Top Myths of Air Ambulance

 

Myths of Air Ambulance | Air Rescuers

 

Air ambulances are only for critical emergencies

While Air Ambulance Services are mostly used in critical situations, they can also be used for the non-emergency medical transfers as well, such as transportation of a patient between two medical facilities without interruption of the medical treatment or Returning home for proper care.

Air ambulances are only available to the wealthy

Contrary to the popular belief which everyone has is, Air Ambulance Services are only available for the wealthy. It is understood that the concerns regarding costs often discourage individuals from seeking any sort of medical evacuation services. 
However, Air Rescuers have developed the most affordable Air Ambulance Services in India. Because, researchers have shown that the Logistics is the greater threat to Air Ambulance Services. So here, whether you belong to the middle class or any other economic group, our main aim is to make the air ambulance services accessible to everyone.

Air ambulances are primarily helicopters

Even though Helicopters are are commonly associated with Air Ambulances, they are not the only Air Ambulance used by Air Rescuers. Our Fleet includes a range of King Air B200, King Air C90B, Citation CJ2, Citation Bravo, Hawker 700, Bombardier Challenger 604, and Agusta 109C.

Air ambulances can land anywhere

No, This is clearly a strong statement, as Air Ambulance has the ability to land in various locations, yet they require a suitable type of Landing sites. Such as Helipads, Airports and any other designated landing zones, as they ensure the landing of the Aircraft safely.

Air ambulances are only for transporting patients

Air Ambulances are majorly used for patient transfer, but some companies use it for few other activities, such as Transportation of organs for transplantation, Transferring medical equipment and few specialized medical teams to remote locations.

Air ambulances are slower than ground ambulances

False! Because, Air Ambulance can bypass a challenging route, traffic and can cover long distances in a short time and can reach a destination quickly. Hence, Air Ambulances are often faster than ground ambulances.

Air ambulances are not safe

Nope! Where the health is concerned Ambulance of any sort is always upto the standard when it comes to safety. Pilots, Paramedics and the crew undergo a very intense and difficult training, + The Aircrafts are maintained and inspected daily to ensure safety of our patients during the transfer. Hence, The Statement “Air Ambulances are not safe” is a myth.

Air ambulances are only for adults

According to us, People believe this to be true, as the majority of the air ambulances are booked mainly for the transfers of the elderly or for older citizens. The truth is Air Ambulances are equipped to transport patients of all ages, childrens and infants.

Air ambulances are not suitable for patients with certain medical conditions

This statement is true to some extent! Patients with the condition of brain haemorrhage with certain vein rupture won't be able to board an Air Ambulance. But We are equipped to transfer a wide range of medical conditions including some critical illness, Severe injuries, chronic conditions, and even cancer. Unless you were bitten by a zombie.. You are good to go! 

Air ambulances are not available in rural or remote areas

Our main Motto is to spread awareness in the country, mainly in the rural or remote areas that Ambulances & Air Ambulance exists and is available for the rich and the poor. Air Ambulance Services play a huge role in providing medical assistance to these areas that have limited access to healthcare facilities. So that we can rapidly transfer the patients to advanced medical centers.

Air ambulances are only used for intercontinental transportation

Air Ambulance services provide their services to both National & International Transfers. As Air Ambulance services have their primary objective of transporting injured or ill patients to any medical facilities that can provide high- quality care. This can be either within or outside the country. While often Air Ambulance are indeed used for International transfers, they are equally important for domestic transportation.

Air ambulances are not equipped to handle complex medical procedures

Yes, an air ambulance is not the entire hospital. Although we are medically equipped and capable of handling numerous complex medical procedures, certain activities like live operations are not conducted in air ambulances. However, they can provide life-saving interventions such as intubation and defibrillation.

Air ambulances are not available 24/7

We operate day and night, all day, everyday, for 365 days in a year, to ensure quick action. We are always there to handle emergency and non-emergency medical flights.

Air ambulances are not equipped to handle bariatric patients

In many cases the (Bariatric)  obese patient's size mandates the use of a larger aircraft with large access doors known as Cargo doors. And only our King B200 Aircraft provides such door for a smooth transfer of a patients

Cargo Doors | Air Rescuers

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