What if the local facilities are not capable of providing treatment?
In evaluating the local facilities, MEDEX considers such factors as the quality of the blood supply, medical technology and specialties available, use of sterile equipment and the patient’s medical requirements. If facilities are inadequate, the MEDEX Physician Advisor will report on the safety of such an evacuation, any medical needs the patient may require en route and the evacuation plan details. MEDEX will consult with all parties involved and fully manage the issues surrounding the evacuation.
In evaluating the local facilities, Travel Assistance considers such factors as the quality of the blood supply, medical technology and specialties available, use of sterile equipment and the patient’s medical requirements. If facilities are inadequate, the Travel Assistance Regional Medical Advisor will report on the safety of such and evacuation, any medical needs the patient may require en route and the evacuation plan details. Travel Assistance will consult with all parties involved and fully manage the issues surrounding the evacuation.
