Flight For Life (Valley Hospital)

Flight For Life is a medical transport service provided by Valley Hospital, offering air ambulance and ground ambulance services. The program is designed to provide rapid-response, critical care transport for patients in need of immediate medical attention.

History

The Flight For Life program at Valley Hospital was established in the late 20th century, with the goal of providing rapid, critical care transport for patients in need. The program has since grown to include a fleet of helicopters and ambulances, staffed by a team of highly trained paramedics and nurses.

Services

Flight For Life provides both air and ground ambulance services. The air ambulance service utilizes helicopters equipped with advanced medical equipment and staffed by a team of experienced medical professionals. The ground ambulance service provides transport for patients who are in less critical condition, but still require medical supervision during transport.

Staff

The Flight For Life team consists of paramedics, nurses, pilots, and mechanics. All staff members are highly trained in their respective fields and are dedicated to providing the highest level of care to their patients.

Equipment

The helicopters used by Flight For Life are equipped with advanced medical equipment, including ventilators, defibrillators, and intravenous therapy equipment. The ground ambulances are similarly equipped, ensuring that patients receive the same level of care regardless of the mode of transport.

Training

All Flight For Life staff members undergo rigorous training to ensure they are prepared to handle any medical emergency. This includes training in advanced cardiac life support, pediatric advanced life support, and trauma life support.

See Also

• Air ambulance
• Ground ambulance
• Valley Hospital
• Medical transport