North Lincoln Hospital Heliport

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North Lincoln Hospital Heliport is a heliport located in Lincoln City, Oregon, United States. It is primarily used for medical emergencies, providing a critical link for patient transport to North Lincoln Hospital.

Overview[edit | edit source]

North Lincoln Hospital Heliport is a private-use heliport that is owned and operated by the Samaritan North Lincoln Hospital. The heliport is located on the hospital grounds and is used primarily for air ambulance services, facilitating the rapid transport of critically ill or injured patients to the hospital for immediate medical attention.

Facilities and Services[edit | edit source]

The heliport features a single helipad that is capable of accommodating a variety of helicopter types. The helipad is equipped with lighting to facilitate night operations. In addition to the helipad, the heliport also has a refueling station and a hangar for the storage and maintenance of helicopters.

The primary service provided by the North Lincoln Hospital Heliport is air ambulance transport. This service is critical in situations where ground transport is not feasible or would take too long, such as in cases of severe trauma, heart attacks, strokes, and other life-threatening emergencies.

Location and Access[edit | edit source]

North Lincoln Hospital Heliport is located at the Samaritan North Lincoln Hospital in Lincoln City, Oregon. Access to the heliport is restricted to authorized personnel and emergency medical services. The heliport is not open to the public.

See Also[edit | edit source]

Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD