Parkland Health Center recently announced they have entered into a service agreement with Air Methods to provide emergency air transport to patients in need. Through this relationship, Air Methods will be the primary air transport service utilized by patients who present in the Parkland Health Center emergency departments. Air Methods is also available to those who require air transport from an accident scene.
Air Methods has been one of Parkland's providers for more than two years and they provide services for other BJC hospitals.
Parkland Health Center recognizes the importance of fast, reliable care in an emergency.
Patients will have the option to request a different air transport provider, if available, provided the medical team is comfortable and that there would be no negative impact to patient safety.
In the event air transport is needed and Air Methods does not have an aircraft avaialble, or the expected response time is not acceptable, other providers of air transportation will be contacted to ensure the needs of hte patient are adequately met.