Caroline Venner1 1CHQRS, , Abstract: The purpose of this 5-year retrospective analysis is to gain insight into the challenges posed by priority 1 taskings for a non-asset-based retrieval service in order to identify areas for quality improvement. The Children’s Health...
- August 21, 2023
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Adrian WILSON1 1Aeromedical Australia, , Abstract: Purpose To discuss ways to enhance efficiency in aeromedical operations in order to create better patient outcomes, reduce emissions, and reduce operating costs. Scope An Aeromedical Retrieval Network consists of all of the assets...
- May 18, 2023
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Anthony PRYZIBILLA1 1RFDS, , Abstract: The delivery of aeromedical services is inherently complex and requires a seamless integration of the unique aviation and medical environments. Quality patient care and aviation safety are equally important and each require adherence to numerous...
- May 18, 2023
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Rolf Peterson1, Colin GUNN1, Wayne CONDON1, Diane Tremain1 1Toll Helicopters, , Abstract: Since 2017, Toll Helicopters have successfully operated the Aeromedical Rescue Helicopter (Southern Zone) network on behalf of NSW Ambulance and ACT Ambulance. In 2023, the initiative to improve...
- May 18, 2023
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Raphael DWORKIN1 1SYDNEY HEMS, , Abstract: this case review will discuss an unfortunate farmer caught in a hazard reduction blaze, for whom oral intubation failed. Aspects of clinical decision making and agile team dynamics will be discussed, including the case...
- May 18, 2023
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Ms Heather Cudmore1 1Royal Flying Doctor Service (Western Operations), Broome, Australia Abstract: September 2023 will mark the three-year anniversary of the RFDS partnership with PHI flying out of Broome, in North West Australia. Together, RFDS Clinicians and PHI Pilots and...
- April 5, 2023
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Dr Caroline Venner1 1Children’s Health Queensland Retrieval Service, Brisbane, Australia, 2Gladstone Emergency Department, Gladstone, Australia Abstract: The purpose of this 5-year retrospective analysis is to gain insight into the challenges posed by priority 1 taskings for a non-asset-based retrieval service...
- April 5, 2023
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Dr Andrew Berry1 1NETS (NSW), , Australia Abstract: Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) is a technology to bypass the heart and lungs in patients with cardiopulmonary organ failure. It is used for temporary reliance on heart/lung bypass for patients with a...
- April 5, 2023
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Dr Andrew Berry1 1NETS (NSW), , Australia Abstract: Acute international transport of children is less common that for adults. A wide variety of agencies and interested parties can be involved; from the employer of a parent to insurance company, assistance...
- April 5, 2023
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Dr Andrew Berry1 1NETS (NSW), , Australia Abstract: High frequency ventilation is a commonly used modality for patients with respiratory failure unresponsive to conventional ventilation. Its use in inter-hospital transport is uncommon. Its use in long distance air medical transport...
- April 5, 2023
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