At UPMC Hamot, the mantle of emergency preparedness rests on the shoulders of Jason Chenault, PhD, senior director, Emergency Services, and his team. “Our job… Read more
Tag: Emergency Medical Services
Emergency Medical Services and UPMC: Working Together To Answer The Call
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) providers are the first step in providing world-class care throughout UPMC’s system. “If there is not an effective partnership and teamwork… Read more
City of Pittsburgh & UPMC Announce Partnership to Educate and Empower Community in Emergencies
In an emergency, minutes matter. From calling 911, to knowing how to perform chest compressions or how to use a tourniquet, to clearing a path… Read more
UPMC Presbyterian’s New Helipad Opens Today
A new helipad that reduces the time needed to take patients with serious injuries and illnesses from the rooftop landing site to the Emergency Department opened… Read more