Denver Health Paramedic Division
Denver Health Paramedic Division is the primary provider of emergency medical services in the City and County of Denver, Colorado. Established in 1973, the division is part of the Denver Health and Hospital Authority, an integrated health care system in Denver.
History[edit | edit source]
The Denver Health Paramedic Division was established in 1973 as part of the Denver General Hospital. It was the first hospital-based paramedic service in the region. The division has grown significantly since its inception, and now employs over 200 paramedics and 50 emergency medical technicians (EMTs).
Services[edit | edit source]
The Denver Health Paramedic Division provides a range of emergency medical services, including Advanced Life Support (ALS), Basic Life Support (BLS), Critical Care Transport, and Community Paramedicine. The division responds to over 100,000 calls for service each year.
Advanced Life Support[edit | edit source]
Advanced Life Support (ALS) is a set of life-saving protocols and skills that extend Basic Life Support to further support the circulation and provide an open airway and adequate ventilation (breathing).
Basic Life Support[edit | edit source]
Basic Life Support (BLS) is a level of medical care which is used for victims of life-threatening illnesses or injuries until they can be given full medical care at a hospital.
Critical Care Transport[edit | edit source]
Critical Care Transport (CCT) is a means of transporting patients who require a higher level of care than standard ambulance transportation can provide.
Community Paramedicine[edit | edit source]
Community Paramedicine is a model of care where paramedics play a role in providing primary health care services, particularly in underserved areas.
Training[edit | edit source]
The Denver Health Paramedic Division operates a nationally recognized Paramedic School, which offers a comprehensive 1,200-hour paramedic training program. The school is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).
See also[edit | edit source]
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