EastCare

EastCare

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EastCare is a critical care transport service based in North Carolina, United States. It provides rapid medical transport for critically ill or injured patients, utilizing both air and ground ambulances. EastCare is affiliated with ECU Health Medical Center, formerly known as Vidant Medical Center, and serves a wide region in eastern North Carolina.

History

EastCare was established in 1985 to address the need for rapid transport of critically ill patients to advanced medical facilities. Initially, the service began with a single helicopter and has since expanded to include multiple aircraft and ground ambulances. Over the years, EastCare has become an integral part of the emergency medical services in the region, providing life-saving transport and care.

Operations

EastCare operates a fleet of helicopters and ground ambulances equipped with advanced medical technology. The service is staffed by highly trained medical professionals, including flight nurses, paramedics, and emergency medical technicians (EMTs).

Air Transport

EastCare helicopter N485EC

EastCare's air transport service includes several helicopters strategically located to provide rapid response times. These helicopters are equipped with state-of-the-art medical equipment and staffed by a team of medical professionals capable of providing critical care during transport.

EastCare Air 3 helicopter

The air transport service is crucial for reaching remote or difficult-to-access areas, ensuring that patients receive timely medical attention and transport to specialized care facilities.

Ground Transport

In addition to air transport, EastCare operates a fleet of ground ambulances. These vehicles are similarly equipped with advanced medical technology and staffed by skilled medical personnel. Ground transport is often used for inter-facility transfers and when weather conditions prevent air transport.

Service Area

EastCare serves a large area in eastern North Carolina, providing transport services to numerous hospitals and medical facilities. The service area includes both rural and urban regions, ensuring that even remote communities have access to critical care transport.

Training and Education

EastCare is committed to the ongoing training and education of its staff. Regular training sessions and simulations are conducted to ensure that all personnel are prepared to handle a wide range of medical emergencies. The service also participates in community outreach and education programs to promote health and safety.

Fleet

EastCare helicopter N854EC

EastCare's fleet includes several helicopters and ground ambulances, each equipped with the latest medical technology. The helicopters are capable of rapid response and are essential for transporting patients over long distances or in challenging terrain.

EastCare helicopter N918EC

The ground ambulances are used for both emergency response and scheduled inter-facility transfers, providing flexibility and reliability in patient transport.

Facilities

EastCare's main base of operations is located at ECU Health Medical Center in Greenville, North Carolina. The facility includes a helipad and maintenance facilities for the aircraft, as well as administrative offices and training areas.

Lower pad panorama at EastCare

Related Pages

• ECU Health Medical Center
• Emergency medical services in the United States
• Air ambulance
• Critical care transport