Establishing Air Medical Programs for the Next Generation:

Establishing Air Medical Programs for the Next Generation: Frameworks for both Developed and Developing Nations

The Medevac Foundation International provides this guideline to establish, modify and sustain an effective air medical program. It serves as a resource for policymakers, regulatory agencies, and founding members seeking to establish air medical programs to serve their communities.

This manuscript expands the description of air medical services to include a wide array of essential elements present in successful air medical programs. Throughout this document, we will present examples of successful air medical programs from around the world.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. Overview of Air Medical Services
2. Telemedicine and Onboard Internet Connectivityâ€“Next Generation AMS
3. Planning an Air Medical Program
4. The Medical Component
5. The Aviation Component
6. Creating a Safety Culture
7. Business Models for Air Medical Programs
8. Air Medical Operations
9. Air Medical Program Administration
10. Air Medical Program Accreditation
11. Education and Training Programs
A. Civilian Aviation Administrations by Region and Country
B. The Precede-Proceed Logic Model

WHO SHOULD READ THIS BOOK

The target readership of this book is worldwide, government officials, hospitals and hospital systems, military officials, air medical program directors, ambulance companies, insurance companies, NGO officials, United Nations officials, etc.

ABOUT THE MEDEVAC FOUNDATION INTERNATIONAL

The MedEvac Foundation International is an international non-profit 501C (3) charitable organization headquartered in the Washington, DC area. The Foundation assists the Association of Air Medical Services (AAMS) to represent the Air Medical and the Critical Care Ground Transport Industry.

Since 2005, the Foundation has supported research, education, and outreach programs that enhance the industryâ€™s ability to provide quality medical care and provide safe and effective air and ground medical transportation for every patient in need. The Foundation funds programs and charitable activities that support AAMSâ€™ members and their families, who serve their communities with pride and commitment and provide life-saving services throughout the United States and around the world.

www.medevacfoundation.org

ABOUT NIGHTINGALE INTERNATIONAL

Nightingale International (NGI) audits, plans, builds and maintains programs in emergency medicine, critical care transport, medical clinics and air medical programs worldwide. With its team of highly experienced industry leaders, Nightingaleâ€™s programs improve patient survival and enhance clinical outcomes, as well as bring cost savings, increased control and more efficient resource utilization. NGI delivers integrated solutions to medical education & training, medical logistics, software implementation and integration, information systems, medical billing and reporting, communications and transportation management.

The group has extensive experience creating and sustaining both large and small scale programs in commercial, government and military sectors. Nightingaleâ€™s team has significant operational experience in the U.S., Africa, Middle East, Asia, and other locations worldwide, especially in challenging environments.

www.ngi-med.com
Country USA
Brand CREATESPACE
Manufacturer CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
Binding Paperback
UnitCount 1
EANs 9781548465797
ReleaseDate 0000-00-00

Country	USA
Brand	CREATESPACE
Manufacturer	CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
Binding	Paperback
UnitCount	1
EANs	9781548465797
ReleaseDate	0000-00-00

Establishing Air Medical Programs for the Next Generation: Frameworks for both Developed and Developing Nations

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