor frontline EMS caregivers an...
Med-Trans Pilot Honored With Prestigious Award
5.12.2021
Pilot Melvin Hughes has received the Federal Aviation Administration's “Master Pilot” Award
Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital Expands Air Transport Operation
5.11.2021
Med-Trans-affiliated LifeLine medical air transport services has expanded its mission with the Tampa Bay-area hospital.
Nurse Shares Experience as Part of Air Evac Lifeteam
5.10.2021
"When bad things happen, I always want to be there to help," said AEL's Hunter Brunet. "So why sit and wait in a hospital for a bad thing to happen when I can go out and help ...
Global Medical Response Signs Agreement to Acquire Hunter Ambulance Group
5.6.2021
Hunter is one of the largest private ambulance providers in the New York City metro area. The deal will be finalized later this summer.
Insurance Agency Purchases Air Evac Lifeteam Membership for School Athletes
4.29.2021
AirMedCare Network provides financial peace of mind for patients and their families.
Air Evac Lifeteam Celebrates 20 Years of Service to the Texas Hill Country
4.29.2021
Marble Falls crews thank partners in care with barbecue celebrations in four communities.
American Medical Response to Lead Dallas County COVID-19 Vaccine Efforts
4.27.2021
As part of the Contract with Dallas County, AMR will Distribute up to 12,000 Vaccine Doses per Day
Ready, Set, Go in an Emergency
4.27.2021
Ready, Set, Go! is a nationwide program adopted by the 15 Arizona Sheriffs that educates residents about proactive measures to take before an emergency and actions to follow w...
GMR Appoints First Chair of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Resource Group
4.27.2021
Talma M. Carstarphen, director of Marketing Proposal Development, will serve as chair.
American Medical Response Announces New Partnership With Superstar Racing Experience
4.27.2021
AMR to Provide Four-Person Safety Team for New Six-Race, Short-Track Series
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Air Evac Lifeteam to Open New Air Medical Base
4.26.2021
New Operation to Provide Lifesaving Care to Residents in Emergency Situations
Officers, First Responders Graduate from Crisis Intervention Team Training
4.26.2021
This graduating class included staff from American Medical Response.
Virtual Care Spreads in Missouri Health System, Home to ‘Hospital Without Beds’
4.26.2021
When Tom Becker was diagnosed with an irregular heartbeat in March 2020, the 60-year-old EMS helicopter pilot from Washington, Missouri, worried he would never fly again.
Rural Ambulance Crews Have Run Out of Money and Volunteers
4.26.2021
Strained by pandemic-era budget cuts, stress and a lack of revenue, at least 10 ambulance companies in Wyoming are in danger of shuttering — some imminently.
Jerry Harnish: Rural Metro’s Quiet Chief
4.26.2021
It’s not every day that you meet someone like Jerry Harnish. Since he was 22 and straight out of Emory & Henry University, his life’s passion and profession have been communit...
New Haven Partners with AMR to Vaccinate Homebound Residents
4.22.2021
This partnership with AMR will enable us to reach a vulnerable segment of our community that might otherwise find it very difficult to get vaccinated,” said New Haven Health D...
Cigna Launches COVID-19 Vaccine Transportation for Medicare Advantage Members
4.21.2021
Cigna is working with its Medicare Advantage transportation vendor, Access2Care, which coordinates transportation for customers. Participating transportation companies will va...
Dallas County to Hand Over COVID Vaccine Distribution to AMR
4.21.2021
Dallas County will spend up to $30 million in federal coronavirus aid to pay for future vaccine efforts, including pop-up inoculation sites and walk-in clinics. Commissioners ...
Focusing on Today
4.16.2021
Cancer patient Charlie Moore was in the fight of his life. An emergency and a call to 911 had a profound impact on him. He credits the team at Rural Metro Fire and their quick...
Bridgeport Officials Announce Start of Earn While You Learn Academy for Aspiring EMTs
4.16.2021
The program allows for on-the-job training while taking the necessary certification courses to become emergency medical technicians. Officials with American Medical Response s...
Taylor Swift Sends A Gift And Handwritten Note To Middle Georgia Nurse On Front Lines
4.16.2021
Britta Thomason, a nurse with AirEvac Lifeteam and a Middle Georgia native, recently shared her love of Swift’s music during an interview that focused on her career as a fligh...
Metro-Atlanta Teens Recognized for Saving their 67-year-old Grandmother
4.16.2021
Fire crews and paramedics said if it weren’t for these two young men, their grandmother likely wouldn’t be here today.
Sonoma Life Support and Gold Ridge Fire Protection District Announce Partnership
4.14.2021
Sonoma Life Support, operated by AMR, will begin stationing an Advanced Life Support ambulance at Gold Ridge Fire Protection District Station 2 24-hours a day starting this mo...
How IMSA's AMR Safety Team Keeps Drivers Safe
4.13.2021
Members of IMSA's AMR Safety Team break down the unique opportunity in motorsport medical and rescue response.
AMR Celebrates 60 Years of Service in Yakima
4.13.2021
The operation, located in Yakima, first opened its doors in February 1961, operating as Yakima Ambulance.
Sheriff’s Office Tips Hat to Call-takers During National Public Safety Communicators Week
4.13.2021
Our public safety dispatchers and call takers are an extraordinary group of women and men who answer calls for help 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
'Recovery Activities' Ease Mental Health Challenges in EMS Workers
4.13.2021
A recent study included 70 EMS workers at American Medical Response in Syracuse, New York.
EMTs and Paramedics are the Community's Unsung Heroes
4.13.2021
When the ambulance shows up, they don’t stop and ask if you have health insurance. They don’t stop and ask about your ability to pay for those services. They don’t care if you...
An Interview with Charlie Burgoyne of Valkyrie
4.13.2021
Valkyrie recently partnered with Global Medical Response, the largest ambulance company in the world, to develop COVID-19 modeling tools and resource allocation plans to expan...
AMR Assists in GA Tornado Response
4.8.2021
Last week, there was an F4 tornado that hit the areas of Coweta County, Georgia, and the City of Newnan. Coweta County Fire called for assistance, and American Medical Respons...
River Medical Achieves CAAS Reaccreditation
4.7.2021
Accreditation places leading AZ ambulance provider in top 2 percent of ambulance companies nationwide.
City of New Haven Partners with AMR on Earn While You Learn Program
4.6.2021
AMR’s award-winning Earn While You Learn program is designed to ease the transition for those wanting to become EMS professionals.
Emergency Health Workers Three Times More at Risk of Depression, PTSD
4.6.2021
AMR frontline employees were part of a study finding that EMS workers are three times more likely to suffer depression and PTSD than the general public.
EMS Week 2021
4.5.2021
The theme for EMS Week 2021 announced: This is EMS: Caring for Our Communities. The annual campaign recognizes the heroes who provide emergency medical services in communities...
Nevada’s Fight Against COVID-19 Grows
4.5.2021
Las Vegas-based Station Casinos announced it would begin offering vaccinations on April 6 with the help of American Medical Response (AMR) ambulance company.
Team Goes Door-to-Door in San Diego's Barrio Logan to Set Up COVID-19 Vaccinations
4.2.2021
AMR employees joined an out-reach team in a San Diego neighborhood hit hard by the pandemic to sign up residents for coronavirus vaccine appointments this weekend.
Las Vegas Casino Selects AMR to Administer Employee Vaccine Program
4.1.2021
Station Casinos announced an on-site vaccination program, adminstered by American Medical Response, that will enable employees and their families to get vaccinated at the Comp...
Med-Trans Corporation Announces In-Network Agreement With Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
4.1.2021
BCBS members in Alabama will not receive balance bills when transported by Med-Trans
American Medical Response Implements Innovative ET3 Pilot Program in Dekalb County, Ga.
3.31.2021
ET3 program aims to improve quality, lower costs and reduce avoidable emergency department transports
Dublin, GA, Flight Nurse on the Frontlines of COVID-19
3.29.2021
AirEvac Lifeteam's Britta Thomason has served on the frontlines of COVID-19 as both a flight nurse and as part of the Nurse Navigation Line for Global Medical Response crews d...
Pink Ambulance Hits the Streets for Breast Cancer Awareness
3.29.2021
AMR Troup County (Ga.) outfitted one of its rigs with pink colors and ribbons to show support for the fight against breast cancer.
Bayflite 4 is Now Med-Trans Florida
3.29.2021
Bayflite 4 unveils new name for Brooksville Air Medical Base.
20-year-old Begins EMT Journey
3.25.2021
Ashtyn Overton graduated from AMR’s Earn While You Learn program on March 12 and soon will run calls on some of the 16 ambulances serving the county via contract.
How the Therapy Dog Program is Helping EMS Providers Cope with 'Unimaginable' Stress
3.24.2021
Goldendoodles Saydee and Bodhi have made it their mission to relieve the emotional stress.
NASCAR Dogs Can Sniff Out COVID-19 With up to 98% Accuracy
3.22.2021
If they smell the virus in their 30 seconds of screening, the sniffer dogs will alert their handler, and the individual infected with COVID-19 will have to undergo secondary s...
Hundreds of Frontline Workers Receive COVID-19 Vaccine at Union Superstation
3.22.2021
San Diego & Imperial Counties Labor Council partnered with American Medical Response to distribute vaccines.
Yolo County Teaming up to Deliver COVID Vaccinations to Homebound Seniors
3.22.2021
Thanks to a partnership between Yolo County and AMR homebound seniors 65 and older can schedule free in-home COVID-19 vaccinations.
Eighth Circuit Holds States Cannot Regulate AirMedCare Network Memberships
3.17.2021
AirMedCare Network to Resume Sales of Air Ambulance Memberships in North Dakota
The pandemic shut down NASCAR a year ago. The vaccine provides hope for full return.
3.16.2021
NASCAR icon Richard Petty has put his face on the campaign to more widely distribute the COVID-19 vaccine. Dr. Ryan Stanton, medical director of the AMR/NASCAR safety team, ap...
A look Inside One of Arlington’s Vaccination Centers
3.15.2021
Members of the Arlington Fire Department, military personnel as well as members of FEMA and AMR – distinguishable only by the uniforms they wear, work together to provide vacc...
Brian Pratt: Rural Metro Pro Loves Patient Care
3.15.2021
Pratt has spent more than half his life in emergency services work for his community. He is a rare breed.
Paramedic Chronicles the Daily Tragedy of Drug Overdoses Before and During Pandemic
3.15.2021
AMR paramedic Peter Canning, who responded to thousands of heroin overdose calls, has written a book about his experiences and his views on the continuing deadly opioid epidem...
SevenBar Aviation Earns Validated Safety Management System
3.15.2021
Federal Aviation Administration awards the company with Active Conformance designation
Springfield Housing Authority and City Partner to Provide COVID vaccines to Public Housing Residents
3.10.2021
The program is part of the state’s Phase II vaccine deployment plan to vaccine eligible residents of public housing. The city’s Health and Human Services Department and Americ...
Senate Passes Ambulance Treatment in Place Language
3.9.2021
The U.S. Senate passed language for Medicare coverage of emergency treatment in place of lower acuity patients by ground ambulance services providers and suppliers during the ...
AMR Service Implements ET3 Program
3.9.2021
AMR in Sumter County has been selected as a participant to implement the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ (CMS) Emergency Triage, Treat and Transport (ET3) program.
GMR's Rural/Metro Fire Operations Completes Asset Purchase of Capstone Fire & Safety Management Operations
3.8.2021
Agreement will Enhance GMR’s Portfolio of Wildland, Industrial and Technical Fire Services.
Marble Falls AEL Flight Paramedic Featured in Fox's #See Her Campaign
3.8.2021
Alyssa “Benny” Benford featured in 30-second spot on International Women’s Day.
Caring for the Caregivers
3.8.2021
First responders and health care workers get calming quality time with UpReach horses.
Flying into Service: Air Evac Lifeteam
3.8.2021
Since July of 2008, Air Evac Lifeteam has been providing life-saving emergency services to Boyle and seven surrounding counties from the Danville-Boyle County Airport’s Stuart...
Drivers to Stay Busy, Safe this Week at INDYCAR Content Days
3.4.2021
INDYCAR has partnered with AMR to ensure that that all Content Days participants, including drivers, partners, promoters and more, will be tested for COVID-19 every day they a...
Arizona Paramedic was First Inspired by Fifth Grade Teacher
3.3.2021
For 23 years, Keith Lowry, paramedic for LifeLine Ambulance, has served in emergency medical services. He was first inspired to become a paramedic by his fifth-grade teacher, ...
Boost for EMT Students
3.1.2021
AMR is partnering with Southwestern College to increase access to affordable Emergency Medical Technician degrees through a new scholarship. The AMR Diversity and Inclusion Sc...
Communicators as the Ultimate Integrators of the Human Experience
2.26.2021
Published by IABC and authored by Donna Itzoe, SVP Marketing & Communications, the article outlines trends shaping communication in 2021 and beyond.
New Members Appointed to Ventura County Workforce Board
2.26.2021
Jeremey Shumaker, regional director of operations for AMR joins the board.
FEMA COVID-19 Vaccine Site Opens in Arlington
2.26.2021
This effort is a partnership between the federal government, the City of Arlington, Tarrant County Public Health, the Arlington Fire Department, American Medical Response, the...
Florida Chamber Safety Council Adds Two Advisory Board Members
2.25.2021
The Florida Chamber Safety Council announced the addition of two new Advisory Board members. Dr. Joshua Chard, director of product and corporate safety for Altec® Industries, ...
21K Shots A Week: COVID-19 Community Vaccination Center Opens At Globe Life Field
2.24.2021
The Arlington Fire Department and American Medical Response, with collaboration from the Rangers and the Cowboys, have been working with state and federal partners to ready Gl...
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Air Evac Lifeteam to Open Air Medical Base in Clarinda
2.24.2021
Base serves residents within a 70-mile radius.
Emergency Response Crews Plead with Drivers to Move Over
2.23.2021
It’s important for drivers to move to the right so that emergency response vehicles can get around traffic safely on the left.
Community Comes Together to Aid Nursing Home Residents
2.20.2021
First responders from across the area and Waxahachie ISD employees worked together to facilitate the evacuation of residents from Focused Care nursing home.
The EMS Handoff: Addiction Among Us
2.18.2021
AAA Podcast features “Capt. Kirk,” a 40-year veteran of EMS and public safety currently working for Reach.
No. 77 Chevy to Showcase AirMedCare Network in Daytona Road Race
2.17.2021
Spire Motorsports will showcase AirMedCare Network aboard the team’s No. 77 Chevrolet Camaro with driver Justin Haley in Sunday’s NASCAR Cup Series (NCS) O’Reilly Auto Parts 2...
CDC Warns of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning as Winter Weather Continues
2.16.2021
Jeff Bagwell with Rural Metro Fire spoke with WVLT, sharing tips to keep you and your family safe during the cold winter months.
Rural Metro: Don't Drive Over Fire Hoses
2.15.2021
Avoid driving over fire hoses, parts under your car can get hot and damage the hose and impede firefighting.
AMR Crews Chain Up to Respond During Severe Weather
2.15.2021
Emergency crews still need to respond to emergencies and often, during severe weather, they’re responding to things caused by the weather itself.
Frontline Workers Put Community First
2.15.2021
A large number of frontline and other essential employees have “given their all” in Elko County throughout the deadly Covid-19 pandemic.
Major Medical Transport Firm Aids Employers as they Get Back to Business Safely
2.12.2021
In 2020, Global Medical Response launched a comprehensive program to protect its 37,000 front-line employees. Soon, their clients were asking for the program to be adapted to ...
REACH Air Medical Services Opens Air Medical Base in Salton City
2.5.2021
REACH Air Medical Services (REACH) today announced the opening of its newest emergency air medical transport base in Salton City, CA.
Air Evac Lifeteam Helicopter has a New Look
2.4.2021
Abilene air medical base proudly flying Hendrick Health colors.
Senators Cortez Masto and Cassidy Introduce Bill on Ambulance Treatment in Place
2.4.2021
Senators Catherine Cortez Masto and Bill Cassidy, MD introduced legislation (S. 149) to allow for Medicare reimbursement under certain circumstances of treatment in place by g...
Cybersecurity for EMS AAA Webinar Feb. 25
2.3.2021
Join Sean Tuley, Chief Information Officer and Mark Campbell, VP, Chief Information Security Officer on Thursday, February 25, 2021 from 3-4 p.m. EST as they host a AAA webina...
DeSantis: Villages, Fl, Vaccine Site To Receive 4,000 Doses With Promise Of Regular Supply
2.2.2021
Thanks to a boost in vaccines from the federal government, a mass vaccination site in The Villages will start up again. Florida seniors can register at sumterfl.saferestart.ne...
Ellis County, TX, Forms Vaccination Hub, Selects GMR SafeRestart Vaccine Management Platform
1.28.2021
The State of Texas requires that a vaccination hub implement a registration software solution for vaccine administration. The Ellis County Commissioners' Court approved the pu...
Governor Ducey Speeds up Distribution of Arizona Coronavirus Vaccines
1.27.2021
Gov. Doug Ducey, (R-Ariz.), issued an advisory Tuesday accelerating the statewide distribution of the coronavirus vaccine. The Governor also called for doses to be moved to wh...
Editorial: Don’t Blame GMR for Lack of Vaccine
1.25.2021
The State of Florida is who vaccines are distributed to and has the sole authority to distribute to those who administer the vaccines.
The Life of Daryl Tombs was Celebrated with a Funeral Procession
1.24.2021
The funeral of Daryl Tombs, was followed by an EMS procession to the Seaman Cemetery in Savona.
NAEMSP Introduces 2021 Board of Directors
1.22.2021
The board members were welcomed this week at the association's 2021 Annual Meeting.
AirMed International Partners with the Pac-12 Conference for 2020-21 Season
1.21.2021
AirMed is providing air medical transportation services for Pac-12 student-athletes this season.
Florida Must Wait on U.S. Government for Vaccines
1.21.2021
A nationwide COVID-19 vaccine shortage is creating postponements and frustrations among Florida seniors hoping to get vaccinated against the coronavirus. This shortage affecte...
Arizona Passes 300,000 Mark in COVID-19 Vaccine Doses Administered
1.21.2021
AMR has helped Arizona reach 320,000 doses of COVID-19 vaccine administered. AMR assists at the state's first 24/7 vaccination site at State Farm Stadium where more than 46,00...
AirMed International Partners with Pac-12 Conference
1.21.2021
GMR's AirMed International is providing air medical transportation services for student-athletes of the Pac-12 Conference during the league's 2020-21 academic season.
Ban on Surprise Medical Bills Could Reshape U.S. Air Ambulance Industry
1.20.2021
Several sections in the No Surprises Act focus specifically on air ambulances, making it potentially the most consequential legislation for the U.S. air ambulance industry sin...
Global Medical Response Suspends COVID-19 Vaccines in Sumter County Due to National Vaccine Shortage
1.16.2021
Global Medical Response (GMR), announced today that it has suspended the operation of the mass vaccination site in Sumter County Florida due to unforeseen circumstances surrou...
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Street Response Team Begins Mission
1.15.2021
Trained health care professionals who are not members of law enforcement have started to assist people in Portland as part of an innovative non-police response to people in cr...
EMS Community Helps Paramedic as he and his son Battle COVID-19
1.14.2021
The EMS community is coming together to help one of their own get back on his feet after both he and his son were hospitalized with COVID-19. Garett Hensley has been a paramed...
Carbyne Raises $25M for a Next-Generation Platform to Improve Emergency 911 Responses
1.14.2021
Emergency services continue to be a major force when it comes to coping with the Covid-19 health pandemic, and today a company that is building technology to help them run bet...
First Responder Recounts Deployment to NYC Amid COVID-19 Surge, Overseeing Vaccines Back Home
1.13.2021
As the vaccine rolls out across North Texas, AMR first responder Michael Marsh is especially aware of just how far the medical community has come. In March, Marsh the Operatio...
Gov. DeSantis Helps Debut New COVID-19 Vaccine Site at The Villages
1.12.2021
Through a partnership with the Florida Department of Health and Global Medical Response, those who are 65 and older can receive a vaccine free of charge at a new outdoor site....
Los Angeles (CA) Ambulance Crews Struggle Amid Bottlenecks
1.11.2021
“While we’re trained to deal with crises, something like this has never been seen in anybody’s lifetime that’s in healthcare right now,” said Tom Wagner, west group president ...
NH First Responders Receiving First Shot of Vaccine
1.11.2021
As some Granite State health care workers are receiving their second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, other first responders are now getting their first. "Very safe vaccine. I re...
Springfield Sets up COVID Vaccines for First Responders
1.8.2021
Health Commissioner Helen R. Caulton Harris said Thursday that the city will provide coronavirus vaccines to hundreds of first responders next week.
Longtime TN Firefighter Dies from COVID-19
1.8.2021
John Howell Clift, a firefighter with Knoxville's Rural Metro Fire Department for more than 40 years, died Saturday after he was hospitalized with the virus in early December.
To Streamline COVID-19 Inoculations, Texas will Start Sending Doses to Large Vaccination Hubs
1.8.2021
To facilitate the roll-out of COVID-19 vaccinations, Texas will begin shipping most doses to large providers that can innoculate at least 100K people per week.
Life Force Air Medical Pilot Dies from COVID-19, EMS Colleagues Mourn
1.6.2021
LifeForce Air Medical announced the passing of one of their own. Pilot 'Stu Baze' passed away after battling the coronavirus, his colleagues along with Erlanger officials and ...
Western New York EMS Personnel Start Getting COVID-19 Vaccine
1.5.2021
There's more than 2 million healthcare personnel in the state. Since they've been at the forefront of the pandemic for the past year, they've been prioritized to get the COVID...
EMT Jessica Wright is Working to Stop the Spread
12.30.2020
Veteran Emergency Medical Technician Jessica Wright has been refining her craft for over nine years and last year transferred over to American Medical Response just before the...
AMR, Napa Valley’s Trusted Paramedic Emergency Response and Public Safety Partner
12.23.2020
In times like these, when safety is more of a concern than ever, it's not enough to just be an adequate medical response team. AMR believes in going above and beyond.
A Holiday Surprise to AMR COVID-19 Test Site Workers
12.23.2020
With the Christmas holiday days away, people were lining up at COVID-19 testing sites across western Mass, sometimes waiting for hours.
Helping Aspiring EMT’s Gain Hands-On Experience
12.23.2020
The city of Buffalo has joined the American Medical Response team in a launch of their 9th Earn While You Learn Academy.
AirMed Care, Donors Made Blood Drive a Success
12.21.2020
AirMed Care hosted a blood drive in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan in November. As a result of their efforts, nine pints of blood, were collected, enough to potentially save ...
New Signs Signify Positive Change in West Plains
12.14.2020
Air Medical Group Holdings’ sign is replaced with Global Medical Response.
Three Illinois Air Evac Lifeteam Crews Now Carry Whole Blood on Every Flight
12.14.2020
Air Evac Lifeteam partners with Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center to provide blood to trauma patients.
Hawaii Life Flight, AMR, Add Four-Legged Sweetheart to EMS Team
12.14.2020
Therapy dog will help Paramedics, EMTs and Flight Crews with work stress.
Dr. Ed Racht on Yahoo Finance Live
12.8.2020
GMR Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Ed Racht, discusses the impact of the increasing number of COVID-19 cases on EMS.
Dr. Ed Racht Speaks to MSNBC
12.8.2020
GMR Chief Medical Director Dr. Ed Racht discuses the impact of spiking COVID-19 cases on EMS and 911 systems with Brian Williams.
Las Vegas Ambulance Companies Struggle Amid Pandemic Challenges, Limited Federal Funding
12.5.2020
Glenn Kasprzyk, GMR SW Region President, appears on Fox 4 Las Vegas to discuss the strain on the 911 system during the pandemic.
Randy Owen on CNBC
12.4.2020
Randy Owen, GMR Chief Executive Officer, joins Acadian CEO Richard Zuschlag on CNBC's Squawk on the Street to discuss the current state of the EMS industry and the impact COVI...
First Responder Discusses Being Priority to Receive COVID-19 Vaccine
12.4.2020
Healthcare workers, nursing home residents and staff, and first responders are at the top of the list for the COVID-19 vaccine, whenever it becomes available. Jeff Bagwell, sp...
Ambulance Companies Struggle During the Pandemic
12.4.2020
AMR VP, Operations, Mike Addario discusses the response to the pandemic including the impact on reimbursements and PPE stockpiling.
Ambulance Companies in Colorado Need PPE Funding
12.3.2020
Ambulance companies in Colorado and across the nation say COVID-19 has the industry at a breaking point.
Dr. Ed Racht on MSNBC's Morning Joe
12.3.2020
GMR Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Ed Racht, discusses the COVID-19 pandemic response.
Med-Trans Corp. Delivers New Air Ambulance to Launch HCA Virginia Healthcare Ambulance
12.3.2020
New helicopter at Chippenham Hospital adds to regional Medflight options.
AAA Says Ambulance Companies at 'A Breaking Point' After Receiving Little COVID Aid
12.1.2020
In a letter obtained exclusively by NBC News, the American Ambulance Association told the Department of Health and Human Services that “the 911 emergency medical system throug...
As Winter Approaches, Hypothermia Fears Mount
11.30.2020
Risk factors for hypothermia deaths are age — the elderly are more vulnerable to body temperature changes — and misuse of drugs or alcohol.
Twice in 40 Days: An EMS System’s Response to Two of the Largest Wildfires in CA State History
11.24.2020
Already grappling with the effects of COVID-19, GMR's Napa team mounted an EMS response to successfully evacuate the same rural hospital twice in 40 days while simultaneously ...
AMR and UofL Health Announce New Partnership
11.24.2020
This agreement will improve care and transportation experience for patients
AMR Offers Safety Precautions for Holiday Gatherings
11.23.2020
The COVID-19 pandemic has left people feeling overwhelmed and isolated, and while the holidays present an opportunity to gather together with friends and family to celebrate, ...
BLADE Adds Pre-Flight COVID Tests For Shared Private Jet Flights
11.23.2020
The pre-boarding testing is administered before check-in. It is performed on-site by CrowdRX, a division of Global Medical Response.
GMR Deploys Medical Personnel and Ambulances to Support FEMA’s COVID-19 Response in Minnesota
11.19.2020
Company deploys crews and vehicles from AMR and other EMS providers.
CBS This Morning: Air Ambulances Being Used for Covid Transports as Hospitalizations Surge
11.18.2020
As El Paso, TX, cases continue to rise, AirMed International is transporting patients to hospitals across Texas.
Dr. Ed Racht on Bloomberg Balance of Power
11.18.2020
Dr. Ed Racht, GMR's Chief Medical Officer, speaks to Bloomberg about the increasing volume of COVID-19 patients across the country.
REACH Air Medial Services Offers Safety Guide for the Holidays
11.17.2020
REACH Air Medical Services is encouraging people to gather safely for the holidays and offers some tips on how to celebrate safely.
Air Evac Lifeteam Completes Move to Natchitoches
11.17.2020
Air Evac Lifeteam has a new home at the Natchitoches Regional Airport.
'Air Medical Transport is Definitely a Life Saver’: Air Ambulances Help Decrease Rising Hospital Rates
11.12.2020
Air ambulance companies are assisting hospitals as they struggle with the increase of hospital rates. With hospitalization rates rising, air ambulance companies are helping ou...
AMR Paramedics Honored for Saving Lives
11.11.2020
Paramedics Jennifer Hutchinson, Joao Bernardo and Nicholas Biuso received an award for their intervention and care of a patient who was suffering from a potentially deadly hea...
REACH Air Medical Services Relocates Fixed-Wing Air Medical Base to Redding
11.9.2020
The 24-hour airplane base will begin operations in Redding on November 9.
Taking Your Safety Temperature
11.6.2020
Learn how to put structure to your patient safety program while changing the culture and measuring progress.
COVID-19 Lessons: The Time is Now to Improve Healthcare Efficiencies
11.6.2020
In Collaborative Case Management, Special COVID-19 Issue, GMR's Jeff McCollom, SVP Business Development and Denise Treadwell, President, AirMed International discuss how onlin...
AAMS Recognizes 2 LIFE FORCE Members During National Conference
11.5.2020
The Association of Air Medical Services recognized Robert Berger, flight paramedic; and Robbie Tester, senior director of LIFE FORCE, Erlanger Regional Operations Center and E...
AMR Paramedic Shares His Experience, Inspires Students
11.5.2020
In Sean O'Donnell's classroom, a guy who helps people — teaches students how to help people. Sean's a paramedic who shares what he knows with students at Eastern Monroe Career...
GMR EMS Week Celebrations Focus on the Front Line
11.3.2020
Company extends childcare stipends, distributes 30,000 recognition bonuses for frontline caregivers.
How Covid-19 is Reshaping Air Medical Operations in the U.S.
11.3.2020
The ever-shifting response to an ongoing coronavirus pandemic continues to reshape HEMS in America and will reverberate through the sector for years to come. Dr. Ed Racht, chi...
Global Medical Response Activates National Command Center ahead of Tuesday’s Election
11.2.2020
GMR activated its National Command Center (NATCOM) in Dallas Monday morning.
Emergent Leadership: Speaking with Ted Van Horne
11.2.2020
EMS Today Host Brett Lyle sits down with Ted Van Horne, Chief Operating Officer of Global Medical Response who discusses how he got started in EMS, his career trajectory, how ...
Debora Gault & Tom Tornstrom Receive AAA President’s Award
10.30.2020
Deb Gault, GMR, is receiving the award for leading the efforts with the AAA, to address the outstanding billing issues for ground ambulance services with the Veterans Affairs ...
Amarillo Medical Services Fully Operational After Roof Collapses
10.29.2020
Company continuing to respond to medical emergencies.
AMR Releases Statement on EMSA Contract
10.28.2020
American Medical Response notifies Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA) of contract termination.
Global Medical Response Mobilizes More Than 50 Crew Members, 25 Ambulances for Hurricane Zeta
10.28.2020
Deployment is the company';s fourth deployment in a historic hurricane season.
Flagging Monsoon Leads to Longer Arizona Wildfire Season
10.27.2020
Arizona's lack of monsoons and extreme drought conditions this year have lengthened the fire season for the state as well as making fires more severe.
Workforce Program Aims to Mitigate EMT Shortage with Cost-Free Training
10.27.2020
AMR is hiring a new class of EMTs for its Earn While You Learn program.
Contra Costa County Fire Protection District Unveils New Firefighting Helicopter
10.26.2020
Con Air 1, an Airbus H-145 utility helicopter, is equipped with a 144-gallon bucket the agency is using to battle wildfires and is shared between the District and REACH Air Me...
Lisa Jacoba is HR’s First Responder
10.26.2020
At Global Medical Response, Lisa Jacoba ensures that frontline workers and support function employees are treated with the utmost care and respect.
USAMRDC’s Body Cooling System Scores Prestigious Award
10.23.2020
The effort gained traction when the Medical Technology Transfer office signed a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement with CrowdRx, a Global Medical Response company.
UF Health Jacksonville Doctor, Flight Program Director Improvise for Helicopter Crew
10.23.2020
Amid the COVID-19 crisis, UF Health Jacksonville's helicopter crew suddenly found themselves without filter adapters for their N-95 masks that had gone on backorder.
Off-duty Officers, AMR Paramedic Honored
10.23.2020
The city of Waco presented Waco PD officer Adam Beseda, Lacy Lakeview PD Lt. David Cummings and AMR's Richard Lednicky, who is also a city councilman in Lacy Lakeview, with li...
EMS Counts Act Introduced in Congress
10.21.2020
The bill seeks to ensure a more accurate count of EMS personnel in the country, so states and localities can better leverage the workforce in disasters.
AeroCare to Offer Ground Ambulance Service in the Permian Basin Starting This Month
10.20.2020
Trusted Provider Expanding Services to Address Needs, Population Growth.
AMR Announces Event Medical Services for 2020 MLB World Series Games
10.20.2020
Through its partnership with the Texas Rangers, AMR will deliver EMS support for players and staff during games hosted at Globe Life Field.
AMR Orlando Debuts Breast Cancer Awareness Ambulance
10.19.2020
American Medical Response (has unveiled its newest vehicle – a Ford Transit ambulance wrapped in pink for breast cancer awareness.
AMR Takes Extra Precautions to Protect Paramedics Against COVID-19
10.19.2020
American Medical Response (AMR) takes multiple precautions to prevent the spread of COVID 19. Paramedics and EMTs must wear personal protective equipment (PPE) from head to to...
County Program Allows Some 911 Callers to Speak with a Nurse, Consider ER Alternatives
10.15.2020
The DeKalb County 911 Nurse Navigation Program, a partnership between AMR and DeKalb County, aims to better manage EMS call volume.
GMR Mobilizes More than 100 Crew Members, 50 Ambulances and Paratransit Assets for Hurricane Delta
10.9.2020
As part of American Medical Response's (AMR) FEMA contract, GMR is deploying several ground crews and medical transportation assets to provide aid to communities in the path o...
AMR Debuts Ambulances Honoring 9/11 Heroes and Victims
10.9.2020
American Medical Response has adds two ambulances designed to honor the victims who died and the heroes who responded to the September 11, 2001 attacks on our country.
Beyond Lucid Technologies Publishes COVID-19 Data
10.7.2020
Written in two parts — “COVID-19 Exposure Tracking Within Enterprises,” and “Canaries in the Coal Mine?: COVID-19 Symptoms & Impressions Among ePCRs Created using MEDIVIEW, Zo...
Dekalb County and American Medical Response Partner to Provide Innovative Emergency Healthcare Option
10.7.2020
The Nurse Navigation program launched in Georgia will improve access to emergency medical resources and improve the patient experience.
REACH Air Offers Flu-Prevention Advice
10.7.2020
With growing concerns about the impact the coming flu season could have on healthcare systems recovering from the outbreak of COVID-19, health experts are encouraging widespre...
AMR Partners with DeKalb County to Implement New Innovative Emergency Healthcare Solution
10.6.2020
The DeKalb County 911 Nurse Navigation Program activates countywide today and provides residents access to a wider variety of care options to meet specific medical needs.
Vital Sign Monitoring During Out‐of‐Hospital Pediatric Advanced Airway Management
10.2.2020
Two members of the GMR Medicine team, Lynn White, MS and Geneva Whitmore, MPH, recently published an article in the Journal of the American College of Emergency Physicians. Th...
Historic Flight Foundation to Honor First Responders
10.2.2020
The passengers will include a paramedic from AMR, an ICU nurse, a deputy chief from the Spokane Fire Department, an emergency services director from Providence Sacred Heart an...
American Medical Response Deploys Southern California Strike Team to August Complex Fire
10.1.2020
Teams from American Medical Response Riverside, Los Angeles and San Diego Counties will deploy Thursday to the August Complex Fire in Mendocino County to provide medical suppo...
GMR Mobilizes Crews, Ground and Air Assets to Evacuate St. Helena Hospital Amid Fast-Moving Wildfire
9.27.2020
Teams from AMR and REACH are Assisting with Evacuation Efforts, Fire Line Medical Aid, and Patient Transfers.
Fire, EMS Communications Take Top Honor
9.25.2020
AMR Sumter County Fire and EMS Communications Center is the 283rd emergency dispatch center in the world to attain International Academies of Emergency Dispatch (IAED) status ...
AMR Cheyenne Works and Plays in the Local Community
9.22.2020
For 25 years, the team at American Medical Response's Cheyenne operation has provided quality medical care to Laramie County residents. This is how the AMR team makes a differ...
Sierra Lifeflight Employee Receives Award of Excellence from the Association of Air Medical Services
9.14.2020
Lisa Davis, Clinical Base Manager for Sierra Lifeflight, has been recognized with the Association of Air Medical Services 2020 Fixed Wing Award of Excellence.
Crews from Arizona Helping with Wildfire Containment Efforts in California
9.14.2020
As wildfires continue to devastate some Western states, crews from other states are there to help, including Rural Metro Fire teams from Arizona.
Guardian Flight Opens New Air Medical Base in Colorado
9.10.2020
Guardian Flight has announced the opening of its newest emergency air medical transport base in Alamosa, Colorado. The base provides air medical transport services 24-hours a ...
Air Evac Lifeteam and Med-Trans Join with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
9.10.2020
Officials with Air Evac Lifeteam and Med-Trans Corp., part of the Global Medical Response (GMR) family of companies, announced they have signed an agreement with Blue Cross Bl...
California Paramedics, Fire Agencies Awarded by American Heart Association
9.8.2020
American Medical Response, a medical transportation service in North County, CA, since 2014, and San Dieguito EMS District (CSA-17) received the AMA's Mission: Lifeline EMS Si...
Air Evac Lifeteam and Med-Trans Corp. are Now In Network with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
9.3.2020
Mississippi residents with BCBS now have in-network access to life-saving emergency air medical transports.
Guardian Flight Opens New Air Medical Base in Alamosa
9.3.2020
New Operation Provides Lifesaving Care to Residents in Emergency Situations.
Valley Med Flight is Now Guardian Flight
9.1.2020
Valley Med Flight Unveils New Name for All Nine Air Medical Bases.
Nurse Navigation Aids in Remote Monitoring of COVID-19 Patients
8.31.2020
Sumter County partnered with AMR, the county's emergency medical transportation provider, and its parent company, GMR, to provide COVID-19 patients remote patient monitoring s...
GMR Activates More than 1,100 Personnel and 325 Ground and Air Assets in Response to Hurricane Laura
8.28.2020
As part of American Medical Response's (AMR) FEMA contract, GMR is deploying air and ground crews and medical transportation assets including more than 1,100 first responders,...
New Ambulance Provider for Osborne County, KS
8.28.2020
American Medical Response (AMR), the nation's leading provider of medical transportation services, will begin operations in Osborne County on Sept. 1. AMR is making significan...
EMS Crews Around the Country Deploy to Assist in Hurricane Laura Response
8.28.2020
EMS crews from around the country are deploying throughout the hard-hit areas of Texas and Louisiana after Hurricane Laura made landfall early Thursday.
GMR Mobilizes Dozens of Crews, Ambulances and Paratransit Assets as Hurricane Laura Heads Toward TX
8.26.2020
As part of American Medical Response's (AMR) FEMA contract, GMR is deploying several ground crews and medical transportation assets to help communities in the storm's path.
Global Medical Response Mobilizes Crews, Ground and Air Assets in Response to California Wildfires
8.23.2020
Teams from AMR and REACH are assisting with Evacuation Efforts, Fire Line Medical Aid, and Patient Transfers.
Air Evac Lifeteam Remains Steadfast During Pandemic
8.20.2020
AEL Program Director Joe Bradshaw discusses the impact of COVID-19 on operations in Corbin, KY. Flight Nurse Katie Nelson, Pilot Scott Rosenbalm and Flight Paramedic Tommy Mat...
AMR Mississippi Gulf Coast Receives American Heart Association’s Mission Lifeline Gold Award
8.19.2020
GMR ground company American Medical Response has been honored by the American Heart Association for the work of its Mississippi Gulf Coast operation in providing the highest q...
How the Helicopter Industry is Coping with COVID-19
8.18.2020
REACH and Guardian Flight COO Vicky Spediacci, and GMR East Group President Seth Meyers, give their state-of-the-industry perspectives in the wake of the pandemic.
AMR Sumter County Fire/EMS Earns Prestigious Accreditation
8.17.2020
The Communications Center is now an Accredited Center of Excellence.
Fire Agencies Urging Extreme Caution During Heat Wave
8.17.2020
Rural Metro Fire's Division Chief Austin Prince says parts of the country are in "extreme" fire danger. Precautions should include no debris burning, no smoking in areas with ...
GMR Therapy Dog Works for First Responders
8.12.2020
The newest recruit of the GMR Therapy Dog Program is on the job with the Jackson, MS, AMR team. Shelby, a 1-year-old goldendoodle, trained for a year to be a therapy dog to he...
Buffalo, NY, Mayor Brown Joins AMR for Graduation of Newly Certified EMTs and Discussion of Diversity
8.10.2020
AMR Buffalo's Innovative "Earn While You Learn" Program has graduated 56% women and 51% minorities since its inception.
Arkansas Air Evac Lifeteam Crews Now Carrying Blood on Every Flight
8.7.2020
The bases partnered with the American Red Cross to start carrying blood and blood products on board their aircraft.
CARESTAR Foundation Awards Grant To Contra Costa County EMS Partnership For Opioid Response
8.6.2020
The CARESTAR Foundation has awarded a grant to improve care delivery for opioid use disorder in Contra Costa County, CA. The partnership includes GMR ground company American M...
Guardian Flight Nurse Recognized for Work with Navajo Nation
8.6.2020
Guardian Flight emergency flight nurse Keith Van Brunt has been recognized for his work with the Navajo Nation during the COVID-19 pandemic. He helped get more air-medical cre...
The Changing Face of HEMS During COVID-19
8.6.2020
REACH Air Medical Services' West Region Air COO, Vicky Spediacci, is among those who comment on the marathon effort of front-line caregivers responding to the COVID-19 pandemi...
Air Evac Soars with Service
8.3.2020
The Air Evac 49 team is highlighted, including Flight Nurse/Medic Keith Hughart, Flight Medics Manny Gallegos and Thomas Kinney, Flight Nurse/Medic Jessica Grisel, Flight Medi...
AMR Paramedic and EMT Honored For Saving Children From Apartment Fire
7.30.2020
Waterbury, CT, AMR's Keith Slater and Michael Messenger were recognized by local dignitaries for their quick thinking and heroic actions that saved the lives of 14 families du...
NASCAR Salutes: AMR Workers Hit the Front Lines to Aid in New York City’s COVID-19 Response
7.29.2020
AMR's Rejeanne Boissponeult and Robert Galvin are featured by the 2020 NASCAR Salutes Refreshed by Coca-Cola, a campaign that recognizes all who have gone above and beyond to ...
Ballad Health's Emergency Chopper, 'HEART,' Makes Debut
7.27.2020
Ballad Health in Virginia is launching the new Highlands Emergency Air Rescue and Transport Service with Med-Trans Corp.The service, known as ‘HEART,’ will transport victims o...
GMR Deploys Medical Personnel and Ambulances to Support FEMA's COVID-19 Pandemic Response in Texas
7.27.2020
Company deploys crews and vehicles from AMR, Rural Metro Fire, Air Evac Lifeteam and other EMS providers.
Indianapolis Motor Speedway Officials Roll Out Health Precautions For Indy 500
7.23.2020
Global Medical Response Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Ed Racht, has been working with IMS officials to develop a plan that applies strict criteria in a large population to minimi...
Buffalo Paramedic Receives National Award for Life-Saving Action
7.22.2020
AMR's Adam Martin has been awarded for his life-saving action. Martin has been selected as one of just 100 recipients nationwide of the 2020 Star of Life by the American Ambul...
AMR Paramedic Honored for Her Lifesaving Efforts
7.21.2020
Youngstown, OH, Paramedic, Lorie Burton, was recognized by the American Ambulance Association as a 'Star of Life" for saving an 81-year-old cardic arrest patient.
The Seven Must-Do Steps for Hurricane Preparation
7.20.2020
EMS1 writer, Rachel Engle, offers hurricane preparedness tips and directs readers to AMR's tip sheet for further information.
Watch Terrence Ramotar on MSNBC's "Morning Joe"
7.16.2020
The AMR Regional Operations Director and president of the Florida Ambulance Association talks about the new epicenter of the COVID-19 pandemic, Florida, and how ambulance crew...
RWS Entertainment Group Partners With CrowdRX to Create Universal Health Protocols to Keep Performing Artists Safe
7.14.2020
CrowdRX's national medical director, Dr. Matt Friedman, has developed the Health and Hygiene Protocol for Performing Artists to standardize the safety and protection of perfor...
Florida County Supplements Local EMS with additional GMR Abulance Crews
7.13.2020
Escambia County Emergency Medical Services has implemented its mutual aid plan to bring in additional ambulances in response to the coronavirus pandemic. Lifeguard Ambulance S...
REACH Air Medical Off to Good Start In Washington County, TX
7.13.2020
After several months of operation, REACh gets high marks from Washington County EMS Director, Kevin Deramus. He says the program has exceeded his expectations.
Radio Interview: Rural Medical Transportation
7.7.2020
630 KHOW radio hosts GMR South Region President Steve Dralle as he discusses medical transportation in rural America, specifically in rural Colorado. He also discusses keeping...
AirMed Designated an Accredited Service Provider for International Assistance Group
7.6.2020
AirMed International, a GMR solution, is now an Accredited Service Provider with International Assistance Group (IAG), the world's largest alliance of independent assistance c...
Nilson ‘REACH’-es For His Dream Job, Saves Lives Daily
7.4.2020
REACH Flight Nurse, Paul Nilson, is profiled. Nilson is based in Imperial County and has been active in the local response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Global Medical Response Honors American Heroes via 2020 NASCAR Salutes Campaign
7.3.2020
For the third year in a row, American Medical Response, part of the Global Medical Response (GMR) family of companies, is partnering with NASCAR to honor members of the United...
Doctors Use Van To Make House Calls For Postpartum Care
7.2.2020
In an innovative program, AMR is helping healthcare providers bring clinical expertise into the community.
NASCAR to Honor Frontline, Military Heroes Alike in NASCAR Salutes Refreshed by Coca-Cola
7.2.2020
As part of the NASCAR recognition, AMR, the "Official Emergency Medical Services Partner of NASCAR," will feature the NASCAR Salutes Refreshed by Coca-Cola branding on its NAS...
American Medflight is Now REACH Air Medical Services
7.1.2020
American Medflight Unveils New Name and Plans to Achieve CAMTS Accreditation.
AirMed Adds Significant Air Ambulance Capability To The IAG Pool
7.1.2020
AirMed International, a GMR solution, has joined the International Assistance Group, an alliance of more than 140 independent assistance companies, service providers and corrr...
Nationwide EMS Calls Have Dropped 26% Since the Start of the Pandemic
6.29.2020
Since early March and the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in the U.S., 911 calls for emergency medical services have dropped by 26.1 % compared to the past two years, a new stu...
AMR Offers Tips for a Safe 4th of July
6.29.2020
While this year's holiday will look different due to social distancing and state limitations on gatherings, AMR still wants to remind people of the importance of holiday safet...
Bystanders Save Life by Administering CPR and Using a Automated External Defibrillator
6.25.2020
Grants Pass Fire Rescue along with American Medical Response responded to a reported person not breathing. Upon arrival, EMS personnel found bystanders administering CPR with ...
AMR to Respond to Calls in Falls County
6.25.2020
American Medical Response (AMR) will now respond to medical emergencies and other emergency calls in Falls County. The medical transportation service will begin operations thi...
East Tennessee First Responders Honored for COVID-19 Efforts in New York
6.24.2020
Rural Metro Fire Knox County first responders were honored by the County commission for their efforts to battle COVID-19 at its epicenter: New York and New Jersey.
Summertime: Water Safety Stressed
6.24.2020
Fountain Hills/Rural Metro Assistant Chief/Fire Marshal Mike Winters said firefighters want to remind everyone that water safety practices and constant supervision is the cure...
Local Health Expert Offers Tips to Stay Safe in the Summer Heat
6.22.2020
AMR's Dan Pickering talks about the warning signs of heat stroke and the importance of continuing to intake liquids, which allow our bodies to release heat through sweat evapo...
Can an Inhaled Steroid Help COVID-19 Patients Feel Better Faster?
6.17.2020
GMR ground transport company, AMR is assisting in a study to test the effectiveness of an inhaler-based medication on non-critical COVID-19 patients, using in-home visits, tel...
Medical Services Firm Heads to New Castle Hills Office Building
6.16.2020
Global Medical Response is moving its Lewisville, TX offices to the Realm at Castle Hills office building. GMR CEO Randy Owen said, "We wanted one location to bring some of ou...
Air Ambulance Pilots’ Pasts Help Keep the Calm in Emergency Situations
6.15.2020
Craig Rush of rural Pike County and Joshua DeGrave of Waverly are pilots for the Air Evac Lifeteam crew based in Jacksonville. Both have had expiriences prior to joing AEL tha...
Preparing and Training for Wildfires with Social-Distancing Guidelines
6.15.2020
Firefighters are preparing for wildfires. This season firefighting will be different, because of the pandemic. Making sure that firefighters are healthy and available to care ...
Thermal Imaging Tech: Is it Right for Your Event?
6.15.2020
CrowdRx, a GMR solution, is one of the companies stepping up to help screening efforts to navigate the "new normal" with cutting-edge medical technology like thermal imaging.
Tropical Storm Cristobal’s La. Landfall Brings Winds, Flooding to South Mississippi
6.8.2020
AMR and Rural Metro Fire were part of the response to incidents in the wake of Tropical Storm Cristobal. As of Sunday morning, George, Hancock, Harrison, Jackson and Pearl Riv...
Air Evac Praises MVFD Response
6.6.2020
On June 5, Air Evac Lifeteam honored Mount Vernon Fire Department withtheir Great Call Award for their response to a 2019 emergency.
Jennifer Fletcher-Kelley Brings Medical Care to Rural Midwest and South through Role at Air Evac
6.5.2020
Air Evac Lifeteam VP of Patient Care, Jennifer Fletcher-Kelley, talks about the vital role of air medical services to rural communities across the country.
Leading Ambulance Provider Responds to Harris County Emergency Services District No. 11’s Request for Qualifications
6.2.2020
American Medical Response (AMR) provided an official response today to a request for qualifications (RFQ) issued by Harris County Emergency Services District No. 11 (ESD11). O...
Southern Illinois First Responders Return Home from Deployment
6.2.2020
Nearly a dozen emergency responders have returned to southern Illinois after helping COVID-19 patients on the East Coast. First responders from Abbott EMS and Air Evac Lifetea...
FDNY Hosts Sendoff for 1,600 Caregivers, 500 Ambulances that Came to NY, NJ During Pandemic
5.29.2020
The FDNY on Thursday hosted a ceremonial sendoff to medical response teams that traveled to New York City to assist with the coronavirus pandemic.For 60 days, American Medical...
AMR Assists West Point Fire
5.29.2020
The West Point, GA, Fire Department and American Medical Response in LaGrange have formed a partnership to ensure the medical needs of Troup County residents are met.
AMR of Western New York: 2019 was Highest Year Ever for Cardiac Arrest Saves
5.27.2020
American Medical Response (AMR) of Western New York announced 2019 was a record-best year for cardiac arrest survival statistics, according to the national cardiac arrest regi...
WFD Renews Contract with AMR
5.26.2020
The Waxahachie, TX, Fire Department, currently in its fifth year with AMR ambulance services, has renewed its contract begining Oct. 1 of this year and run through Oct. 1, 202...
It’s Safe to Call 911 for Medical Emergencies During Coronavirus Pandemic
5.26.2020
Troy Hogue, regional director of AMR Central New York, says some are waiting too long to seek care in fear of the coronavirus. They need to understand its ok to call 911 if th...
Reflections on Partnership During EMS Week
5.26.2020
EMS providers, including AMR's Stephanie Hatfield and John Claspell of Evansville, IN, and Jolene Green and Taylor Panus of Contra Costa County, CA, share what partnership mea...
Stronger Together: Air Evac Lifeteam
5.21.2020
Air Evac Lifeteam 157 in Kentucky is highlighted. Pilot Brian Pavia, Flight Paramedic Seth Lovan and Nurse Michelle Grise talk about their experiences.
American Ambulance Association Awards Local Star Of Life
5.21.2020
The American Ambulance Association's (AAA) Stars of Life program celebrates contributions of ambulance professionals who have gone beyond the call of duty in service to their ...
Two Selfless EMS Workers Tie the Knot in Times Square
5.19.2020
AMR Paramedic Meagan Herlihy and AMR EMT Kyle Short have been on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic, and were honored with a wedding during EMS Week.
Guardian Flight Mobilizes Air Crews to Aid COVID-19 Response
5.18.2020
More than 50 air medical crews have been mobilized to aid the Four-Corners region and Navajo Nation.
This Week Marks the Start of National EMS Week
5.18.2020
May 17-23, 2020 is the 46th annual National EMS Week. EMTs at AMR are thankful for the support they have seen.
AirMed International Invests in Expanding Global Fleet
5.18.2020
AirMed International today announced that it has added a medically configured Hawker 800XP aircraft to its Birmingham, Ala. base. The dedicated medical transport aircraft join...
Innovative Technology and Skilled Compassionate Personnel Deliver Access to Care in a Crisis
5.18.2020
Global Medical Response deployed a transportation management platform to handle COVID patients in America’s hardest hit areas. 6,000 online medical transport requests for New ...
2020 National EMS Moment of Silence Announcement
5.12.2020
The National EMS Moment of Silence will be observed on Saturday, May 16, 2020. It will begin 6 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time with a live-streamed reading of the names of the 24 h...
Taking the ‘Good Deed’ Challenge
5.11.2020
A Tennessee man decided to show his appreciation for first responders by buying lunch for the Rural Metro Fire team at Gibbs. They are on the front lines...putting themselve...
Tucson EMT Fighting COVID-19 as Volunteer in New Jersey
5.8.2020
AMR's Alex De Leon is voluntarily helping fight COVID-19 in New Jersey. "I felt a moral obligation to help whoever I could in these kinds of situations," he said.
The Homeless Project: Ambulance Crews Form Teams to Help the Mentally Ill
5.8.2020
The new model skips the ER and takes COVID-19 patients with mental issues directly to mental health facilities. AMR's Hal Wyrick discusses the merits of the new program.
Portland EMT Back Home After Helping with COVID-19 Response in New Jersey
5.8.2020
Heather Chapin, an EMT with American Medical Response, is back home in Portland after spending more than two weeks helping with the coronavirus response in New Jersey.
Life-Saving Air Medical Transport Inspires Career Shift for Colorado Pilot
5.6.2020
Samantha Poirier went from flying air tours to becoming a HEMS pilot with REACh Air Medical Services.
Broward County to Provide In-Home COVID-19 Testing for Elderly and Disabled
5.5.2020
Broward County, FL, will offer mobile, in-home COVID-19 testing beginning Wednesday, May 6 for elderly or disabled residents. They are partnering with state agencies, GMR's Am...
Evansville EMT Working in New York, New Jersey Coronavirus Hotspots
5.5.2020
AMR's Stacy Steele didn't imagine her first visit to New York this way. She's part of a national ambulance deployment to help New York-area first responders handle a spike in ...
Dr. Bob Moye: 42 Years of Service at Rural Metro
5.4.2020
Dr. Robert “Bob” Moye is 55 now, but in 1978 he was 13, barely a teenager, a ninth-grader at Farragut High School. That’s when he became part of Rural Metro’s Explorer Post 45...
Digging Deeper: Coronavirus Decontamination
5.4.2020
When it comes to stopping the spread of the coronavirus, and flattening the curve first-responders are on the frontline. So, how do they make sure the vehicles they use to tra...
What Sports Will Look Like as the Pandemic Eases
5.1.2020
Dr. Andrew Bazos of CrowdRX, which provides medical services and advice at live events, on what sports in the U.S. will look like post-pandemic.
All Clear Foundation Offers Vital Helping Hand to First Responder Heroes
5.1.2020
All Clear Foundation works to ensure first responders have the “all clear” when it comes to their personal safety – both mentally and physically. Its mission is clear: improve...
EMTs, Paramedics, and Support Staff Deployed at a Moments Notice
5.1.2020
CA first responder, Kevin Anderson, traveled cross country to serve on front lines of NJ's Covid-19 crisis.
Follow The Life Of An EMT During A 2-Week COVID-19 Deployment
4.30.2020
AMR's Vaughn Miller volunteered to work in Newark, New Jersey, as the coronavirus peaked there, hours from his home in Syracuse, New York.
Telehealth or RPM Solving the Scalability Issue with COVID
4.30.2020
Robin Hill of Vivify Health and Dr. Jeffrey Beeson, Medical Director for GMR's Nurse Navigation Program discuss how they have tackled the coronavirus, remote patient monitorin...
Brooklyn Heights Business Offers Food, Rest for EMTs Between Calls
4.29.2020
A business in Brooklyn Heights is now welcoming EMTs in need of a break between calls.
Thermal Imaging Cameras Could Play "Critical Role" in Keeping People Safe from COVID-19
4.29.2020
Thermal imaging cameras are the latest devices businesses hope will help reopen the economy while keeping people safe from the threat of COVID-19. The cameras are used to scan...
First Responders Preserving Protective Equipment to Stay Safe
4.29.2020
Precautions put in place more than a month ago at Clark County's fire departments have largely prevented employee exposures requiring quarantine.
AMR, GMR Serving Urgent Needs Daily on Front Lines of COVID-19 Fight
4.29.2020
American Medical Response and its parent company, Global Medical Response, have served on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic across the United States for three months as ...
Air Ambulance Services Stress Role of Transport During COVID-19 Crisis
4.28.2020
Air ambulance services are playing a critical role in far-flung rural areas of Colorado during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, but operators are increasingly concerned about th...
Sacramento Paramedic Shares Experience Treating COVID-19 Patients While Deployed in New Jersey
4.28.2020
From hurricanes to wildfires, American Medical Response paramedic and field supervisor Kevin Anderson is used to lending a hand in dire situations. But this is different.
EMS Workers Adapting to Coronavirus Changes
4.28.2020
EMS workers continue to adapt to coronavirus changes. When an individual calls 911, American Medical Response dispatchers run them through a screening process to determine whe...
Martin was a True Hero of Pandemic
4.27.2020
The recent death of Southwest Mississippi paramedic David Martin is a reminder that the heroes in the face of COVID-19 extends past the emergency room doors of local hospitals...
Air EVAC Continues Emergency Transports
4.27.2020
With the coronavirus continuing to affect citizens in Randolph County, Air EVAC, a division of Global Medical Response, is continuing to fly critically injured and ill patient...
Out-of-town EMTs Offer Relief to Exhausted Local First Responders
4.25.2020
AMR crew members share their experiences helping with the increased demands on New York EMS workers due to the COVID-19 outbreak.
Message of Thanks Shines through Times Square
4.24.2020
An AMR crew deployed to help New York City tackle the COVID-19 crisis stopped to view screens lit up with messages of gratitude.
Massive Collage Honours Frontline Workers
4.24.2020
When complete, it will encompass almost half a million pixels. A huge digital print of 1,000 health care workers and first responders on the front lines of the world wide COVI...
Portland’s Essential Workers: 1-on-1 with 15 People Who Can’t Stay Home
4.24.2020
The Oregonian spoke with a handful of essential workers, including AMR's Aric Johnson, to hear what they had to say about their jobs, their fears and what really matters.
Local EMTs Helping with Emergency Calls in New York
4.22.2020
GMR's ground operation, American Medical Response, has deployed EMTs in western Massachusetts to New York to help with their high number of emergency calls.
London Stadium Could Bring in Thermal Scanning
4.22.2020
Thermal imaging allows large numbers of people at at stadia, airports and workplaces to quickly be screened for fever.CrowdRX uses this technology and is fast becoming the lea...
Aerial Medical Teams Seeing More Work as COVID-19 Spreads to Rural Areas Across the Region
4.22.2020
Directors of Global Medical Response say they are doing emergency medical flights to get patients hit by the novel coronavirus critical treatment. Their teams seeing a big ris...
Nurse Joins Elite Group of Certified Nurses
4.21.2020
Mike Hughes started working for Air Evac Lifeteam in 2015. And in just five years, he has accomplished a feat that is nearly unheard of — earning all five prestigious board ce...
Agencies Coordinate Delivery of 5 Ventilators
4.20.2020
A REACH Air Medical Services helicopter delivered precious cargo to Pioneers Memorial Hospital, five ventilators essential to patients fighting COVID-19.
GMR Deploys More EMS Providers to Aid COVID-19 Response in N.J.
4.20.2020
Global Medical Response (GMR) mobilized a second deployment of American Medical Response (AMR) crews and ambulances to New Jersey, in response to a FEMA request.
GMR Deploys Hundreds of Additional Paramedics, EMTs, Ambulances to Supplement FEMA’s Response in NJ
4.17.2020
Company deploys crews and vehicles from AMR and other EMS companies. More than 1,600 caregivers and 500 ambulances are in NJ and NY.
Air Evac Lifeteam Adjusts to New Normal
4.13.2020
As medical industries across the country continue to take the brunt of the covid-19 virus, there's one specific part of the industry that has been affected that you may not be...
Experts Examine Hospitalizations as Key Figure in COVID-19 Projections
4.11.2020
Dr. Ed Racht, Global Medical Response chief medical officer, joins 'CAVUTO Live' to discuss the latest in the COVID-19 pandemic.
GMR's Dr. Racht Provides Update on PPE Supply Chain, Rural Community Response, COVID-19 Testing
4.10.2020
GMR's Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Ed Racht, was on MSNBC to discuss access to PPE, adequate healthcare and testing as EMS continues to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic.
First responder describes experience on the front lines of COVID-19 crisis
4.10.2020
Emergency medical technician Madeline Wetterhall joins retired Nutley, New Jersey police detective Steve Rogers and Shannon Bream on Fox News @ Night.
GMR Mobilizes Two Additional Deployments to Assist with FEMA’s COVID-19 Responses in NYC and NJ
4.9.2020
Company sends hundreds of additional EMTs, Paramedics and Ambulances to New York; Also deploys crews and vehicles to provide EMS support in New Jersey.
EMS Members Brace for COVID-19 Peak, Bronx Zoo Converts to Staging Area
4.8.2020
More than 4,000 members of New York's Emergency Medical Services are preparing for what's to come as the peak of the coronavirus draws near.
AirMedCare Network to Cease Membership Sales in Wyoming
4.3.2020
Decision follows Department of Insurance Pronouncement on Air Ambulance Memberships
GMR, AMR Deploy to Epicenter of U.S. COVID-19 Outbreak
3.30.2020
Hundreds of EMTs, Paramedics and Ambulances head to New York State to provide EMS support under AMR's FEMA contract.
We Need Smart Solutions to Mitigate the Coronavirus’s Impact. Here are 12.
3.27.2020
American Ambulance Association president, Aaron Reinert, expalins how emergency responders can help beseiged hospital. His is one of 12 essays on how to respond to COVID-19.
Blood Donors Needed in the Midst of Coronavirus Outbreak
3.20.2020
Dr. Ed Racht, Global Medical Response chief medical officer says his 38,000 EMTs paramedics and nurses are seeing an influx of coronavirus patients.
Global Medical Response and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas Enter Into Air Medical Network Agreement
3.13.2020
A new multi-year agreement will provide the more than 6 million BCBSTX members with in-network access to GMR's life-saving emergency air medical transports.
Guardian Flight to Open Helicopter Base in Kenai, Alaska
3.10.2020
Guardian Flight begins serving the Kenai Peninsula this spring.
Lifeguard Ambulance Will Serve Mitchell County
3.9.2020
In a meeting on March 2 the Mitchell County, NC, Board of Commissioners awarded a five-year contract to Lifeguard Ambulance Service, a GMR Solution, to provide EMS service to ...
CrowdRx Joins GMR to Provide Event Medical Care
3.3.2020
Event medical company CrowdRx has joined the GMR family of companies adding its expertise in site-based medicine and resources to GMR's reputation in the event medical arena.
DeKalb County to Announce New Emergency Medical Services Hub in Brookhaven
3.2.2020
DeKalb County, GA, authorities, the city of Brookhaven, and GMR ground company AMR will meet on Wednesday to announce a new Emergency Medical Services hub that keep their ambu...
GMR Company Selected to Implement Innovative CMS’ ET3 Pilot Program
2.28.2020
Private Medevac Company Stations New Hangar on Peninsula
2.27.2020
GMR's Guardian Air is setting up a new helicopter hangar on the Kenai Peninsula, AK, extending services and the perks of air-medical transport memberships to the people of Sol...
GMR Develops Medical Transport Ordering App to Interface with Industry-Leading EHR
2.26.2020
IMSA Partner Global Medical Response
2.26.2020
Last year, GMR announced its partnership with IMSA as the Official Emergency Medical Services partner of IMSA's WeatherTech SportsCar Championship, Michelin Pilot Challenge an...
Meet Rampart — GMR Therapy Dog in Training
2.26.2020
Rampart is one of the newest members of the Global Medical Response Therapy Dog Team. He's based out of the AMR operations in San Bernardino, CA.
Global Medical Response to Acquire 2 Frasca Helicopter FTDs
2.25.2020
GMR is acquiring two Frasca Level 7 helicopter flight training devices (FTDs) to support aviation training for Guardian Flight (Airbus H125 FTD)and Med-Trans Corporation (Bell...
Deaconess Health and AMR First in Nation to Integrate EMR and Comprehensive Transport Solutions
2.20.2020
PODCAST: Prevention Techniques for an Unwell Workforce
2.19.2020
Recent research on EMS providers revealed concerning findings about weight, blood pressure and lifestyle choices. Head of GMR Life, Rhonda Kelly talks about preventive measure...
Effects of an Unwell Workforce
2.19.2020
EMS providers often neglect their own health and welfare and lack knowledge about how to care for themselves physically, mentally and emotionally.
Roger Penske Unveils Record Indy 500 purse, Improvements to Speedway
2.17.2020
A series of new plans to boost both the Indianapolis 500 and Indianapolis Motor Speedway were unveiled and new sponsors, including Global Medical Response, were announced.
National EMS Museum Displays Art of Emergency Care
2.10.2020
NEMSM recently announced that it has received a $30,000 gift from Global Medical Response to support its upcoming "50 Yeas of California EMS" exhibition.
Lynn White Receives NAEMSP Honor for Lifetime Achievements in EMS
1.29.2020
Lynn White, Director of Research and Evidence Based Practice for Global Medical Response, was recently presented with the 2020 Ronald D. Stewart Award by the National Associat...
UMMC Enters Air Ambulance Partnership; Med-Trans will Take Over Aviation, Billing
1.29.2020
University of Mississippi Medical Center is partnering Med-Trans Corporation, A Global Medical Response Solution, to provide helicopters, equipment and pilots for the AirCare ...
Ambulance Company Planning Expansion
1.27.2020
American Medical Response, a Global Medical Response company, is entering 2020 with plans to strengthen its presence in the Grand Rapids region. The medical transportation com...
NAEMSP® Welcomes New Leadership
1.17.2020
GMR's Lynn White, MD, FAEMS, has been elected Professional Member-at-Large by the National Association of EMS Physicians, among other new leadership.
Miami Super Bowl Host Committee Announces Five New Official Partners
12.23.2019
Five industry leaders, including American Medical Response,a Global Medical Response Solution, have partnered with the Miami Super Bowl Host Committee as the city hosts its 11...
GMR to Sponsor Annual NTT IndyCar Series Road Race at IMS
12.10.2019
GMR Grand Prix, AMR Safety Team, All Clear Foundation Join Forces with INDYCAR to Fuel Season-Long Salute to First Responders.
How Air Evac Lifeteam is Helping Crews Prepare for a Pilot Incapacitation Event
12.6.2019
Air Evac is sharing its training tools and insights with the industry so that other organizations can prepare for the rare but potentially catastrophic emergency of pilot inca...
Helicopter Ambulance Housed at McAllen Medical Center
12.4.2019
Air ambulance services are back at McAllen Medical Center in Texas. South Texas Health System McAllen and South Texas Air Med teamed up to expand critical care in the Rio Gran...
Lt Gov. Josh Green Assembles Health Care Workers for Emergency Medical Mission to Samoa
12.4.2019
Air Med International/Hawaii Life Flight, Hawaiian Airlines, The Queen's Medical Center and Hawaii Healthcare Emergency Management are sending medical supplies and personnel t...
Kaiser Permanente Honors First Responders from AMR & REACH
11.27.2019
Caregivers from American Medical Response (AMR) and REACH Air Medical Services, two Global Medical Response companies, were recently honored at Kaiser Permanente’s 2019 First ...
Rural Metro Fire Appoints New Chief for Arizona
11.22.2019
New Fire Chief to Oversee Pima County, Central Arizona and Yuma Operations
Rural Metro Fire Captain Wins 2019 Top First Responder Award
11.22.2019
Rural Metro Fire Department's Captain Martin Mendez says he knew this was his calling from the first time he shadowed a firefighter as a teenager.
Memorial Hospital Enters Partnership with AMR
11.4.2019
Memorial Hospital at Gulfport has announced a new partnership agreement with American Medical Response (AMR) to provide emergency response ambulance services in the Stone Coun...
Player Severely Hurt Honored by Team that Saved His Life
11.4.2019
The Air Evac Lifeteam in Muskogee reunite with patient injured in football game as part of a special ceremony honoring the high school football player.
As Fires Rage, California Refines an Important Skill: Evacuating
10.30.2019
Eighty-six patients were moved, many within a few hours, with ambulances rapidly shuttling the majority of patients and a few helicopters transporting the most serious.
Midwest Aeroare Now Flying Bell 407 Helicopter
10.29.2019
Midwest AeroCare, a Med-Trans Corporation program, recently took delivery of a medically configured Bell 407 helicopter.
AAMS Recognizes Individuals from GMR Operations
10.29.2019
Individuals from three Global Medical Response (GMR) operations from Oregon to Virginia have been recognized for their remarkable contributions to the air medical and critical...
Kaiser Hospital Evacuates 110 Patients From Santa Rosa
10.28.2019
Sonoma County REACH and AMR crews, along with teams from emergency ground ambulance providers in the region participated.
CAMTS Re-accredits AirMed International
10.24.2019
The Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems (CAMTS) has re-accredited AirMed International critical care transport operations through July 2022. AirMed Intern...
American Ambulance Association Honors AMR with Two AMBYs
10.22.2019
AMR receives awards in the Employee Programs and Community Impact Program categories.
Unexpected Reunion Highlights Opening of Expo
10.17.2019
Chief Medical Officer Ed Racht, MD, hosted a talk show-style kickoff, this year featuring three prominent guests who shared their experiences overcoming adversity.
Kona Community Hospital, Hawaii Life Flight Renew 5-year Preferred Provider Agreement
10.17.2019
The agreement confirms the hospital will call Hawaii Life Flight first for all air medical patient transports within the scope of the air medical provider's services.
Provider Profile Med-Trans Corporation
10.17.2019
National medical transport provider Med-Trans Corporation, a GMR solution, is focused on establishing professional relationships with leading health systems, medical centers a...
New Air Evac Facility Opens
10.16.2019
This is the 12th Air Evac facility in Missouri. The base serves a 70-mile radius and can reach anywhere in Pike County in ten minutes.
After Ambulances in the Bahamas Were Swamped by Dorian, a New Fleet Arrives
10.10.2019
GMR started pulling assets from Trinidad and Florida to respond to the burgeoning crisis, which included putting four of their reserve ambulances from Florida on a cargo ship ...
Global Medical Response Announces Chief Human Resources Officer
10.7.2019
Lisa Jacoba joins GMR's senior leadership team as company plans to integrate air and ground operations during 2020.
CAMTS Re-Accredits AirMed International
9.30.2019
The Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems (CAMTS) has re-accredited AirMed International critical care transport operations through July 2022.
12 Ambulances donated for Dorian Relief
9.27.2019
The National Emergency Management Services (NEMS) receiving a boost to its fleet of emergency service vehicles as Global Medical Response donates twelve (12) ambulances in the...
GMR Sends Second Major Shipment of Ambulances, Medical Equipment and Supplies to Rebuild Bahamas EMS System
9.23.2019
McKesson, ZOLL, Ferno and Direct Relief join GMR in donating much-needed medical supplies after Hurricane Dorian. GMR donates 8 ambulances to the islands.
Governor Newsom Announces Appointment of David Duncan
9.19.2019
David R. Duncan has been appointed director of the Emergency Medical Services Authority. Duncan has been medical director and executive medical officer at Air Medical Group Ho...
Global Medical Response Pledges $1 Million in Relief Aid to the Bahamas
9.6.2019
Company has established an emergency communications center and sent helicopters with much-needed medical supplies.
GMR Deploys 10 Rotor Aircraft, 500 Ground Vehicles, Nearly 1800 Crew Members
9.3.2019
As part of American Medical Response’s (AMR) FEMA contract, GMR has deployed teams and medical transportation assets to help communities in FL, GA, SC and NC.
Global Medical Response Mobilizes Nearly 1,000 Crews, Dozens of Ground and Air Assets as Hurricane Dorian Heads Towards Florida
8.30.2019
As part of American Medical Response’s (AMR) FEMA contract, GMR is deploying hundreds of ground crews and medical transportation assets to help communities in the path of the ...
Hometown Tours - Air Evac 1
8.23.2019
Learn more about the lifesaving transportation provided by Air Evac Lifeteam Base 116.
Alaska Rolls Back Air Ambulance ‘Membership Plan’ Regulations
8.23.2019
Alaska is taking a step back from regulating the membership plans marketed by air ambulance providers.
Mobile Stroke Unit Expands Operations
8.22.2019
The MSU, which is operated in partnership with AMR is the only unit of its kind in upstate New York, serves as an "emergency department on wheels."
Air Evac Celebrates Paducah Base Grand Opening
8.15.2019
Air Evac Lifeteam currently operates more than 130 air medical bases in 15 states, with more than 2,800 employees.
Mitch with Seth Myers, President of AirEvac Lifeteam
8.14.2019
Seth Myers, President of Air Evac Lifeteam, discusses air ambulance services.
9-year-old reunites with Lee Co. first responders who saved his life
8.9.2019
A 9-year-old reunites with the first responders that saved his and his 4-month-old brother's lives.
Air Evac Lifeteam
8.9.2019
Seth Myers, President of Air Evac Lifeteam, discusses air ambulance services.
MCI Preparation
8.6.2019
In an EMS World podcast, GMR Chief Medical Officer Dr. Ed Racht about the biggest threats EMS agencies face in the event of a large-scale natural disaster and how to adequatel...
Health Care Solutions for Rural Americans
8.6.2019
One solution to fill the gap in rural health care is air medical services, which transport patients to critical care facilities in minutes.
Paramedics Speak About Mental Health at EMS Symposium
8.5.2019
EMTs and paramedics play a large role in the health of society, and in doing so, they experience and witness many traumatic things.
Kids Learn Valuable Emergency Skills
8.5.2019
Emergency response medical professionals from AMR and REACH taught children how to respond to basic emergency situations.
Losing a Lifeline
8.1.2019
“An ambulance is not a replacement for the functions of an emergency department,” said Ed Racht, chief medical officer for Global Medical Response, the parent company that pro...
Global Medical Response Announces Key Executive Appointments
7.31.2019
Dr. Ed Racht, CMO and Sean Tuley, CIO, assume leadership roles.
CAMTS & CAMTS Global Award New Accreditations & Reaccreditations
7.31.2019
CAMTS also awarded 16 reaccreditations including Air Evac Lifeteam and AirMed International.
Does ALS Really Matter?
7.30.2019
Dr. Ed Racht, GMR Chief Medical Officer, speaking at the Pinnacle EMS Conference challenges attendees to think differently about old assumptions and the meaning of ALS and BLS...
New Study Shows Americans Believe Air Ambulance Services Are a Critical Healthcare Service
7.29.2019
The results of a new national survey of 1,240 American adults, revealing almost 90% consider air ambulances a critical service in healthcare, with 95% agreeing that these serv...
CAMTS Awards Full Accreditation to Air Evac Lifeteam
7.18.2019
Seth Myers, president of Air Evac Lifeteam, said Air Evac was first accredited by CAMTS in 2008, and has earned continuous reaccreditation ever since.
Emergency Medical Response Upgraded
7.18.2019
The new contract with AMR provides Greenfield with a professional medical response and deployment plan through 2022.
HFOT Partners with AirMedCare Network
7.16.2019
Homes For Our Troops, the national non-profit organization that builds and donates specially adapted custom homes nationwide for severely injured post-9/11 veterans, is partne...
AMR Deploys Resources in Response to Hurricane Barry Emergency Efforts
7.13.2019
AMR will be sending resources to assist under company's FEMA contract.
Don’t Put Private-Insurer Profits Over Patient Emergency Care
7.9.2019
Legislation moving through the U.S. Senate is putting rural access to air medical helicopters in grave jeopardy.
GMR Companies Respond to California Earthquakes
7.6.2019
Company sent crews to evacuate hospitals, provide backup support to local EMS. All air, ground operations remain running and fully operational.
Lyft Hails New Ride Share Market As Medicaid Provider
6.27.2019
Lyft's announcement offers a glimpse into the expanding and lucrative opportunities for ride sharing companies.
Tripping Me Up
6.19.2019
A first-person account of an overseas medical incident and how a membership in AirMed saved the day for one patient.
40 Years of Helicopter Emergency Services
6.17.2019
The storied history and community ties were on full display at the 40th anniversary of St. Vincent Healthcare's Helicopter Emergency Lifesaving Program.
Guardian Flight to Hold Memorial Service
6.3.2019
Guardian Flight will honor the lives lost on the last flight of N13YL at 1 p.m. on Friday, June 7.
Stroke Awareness Month with the AirEvac Lifeteam
5.31.2019
The AirEvac Lifeteam explains causes, symptoms and the care they provide when it comes to strokes.
Juncos Racing Expands Partnerships With NFP and GMR
5.24.2019
Juncos Racing announced NFP and GMR will join the team for Kyle Kaiser's No. 32 entry for the 103rd Running of the Indy 500 presented by Gainbridge.
Anchorage Medics Class Aims to Stop the Bleed
5.22.2019
Providence Alaska Medical Center staff shared vital first aid skills with Anchorage residents in a class focused on how to halt blood loss from major injuries.
Kids Receive Fun Lesson About First Responders at National EMS Week Kick-off
5.20.2019
The Air Evac Lifeteam Five flew high over the Quincy Mall to kick-off National EMS Week on Sunday. This event is to help show the public how emergency responders help in a tim...
Dying Veteran Gets His Wish to Attend Emotional Ceremony
5.20.2019
A dying veteran got a final chance to pay tribute to his classmate and the area's sole casualty from the Vietnam war thanks to the Sentimental Journey program by AMR.
Air Evac Lifeteam Vital to Saving Lives at Navicent Health
5.20.2019
The Medical Center, Navicent Health say they depend on helicopter teams to get trauma victims to the emergency room quickly.
MetroCare/AMR Continues Operations in Abilene, TX After Widespread Tornado Damage
5.18.2019
All crew members have checked in safe. Company encourages residents across the country to heed emergency warnings.
Toddler Found Alive After Three Days Missing in Kentucky Wilderness
5.17.2019
Great team effort by AirEvac Lifeteam 116 and Lifeguard who assisted in the efforts to find and transport the toddler. Two Lifeguard employees were also on the search team tha...
GMR and AMR Support First Responder Well-being Initiatives
5.16.2019
Pending Connecticut legislation supports adding PTSD under worker’s compensation.
REACH Air Medical Services Adding Guardian Flight to Company Operations
5.16.2019
Integrating these two air ambulance providers presents substantial opportunities for operational synergies, which will result in increased service and enhanced care to the com...
AMR Named Presenting Sponsor for NTT IndyCar Series
5.16.2019
AMR, a Global Medical Response company, has signed on to be the presenting sponsor for the NTT IndyCar Series REV Group Grand Prix weekend of June 20-23. This year's event wil...
Unity Medical Center Praised for Heart Attack Response
5.13.2019
Praise also went to Air Evac Lifeteam, which is a key method of patient transportation for those who present with a STEMI. The team at Air Evac is very important in this proce...
Flight Paramedic Recognized for Longstanding Service to Medical Evacuation
5.10.2019
Flight paramedic Kevin "Wrap" Bess marks 20 years in the medical evacuation field. He said it is a career, both rewarding in saving the lives of patients, and gettin...
Crash Victim Returns to Visit Rescuers
5.7.2019
Tony Thornton wasn't expected to survive, but he did, thanks to the efforts of emergency personnel. He went back to meet with some of those rescuers at the AirEvac facility to...
CAMTS Awards New Accreditation and Multiple Reaccreditations
5.1.2019
The Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems (CAMTS) has awarded new accreditation to one medical transport service and reaccreditation to 23 services at the C...
A Look Inside an Air Evac Helicopter
5.1.2019
“Everything you see in this aircraft, in the small, condensed area, is what they have in the ER setting, not including all the medications we’re carrying. We’re up to 70 diffe...
Guardian Flight Acquires Sunrise Air Ambulance
4.30.2019
Guardian Flight, a Global Medical Response company, has purchased Sunrise Air Ambulance and its four air medical transport bases in Arizona.
BHS Grad Becomes First Female Pilot at MCR Hospital
4.29.2019
It all started with a single flight lesson for Samantha Poirier, who became the first female LifeLine EMS pilot at Medical Center of the Rockies (MCR) last month.
California Dispatcher Honored by IAED
4.26.2019
Dispatcher of the Year Award recognizes Katerine McNulty for service during 2017 wildfires.
Air Evac Lifeteam Celebrates 10 Years in Logan County
4.26.2019
Founded in rural Missouri in 1985, Air Evac is the largest independently operated emergency transport via helicopter provider in the United States, with hundreds of bases thro...
Global Medical Response Announces Organizational Change
4.25.2019
Company aligns air, ground, membership and fire operations.
REACH Unveils New Base in California
4.5.2019
REACH, a Global Medical Response solution, announces the opening of a new emergency air medical transport base in Victorville, California, which will provide emergency transpo...
New Medevac Chopper Blessed
4.3.2019
The ceremony was for REACH Air Medical Services and its helicopter, which began its official medevac work as new subcontractors for American Medical Response last week.
Air Medical Group Holdings Signs Purchase Agreement to Acquire Seven Bar Aviation, LLC
4.3.2019
Air Medical Group Holdings (AMGH), a leading air medical transport company, has signed a purchase agreement to acquire Seven Bar Aviation, LLC (SBA).
New Helicopter Medevac to Service Maui County
4.1.2019
A new Emergency Medical Services helicopter will soon provide 911 service for Maui, Molokaʻi and Lānaʻi. The helicopter will be dedicated on Tuesday, April 2, at the Maui Memo...
Like Drivers, AMR INDYCAR Safety Team Must Learn New Tracks
3.28.2019
The AMR INDYCAR Safety Team spent weeks planning its operations, learning the intricacies of the circuit and going over countless scenarios to ensure a safe INDYCAR classic we...
Valley Med Flight Earns Successive NAAMTA Accreditation
3.22.2019
Following an independent, external evaluation of administrative documentation, medical practices, and facilities, Valley Med Flight is being awarded accreditation for their fi...
A Global Medical Response with a Local Solution
3.21.2019
Air medical transport relies on helicopters, from the H125 to twin-engine aircraft, to bring critically ill or injured people to intensive-care facilities.
AMR and REACH Air Medical Services Help with Emergency County Ambulance Transition
3.1.2019
American Medical Response (AMR) and REACH Air Medical Services announced today that the companies have successfully helped transition emergency ambulance services.
Air Evac Team Visits SCKMC ER Staff
2.20.2019
Several SCKMC emergency room workers recently had an up close and personal look at a life flight helicopter.
Fighting Opioids from the Frontline
2.15.2019
AMR Regional Director Chris Stawasz was recognized for his leadership in coordinating the emergency medical services response to the opioid crisis in the state – and underscor...
Patients of Air Ambulance Services Need Coverage When it Counts
2.11.2019
While many private insurers do right by their clients and cover air medical transportation at a fair rate, many pay far below the cost of the services by claiming the transpor...
A Fighting Chance
2.7.2019
Air Evac Lifeteam crew takes charge when their pilot suffers a medical emergency.
Rural Metro Announces Free AirMed Benefit for Subscribers
2.1.2019
Rural Metro Fire is proud to announce their partnership with AirMed. AirMed, a 24/7/365 Medical Air Transport company, focuses on fixed wing aircraft transportation from hospi...
NAEMSP® Welcomes New Leadership
1.28.2019
David K. Tan, MD, EMT-T, FAAEM, FAEMS, is the new president of the association. Tan is also the medical director of AMR/Abbott EMS and medical director of the Clayton Fire Dep...
Global Medical Response Joins IMSA as Newest Corporate Partner
1.22.2019
Partnership with industry leader expands IMSA's medical support and incident response.
Airbus Signs Orders for Six EMS Helicopters
12.13.2018
REACH Air Medical Services will add three H125s and two H130s to its current fleet.
REACH Air Medical Services to acquire five new Airbus helicopters
10.25.2018
REACH Air Medical Services will boost its life saving capabilities with the addition of five Airbus helicopters.
AMGH Responds to AMR Request for Hurricane Michael EMS Deployment
10.16.2018
AMGH companies are sending caregivers and rotor wing air assets to assist under AMR’s contract with FEMA.
AMR Activates National Command Center and Deploys Emergency Response Teams for Catastrophic Hurricane Michael
10.14.2018
AMR and network providers are deploying crews and medical transportation ground assets to assist affected communities.
AMR Activates National Command Center and Deploys Emergency Response Teams for Hurricane Florence
9.12.2018
AMR, its sister companies at AMGH and network providers are deploying crews and medical transportation ground and air assets to assist affected communities.
Stormont Vail Health Finalizing Sale of Life Star
8.30.2018
Stormont Vail Health is finalizing the sale of Life Star, the organization’s air transport service for trauma and other emergency patients, to Med-Trans Corporation (Med-Trans...
REACH Air Medical Services Opens Napa Base
6.29.2018
The new Napa base will accelerate services already available in neighboring Sonoma, Mendocino and Lake counties. The new base will operate year-round.
Questions for Air Medical Group Holdings CEO Fred Buttrell
3.23.2018
Aviation Week – March 23, 2018 AMGH CEO Fred Buttrell provides an overview of AMGH operations.
AMGH and AMR Complete Transaction and Combine Under New Parent Company Global Medical Response
3.14.2018
Greenwood Village, CO, and Lewisville, TX – Air Medical Group Holdings (AMGH), a KKR portfolio company, and American Medical Response (AMR) today announced the completion of a...