Air Ambulance Services

Air Ambulance Service At Zulekha Hospital

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Categories:

• Air Ambulance – Private & Commercial
• Airline Stretcher
• Medical Escort – Non emergency

Air Charters:

• Helicopters
• Repatriation

Medical Assistance:

• Hospital Bed Booking
• Doctor/Nurse/Paramedic on Flight
• Cost containment
• Second opinion services
• Custom package
• Medical Escort during travel for business or leisure

Life-Sustaining Equipment on Air Ambulances:

Air ambulances are important in medical transport, providing rapid, specialized care with advanced equipment and medications. Before patient transfers or evacuations, Aero- Medical teams at Zulekha Hospital Dubai plan for potential emergencies, ensuring flights are equipped with vital monitors, machines, and medications to sustain life as we understand time is crucial in medical emergencies.

Some of the essential medical equipment found on board air ambulances are:

• Ventilators
• Monitor/Defibrillator
• Suction Unit
• Infusion System
• Enteral Feeding Pumps and Tubes
• Transport Incubator
• BabyPod
• Airworthy Oxygen Cylinders
• Charter flight setup

Scope:

• Neonatal & pediatric Transfers
• Geriatric care
• Dialysis patients
• Global hospitalization assistant
• Medical repatriation (hospital bed to hospital bed)
• Long-Distance Non-Emergency Medical Transport Services
• Critical Patient Transport

Costing

Medical flight and Medical Transport Costs vary significantly depending on the following factors:

• Commercial or Charter airline requirements
• Departure and arrival point (and Distance Travelled)
• Medical Condition of the patient and medical equipment and personnel required on board 
• Urgency of the request
• Accompanying persons
• Ground ambulance requirement

Process Flow:

Through our network of international passenger airlines, we can arrange the booking of a flight stretcher and will provide a qualified medical team with equipment to care for the patient. Our services cover the entire transfer process, including:

• Discussion with a treating physician. We will ascertain if a patient qualifies for this cost-saving service. Eligibility is determined by our Medical Director who operates in association with the Medical Department of the chosen airline.
• Obtaining Medical Reports and Fit to Fly certificate
• Obtaining airline medical clearance
• Booking of stretcher , and tickets for family or companions
• Arranging or providing all ground transportation
• Coordinating the transfer with the attending and receiving facility
• Arranging for the proper medical team, equipment, and supplies
• Coordinating the entire transfer and updating the family as the journey progresses

All throughout, Zulekha Hospital ensures the highest quality of care, attention to detail, and ‘no-compromise’ planning which results in a personalized care approach to every patient.

Additional Benefits Offered

• Medical Visas & Document Translation
• Foreign Airport Transit Assistance
• Medical Travel with Leisure Packages
• 24-Hrs Dedicated Case Manager

Booking An Air Ambulance

Here's a simple overview. Our support center will guide you through the details.

• Call 24x7 Support center
• Medical Records evaluation
• Fit-to-Fly Assessments
• Flight Confirmation

FAQs

1.How do I select a medical transfer service option?

You can send us the details of the patient's condition and we will discuss the details with your doctor and will suggest the best and the most feasible medical transfer service option.

2.What should I focus on when choosing a medical transfer Service?

You need to take the advice of your doctor and the expertise of the medical assistance service provider. Make sure your doctor has spoken to the service provider and has given his clearance for using the medical transfer service.

3. Will I get an invoice ?

Yes, after making the payment, Medical Assistance will draw up a final invoice and will pass this invoice to you directly. In case your deposit payment has not been used completely, you can get the positive balance paid back along with your invoice.

4. Is it necessary to translate the medical report for the doctors?

If you have decided to use our medical assistance services for the organization of a medical treatment program abroad, you may need to translate any medical documents if it was requested by the destination hospital medical team.

5. When should I pay for the medical assistance services?

The medical assistance service fees need to be made in advance as all the arrangements need to be made before the transfer itself.

6. What happens if I cancel the program?

Upon cancellation of the medical transfer program, the prepaid amount except the fees for documents and arrangements made will be returned to you.

7. Can I book a medical transfer from (to) the airport and VIP-service at the airport?

Yes, this type of medical transfer service is available.

Our team comprises of experienced professionals specialized in aviation medicine, equipped with the latest medical technology to ensure the highest standard of care during the transfer. We aim to make the process as smooth as possible, ensuring the best outcomes for our patients.

Contact:

For more information or to request air ambulance services, our team can be contacted on airambulance@zulekhahospitals.com
Dr. Mohammed Faheem - Specialist Emergency Medicine
P: +971 4 4151607 / 647 
E: mfaheem@zulekhahospitals.com