17-03-2025
Lifeguard Ambulance Service earns advanced licensing, enhancing EMS service in Lauderdale County
LAUDERDALE COUNTY, Ala. (WHNT) — Lifeguard Ambulance Service has announced that Lifeguard Lauderdale County has received the Alabama State Critical Care certification, the highest level of EMS certification in Alabama.
'By earning the State Critical Care certificate, our first responders are able to treat higher acuity conditions in the field, such as severe cardiac events and traumatic injuries,'said Patrick Sartain, operations manager for Lifeguard. 'Enhancing our capabilities will allow us the opportunity for increased specialized care and positive patient outcomes.'
Equitable and quality healthcare has become a major concern as rural populations increase across the nation. The majority of residents living in Lauderdale County will now have increased access to care.
'We pride ourselves on setting the standard for excellent EMS care, and now our teams will be able to fully maximize the advanced technology and skillsets they have,' said Josh Spencer, regional director for GMR. 'This increase in service will allow for a stronger 911 EMS response and a streamlined transport process with our partner hospitals.'
The rollout of the enhanced service began earlier this month, with Lifeguard able to deploy critical care crews and assets immediately upon receiving the certification. Lifeguard has served the communities of Lauderdale County since 2022, providing inter-facility transportation and Advanced Life Support 911 services.
Lifeguard is one of 14 ground EMS agencies in the state and the first in Lauderdale County to receive the certification.
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