Patriot Ambulance

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Should I Call an Ambulance or Drive to the Hospital?

Deciding whether to call 911 or drive yourself can make a critical difference. Learn when to call an ambulance, what conditions are life-threatening, and what to tell the dispatcher when you do call.

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Patriot EMS Week BBQ 2021 Community
May 2021

2021 EMS Week BBQ

Our 2021 EMS Week BBQ was a huge success! Thanks to all who came out and celebrated with us. Special thanks to Michaelangelos for providing great music.

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Patriot Ambulance crew Services
April 2019

Bariatric Transportation

We offer door-through-door services for patients of all ages and weights. Our team is equipped and trained to handle all bariatric transport needs with care and dignity.

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Patriot Ambulance dispatch center Services
April 2019

Critical Care Transportation

Critical care transport (CCT) is the movement of critically ill patients from facilities where patients' needs exceed available capabilities. Learn how Patriot handles CCT.

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Patriot Ambulance vehicle Services
April 2019

Shuttle & Bus Service

Our primary mission is to transport passengers, patients and hospital staff, along predefined routes with professionalism and reliability, every day.

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Patriot Ambulance fleet Services
April 2019

Wheelchair Transportation

Non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT) provides transportation to people who are not in an emergency but require assistance getting to medical appointments.

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Patriot EMS training Education
April 2019

(BLS) Basic Life Support

Basic Life Support is a set of noninvasive emergency techniques performed to aid victims of life-threatening illness or injury until they can be given full medical care.

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Patriot Ambulance ALS Education
April 2019

(ALS) Advanced Life Support

Advanced Life Support is a set of life-saving protocols and skills that extend beyond basic life support to include interventions that can establish and maintain an airway.

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