EastCare

EastCare is a medical transport service that provides air ambulance and ground ambulance services in the Eastern United States. It is affiliated with the Vidant Health system and operates primarily in North Carolina. EastCare is known for its rapid response times and high-quality medical care during transport.

History

EastCare was established in 1985 to address the need for rapid medical transport in rural and urban areas of eastern North Carolina. Initially, the service started with a single helicopter and has since expanded to include multiple helicopters, fixed-wing aircraft, and ground ambulances.

Services

EastCare offers a range of medical transport services, including:

• Air ambulance services using helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft.
• Ground ambulance services for both emergency and non-emergency transport.
• Specialized transport for neonatal, pediatric, and adult patients.
• Critical care transport with advanced life support capabilities.

Fleet

The EastCare fleet includes:

• Helicopters equipped with advanced medical equipment.
• Fixed-wing aircraft for longer-distance transports.
• Ground ambulances with state-of-the-art medical technology.

Coverage Area

EastCare primarily serves the eastern region of North Carolina but is capable of providing transport services to other areas as needed. The service operates out of multiple bases to ensure rapid response times.

Affiliations

EastCare is affiliated with Vidant Health, a comprehensive health system that includes multiple hospitals, outpatient facilities, and specialty care centers. This affiliation allows EastCare to provide seamless continuity of care from the scene of an emergency to the hospital.

Training and Certification

All EastCare medical personnel are highly trained and certified in various aspects of emergency medical care. This includes certifications in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP).

Community Involvement

EastCare is actively involved in community outreach and education. The service conducts regular training sessions for local EMS providers and participates in public health initiatives.

See Also

• Air ambulance
• Emergency medical services
• Vidant Health
• Medical transport