Category Archives: Air Medical Transport

Air versus Ground Medical Transport: Which is the better option?

When it comes to air versus ground medical transport, the advantages and disadvantages may surprise you. Ground medical transport can be less expensive, but not always. Air ambulances can be a quicker way to transport a patient, but commercial airlines are often faster and more cost-effective. Here are some of the advantages and disadvantages of…

How Do You Transport a Sick Person on a Plane?

If you’ve taken a commercial airline flight recently, you have firsthand experience with cramped seating, minimal legroom, and narrow aisles. If you’re generally healthy and have good mobility, the experience may have been uncomfortable but manageable. Now imagine you’re seriously ill, far from home, and your insurance doesn't cover an air ambulance. The question then…

How Luxury Medical Transport Services from SentinelMED Combine Safety and Comfort

Medical transport doesn't have to be a cramped, uncomfortable experience for people who need to travel long distances. SentinelMED offers luxury medical transport, with assistance from trained medical escorts, for a reasonably priced alternative to air ambulance or medical jet services. What to Expect from Luxury Medical Transport “Luxury” can mean different things to different…

How SentinelMED Factors in Safety Concerns During Medical Evacuation

When patients need a medical evacuation, they don't have to choose between safety, comfort, or cost. In many cases, patients can be transported on domestic or international airlines with a medical escort. Not only is this transport method less expensive than an air ambulance, it can also be just as safe and comfortable. SentinelMED’s medical and…