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Sick or injured abroad? How to find out if you should be treated locally or find an International Medical Transport Service.

Far from home, a traveler is injured when the taxi he is riding in gets hit by a delivery truck. The traveler is rushed to the hospital, where he is diagnosed with cracked ribs and a concussion. But should that diagnosis be trusted? When should travelers seek care locally or arrange for medical evacuations through…

Air Medical Transport: Is an Air Ambulance Service More than You Need?

A medical emergency, especially when it occurs far from home, can mean transporting a patient thousands of miles at a cost of tens of thousands of dollars. Although many people might think their only option is an air ambulance, there are times when this form of air medical transport is more than the situation requires.…

There are two primary types of air medical transportation: private air ambulance and commercial air medical transport. Here, we discuss the pros and cons of the two types of air medical transportation and which type is best suited for varying patient needs and medical transport situations. Private Air Ambulance Flight A private air ambulance is used in both emergency…

Understanding When to Request an Air Ambulance for your Patient

Air ambulances have literally revolutionized medical transport all over the world. But, the service has to be used wisely. Back in the day when patients could be transported only on wheels, there was no question of pondering over the when, why and how. Things have changed now and for good – state run and private…