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Stormont Vail Health Finalizing Sale of Life Star

- (8/30/2018)

Stormont Vail Health is finalizing the sale of Life Star, the organization’s air transport service for trauma and other emergency patients, to Med-Trans Corporation (Med-Trans).

Global Medical Response Joins IMSA as Newest Corporate Partner

- (1/22/2019)

Partnership with industry leader expands IMSA's medical support and incident response.

Air Medical Group Holdings Signs Purchase Agreement to Acquire Seven Bar Aviation, LLC

- (4/3/2019)

Air Medical Group Holdings (AMGH), a leading air medical transport company, has signed a purchase agreement to acquire Seven Bar Aviation, LLC (SBA).

California Dispatcher Honored by IAED

- (4/26/2019)

Dispatcher of the Year Award recognizes Katerine McNulty for service during 2017 wildfires.

New Study Shows Americans Believe Air Ambulance Services Are a Critical Healthcare Service

- (7/29/2019)

The results of a new national survey of 1,240 American adults, revealing almost 90% consider air ambulances a critical service in healthcare, with 95% agreeing that these services help save lives.

GMR Deploys 10 Rotor Aircraft, 500 Ground Vehicles, Nearly 1800 Crew Members

- (9/3/2019)

As part of American Medical Response’s (AMR) FEMA contract, GMR has deployed teams and medical transportation assets to help communities in FL, GA, SC and NC. 

Provider Profile Med-Trans Corporation

- (10/17/2019)

National medical transport provider Med-Trans Corporation, a GMR solution, is focused on establishing professional relationships with leading health systems, medical centers and EMS agencies.

Midwest Aeroare Now Flying Bell 407 Helicopter

- (10/29/2019)

Midwest AeroCare, a Med-Trans Corporation program, recently took delivery of a medically configured Bell 407 helicopter.

UMMC Enters Air Ambulance Partnership; Med-Trans will Take Over Aviation, Billing

- (1/29/2020)

University of Mississippi Medical Center is partnering Med-Trans Corporation, A Global Medical Response Solution, to provide helicopters, equipment and pilots for the AirCare bases in Jackson, Meridian, Columbus and Greenwood.

Global Medical Response to Acquire 2 Frasca Helicopter FTDs

- (2/25/2020)

GMR is acquiring two Frasca Level 7 helicopter flight training devices (FTDs) to support aviation training for Guardian Flight (Airbus H125 FTD)and Med-Trans Corporation (Bell 407GX FTD), for both initial and recurrent pilot training.

Ballad Health's Emergency Chopper, 'HEART,' Makes Debut

- (7/27/2020)

Ballad Health in Virginia is launching the new Highlands Emergency Air Rescue and Transport Service with Med-Trans Corp.The service, known as ‘HEART,’ will transport victims of trauma or other serious conditions thru helicopter.

GMR Activates More than 1,100 Personnel and 325 Ground and Air Assets in Response to Hurricane Laura

- (8/28/2020)

As part of American Medical Response's (AMR) FEMA contract, GMR is deploying air and ground crews and medical transportation assets including more than 1,100 first responders, 300 ambulances, 15 helicopters, 10 airplanes and 131 paratransit units to help Louisiana communities devastated by the hurricane. Crews from GMR companies AMR, Air Evac Lifet...

Air Evac Lifeteam and Med-Trans Corp. are Now In Network with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi

- (9/3/2020)

Mississippi residents with BCBS now have in-network access to life-saving emergency air medical transports.

Air Evac Lifeteam and Med-Trans Join with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi

- (9/10/2020)

Officials with Air Evac Lifeteam and Med-Trans Corp., part of the Global Medical Response (GMR) family of companies, announced they have signed an agreement with Blue Cross Blue Shield in Mississippi and Advanced Health Systems, Inc. (Mississippi State and School Employees Life and Health Insurance Plans).

Sierra Lifeflight Employee Receives Award of Excellence from the Association of Air Medical Services

- (9/14/2020)

Lisa Davis, Clinical Base Manager for Sierra Lifeflight, has been recognized with the Association of Air Medical Services 2020 Fixed Wing Award of Excellence.

Med-Trans Corp. Delivers New Air Ambulance to Launch HCA Virginia Healthcare Ambulance

- (12/3/2020)

New helicopter at Chippenham Hospital adds to regional Medflight options.

Springfield Sets up COVID Vaccines for First Responders

- (1/8/2021)

Health Commissioner Helen R. Caulton Harris said Thursday that the city will provide coronavirus vaccines to hundreds of first responders next week.

Bayflite 4 is Now Med-Trans Florida

- (3/29/2021)

Bayflite 4 unveils new name for Brooksville Air Medical Base.

Med-Trans Corporation Announces In-Network Agreement With Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama

- (4/1/2021)

BCBS members in Alabama will not receive balance bills when transported by Med-Trans

Team Goes Door-to-Door in San Diego's Barrio Logan to Set Up COVID-19 Vaccinations

- (4/2/2021)

AMR employees joined an out-reach team in a San Diego neighborhood hit hard by the pandemic to sign up residents for coronavirus vaccine appointments this weekend.

American Medical Response to Lead Dallas County COVID-19 Vaccine Efforts

- (4/27/2021)

As part of the Contract with Dallas County, AMR will Distribute up to 12,000 Vaccine Doses per Day

Ready, Set, Go in an Emergency

- (4/27/2021)

Ready, Set, Go! is a nationwide program adopted by the 15 Arizona Sheriffs that educates residents about proactive measures to take before an emergency and actions to follow when communities are threatened. 

Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital Expands Air Transport Operation

- (5/11/2021)

Med-Trans-affiliated LifeLine medical air transport services has expanded its mission with the Tampa Bay-area hospital.

Med-Trans Pilot Honored With Prestigious Award

- (5/12/2021)

Pilot Melvin Hughes has received the Federal Aviation Administration's “Master Pilot” Award

Vaccination Verification: To Require Or Not To Require?

- (5/24/2021)

CrowdRx Medical Director Matt Friedman MD is emphatic about the importance of vaccinations for people in mass group settings like the Vax Live concert.

Paramedics in Prescott Pull Woman out of Burning Car

- (5/24/2021)

On May 13, Murray and EMT Madison Rubio were parked in their area in Prescott. EMT-In-Training Charlotte Payne was also on board when a few passerbys alerted them a woman had just crashed her car into a fence.

Safety Tips for the 4th of July

- (7/2/2021)

Whether your family is grilling outdoors, engaging in water activities, watching (or setting off) fireworks, or participating in celebratory parades, AMR wants to remind you of the importance of holiday safety.

Survivor of Mountain Fall Visits with Arctic Guardians Who Saved Him

- (7/16/2021)

The rescue involved coordination between multiple agencies, including the 176th Wing, Alaska Air National Guard, Wrangell St. Elias National Park and Preserve Search and Rescue Team, National Park Service Fire Management in Fairbanks, National Park Service A-Star Helicopter, Wrangell Mountain Air, Guardian Flight, and Kennicott Wilderness Guides.

21 New EMS Graduates Set to Become Buffalo's Newest Healthcare Heroes through Program

- (7/27/2021)

More than a dozen 'Earn While You Learn' academy graduates are set to become Buffalo's newest future healthcare heroes. Twenty-one American Medical response, or AMR, students were joined by Mayor Byron Brown and top AMR officials.

Seeking Safety on the Sandy River

- (7/30/2021)

The presence of AMR river rescue technicians — colloquially lifeguards — has drastically reduced drownings at the park, even as usage skyrockets.

Parents of EMT Shot in Silverlake Park Thank Health Care Workers, Tucson Community

- (7/31/2021)

We want to thank the ICU Doctors, Nurses and staff of Banner Tucson Hospital. They are truly Angels and we never doubted Jacob had the best care. May the love and compassion they showed our son be returned to you 100-fold.

Kurtz Ambulance Service Proud to Continue 911 Service to Tinley Park, IL

- (8/17/2021)

The company received a four-year contract extension on July 20.

Hospital Wing is Now a Part of the Global Medical Response Family of Companies

- (10/4/2021)

For 35 years, Hospital Wing has provided the highest level of care to the critically ill and injured in the Mid-South.

Overland Park Regional Medical Center Adds New Air Support

- (10/7/2021)

A new critical care transport helicopter will now specifically serve the region's largest program for neonatal intensive care services.

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Stars of Life

Every year, GMR honors EMS professionals who demonstrate the next level of patient care. Take a look at GMR's previous Stars of Life honorees.

Kenneth Ford

Ford recalls the historical events he witnessed after two-decades in the military.

Nicholas Cox

After serving 22 years in the United States Army, Cox continues to serve his community.

Peter Broda

Broda's experience in the Coast Guard prepared him for leadership in aviation.

Robert Galvin

Air Evac Lifeteam's Robert Galvin used his experice in the Army to prepare him for COVID-19 deployment in New York City.

Scott Hutchison

On his first day on the job as an inter-facility driver, Scott Hutchison saved a child@s life. Scott and his ambulance were stopped at a traffic light when a man in a parking lot started shouting and <b>wa</b>ving at him frantically. The man yelled that a baby <b>wa</b>s dying and asked Scott to follow him. Scott@s EMT partner <b>wa</b>s tending to a patient and couldn...

Joshua Young

Joshua Young is being honored as a Star of Life for his actions while transporting a critically ill patient from Mexico to the United States, and for his role as a mentor. Upon arriving to the bedside of a critically ill young man in Southern Mexico, Joshua discovered that the patient@s endotracheal tube <b>wa</b>s not properly secured and that the local ...

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Find out what people are saying about GMR in the news and what the company itself has curated for immediate media release.

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Global Medical Response is dedicated to offering the best in mobile healthcare, getting our patients to the next level of care via medical transportation with ease.

Med-Trans

Med-Trans is a leading national medical transport provider, focused on establishing professional relationships with leading health systems, medical centers and EMS agencies.

New Alliance Broadens Access to Air Medical Transport Services in Virginia

- (10/28/2021)

A joint press release from VCU Health System, Bon Secours, Mary Washington Healthcare, Riverside Health and Med-Trans Corporation.  

Local First Responders Offer Safety Tips for Off-Highway Vehicle Enthusiasts

- (11/3/2021)

"Off-road vehicles have grown in popularity over the past several years," said Sergio Cardenas, Program Director for REACH. “With that increase in popularity comes a higher risk of accidents and injuries."

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James Brodigan

James (Jim) Brodigan is being honored as a star of life for his quick actions that enabled an elderly patient to reach a local ICU. Jim <b>wa</b>s off duty pursuing his hobby when he visited the home of a man who had an old pinball machine for sale. The man suddenly paled, weakened and became short of breath. Soon, he collapsed to the floor and <b>wa</b>s unresp...

Loretta Burton

Loretta (Lorie) Burton is being honored as a Star of Life for her actions that saved the life of a cardiac arrest patient in April of 2019. On that day, she and her EMT partner were called to a dental clinic parking lot where they found an 81-year-old male in cardiac arrest. With the help of her partner, Lorie began CPR and then continued ALS care ...

Peter Beemer

In April 2018, Kauai <b>wa</b>s hit by unrelenting rain. Forty-nine inches fell in 24 hours, causing devastation across the remote Ha<b>wa</b>iian island. Peter Beemer <b>wa</b>s home with his wife and three children when the storm hit. Peter <b>wa</b>s trapped behind landslides and <b>wa</b>tched his car and truck float a<b>wa</b>y in the flood <b>wa</b>ters, but that didn@t stop him from respon...

Bruce Hagen

American Medical Response Napa, California Bruce@s distinguished 35-year career in EMS and countless certifications, including mountain and wilderness rescue, are exactly the traits you <b>wa</b>nt in an individual coordinating EMS response during one of the nation@s worst firestorms. On the evening of, October 8, 2017, Bruce, operating a 4-wheel drive ...

Karis Arce

American Medical Response San Francisco, California Unlike many students working their <b>wa</b>y through college, Karis did not push the easy button when it came time to choose a job. Not only did she decide to become an EMT while attending school, she also chose to work in AMR@s San Francisco operations, one of the busiest EMS systems in the state. @...

Nicole (Nicky) Androski

American Medical Response San Diego, California On May 18, 2017, Nicky and her partner, Thomas Hlava, came to stop at a traffic light. In front of them <b>wa</b>s what Nicky describes as a @very good-looking Corvette.@ As the light turned green, the Corvette started moving for<b>wa</b>rd and then quickly stopped for no apparent reason. As they were about to pa...

Sheri Jones

American Medical Response Las Vegas, Nevada Sheri <b>wa</b>s another hero on October 1, 2017. She <b>wa</b>s part of the initial <b>wa</b>ve of team members responding to @man down.@ She made her <b>wa</b>y to<b>wa</b>rds the incident and ended up at one of the nearby hotels finding multiple victims, all deceased. Knowing that the radio kept assigning additional calls as reports o...

Timothy Hoffman

American Medical Response Grand Rapids, Michigan Tim Hoffman has been a dedicated AMR employee for more than 12 years. Tim grew up in Holland, Michigan and it <b>wa</b>s a natural step for him to become a paramedic. Tim@s father, John, is also a paramedic who works for AMR in Holland. Tim started at AMR as a wheelchair van driver on August 16, 2005. He...

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Stefanie Everts

As part of a flight team on a H135 air ambulance helicopter, Everts draws from her military experience in her successful and vital civilian career.

Washington County Flight Nurse Honored

- (3/29/2022)

Eric Selby has flown for Air Evac Lifeteam for seven years.

AMR Awarded Five-Year $1.2B Contract As FEMA's National Medical Transport and Support Provider

- (4/28/2022)

GMR, the parent company of AMR, says the new contract begins on May 1, 2022 and continues through April 30, 2027.

AMR Lifeguards Return to Glenn Otto Park in Troutdale

- (5/27/2022)

Since 1999, AMR's River Rescue and Safety Program has been a summertime fixture at the Park in Troutdale, Oregon.

Three Structures Destroyed in Rum Creek Fire in Oregon

- (8/31/2022)

Rural Metro Fire of Josephine County says a residence in the hills above Almeda County Park was also completely ruined by the wildfire.

Family, Friends Honor Fallen Hawaii Flight Nurse

- (1/17/2023)

Loved ones of Courtney Parry remembered her loving and energetic personality at a Celebration of Life event at Kamaole Beach Park III.

REACH Reminds OFV Enthusiasts to Play It Safe This Season

- (1/19/2023)

REACH Air Medical Services (REACH) offer safety tips for Off-Highway Vehicle fans who ride in places like the Imperial Sand Dunes and Ocotillo Wells recreation areas.

Air Medical Providers File Lawsuit Against Cigna Health and Life Insurance Company

- (4/17/2023)

Cigna violated federal law by failing to pay awards issued under Federal No Surprises Act.

Ribbon Cutting For New Med-Trans Affiliated Helicopter in North Carolina

- (5/26/2023)

Bladen County, NC, Hospital held a ribbon cutting for its new LifeLink Air Helicopter. Med-Trans provides the helicopter, mechanic, pilot and flight certificate, while Cape Fear Valley Health provides clinical oversight, crew, facilities and medical supplies.

Med-Trans Affiliate Partners to Provide Blood Products on Kansas, Missouri Air Ambulances

- (6/26/2023)

The Community Blood Center of Greater Kansas City is partnering with HealthSTAR ONE to supply the air ambulances with blood, which can be used for blood therapy to help save the lives of patients suffering from traumatic blood loss.

New Air Ambulance in College Station, TX, Begins Service

- (8/25/2023)

The new AirMed 12 helicopter is a state-of-the-art resource for St. Joseph Health in partnership with the Med-Trans.

GMR Welcomes New Executive Director for the GMR Foundation for Research and Education

- (9/19/2023)

Amy McKenney will oversee the executive functions of the Foundation.

32 First Responders from GMR to Receive the EMS Industry’s Highest Honor

- (10/2/2023)

The Stars of Life Honorees will be recognized by the American Ambulance Association in Washington D.C. in November

GrandView Aviation's Ruth wins Patriot Award

- (1/19/2024)

GrandView Aviation Director of Maintenance recognized by Maryland’s Employer Support for the Guard and Reserve with “Patriot Award.”

GMR’s Strozyk Speaks to Congress on Issues Underpinning Pending Healthcare Legislation

- (2/15/2024)

AAA President and GMR Senior Vice President Randy Strozyk testified before the House Energy and Commerce Committee on healthcare issues impacting the delivery of EMS.

Zach Dayton

Zach Dayton provided immediate medical intervention for a woman and her stillborn baby, who <b>wa</b>s born in a car at a parking lot, ultimately saving the baby@s life. It happened on an afternoon in late April 2022, when Zach <b>wa</b>s <b>wa</b>lking his gurney out to the ambulance bay in Mesa. That@s when he noticed a frantic woman pounding on the glass doors of th...

Danny Workman

When Category 5 Hurricane Ian hit the Atlantic coast, Danny Workman <b>wa</b>s one of the first to volunteer for deployment as part of a four-person neonatal team. Previously deployed three times, Danny knew what a valuable service this team would provide. The neonatal teams@ mission <b>wa</b>s to provide rotor-wing emergency mobile service to neonates in the hu...

Daniel Lee

Daniel Lee showed incredible ability and distinguished courage, going above and beyond the call of duty to rescue his fellow crew members after the unthinkable happened. On the afternoon of a day in May 2022, Lee picked up a shift on an AL3 Klamath helicopter to help out his team and keep the aircraft in service. @He, along with a newly hired RN, t...

Bill Weber

On an evening in late November 2022, Bill Weber and his partner made a discovery that would eventually result in Bill rescuing multiple people from a fire. It happened when the two EMS professionals were returning from a long-distance transfer. That@s when they noticed a strong orange glow around the community of Desert Hills. When the two went to ...

Med-Trans Corporation and Banner Health Add Blood Products to Aircraft in Colorado

- (4/22/2024)

The air medical provider now has the capability to administer blood to trauma patients.

Med-Trans Adds to Air Ambulance Fleet With ITC Helicopter Leases

- (4/23/2024)

Five medically configured Bell 407 aircraft will be deployed in Med-Trans bases in Texas, Iowa, Oklahoma and Kansas, serving the local hospital systems.

The Patient in The Parking Lot

- (5/7/2024)

Arizona EMS professionals restore dignity and self-respect to a sick, unhoused patient.

Med-Trans Announces New Partnership with Med-Force

- (6/17/2024)

The partnership strengthens air medical services within the Quad Cities.

MUSC Health Partners with Med-Trans to Launch Meducare 4 Air Ambulance Service in South Carolina

- (6/19/2024)

The rotor-wing service designed to enhance emergency medical transport in the region, providing services across Bamberg, Calhoun and Orangeburg counties.

Self Regional Medical Center Adds Helicopter Transport Service

- (6/21/2024)

The South Carolina hospital partnered with Med-Trans Corp.to provide a medically configured Bell 407 helicopter available 24/7.

AMR Extends Lifeguard Season at Popular Portland, OR Parks

- (9/5/2024)

American Medical Response is keeping lifeguards at High Rocks and Glenn Otto Parks past its normal schedule due to the region's excessive heat.

Riggs Egolf

Riggs Egolf is being recognized for his steadfastness as a healthcare provider. His calm, cool demeanor is an inspiration to other first responders who marvel at his ability to remain completely unruffled and professional regardless of the challenges he faces while providing care. For example, in early 2023, he <b>wa</b>s in transit on a routine hospital ...

AMR Thankful to Have Served Community for Over 110 Years

- (11/25/2024)

American Medical Response celebrates 110 years of service to the Portland metro area.

2024 Stars of Life: Rushing In When Others Rush Away

- (1/23/2025)

2024 Star of Life and AirMed flight therapist Lucie Walters helps save the life of a shooting victim in a parking lot of a hotel.

Breaking the Barrier: AirCare II Celebrates Women in Aviation Week

- (3/7/2025)

Pilot Andrea Papp reflects on her career in aviation in hopes to inspire the next generation of women aviators.

Scotland Hamlin

Known for being dependable, highly skilled and hardworking, Scotland Hamlin is an example of a dedicated EMS first responder who, even on his day off, will step in to help a patient and his fellow first responders.@ Such <b>wa</b>s the case on a day in November last year, when Scotland, while off duty, saw an AMR ambulance parked along a road<b>wa</b>y with its...

Raquel Soto

Raquel Soto is being recognized for her life-saving interaction with a suicidal patient. She and her partner, Ho<b>wa</b>rd Freeman, were the first to arrive on-scene for the call. An adult male <b>wa</b>s standing atop an eight-story parking structure indicating an intention to jump. Raquel made her <b>wa</b>y to the roof to establish contact with the patient and quic...

AMR lifeguards Return to Glenn Otto Park in Troutdale, OR on Memorial Day

- (5/8/2025)

The American Medical Response River Safety program staffs the park with a minimum of two guards per shift and adds a third or fourth when the temperatures and crowds spike.

AMR Honored with Prestigious EMS Awards

- (5/21/2025)

AMR in Billings, Montana earned two of the state's highest honors in the EMS industry: the EMS Service of the Year Award and the EMS for Children Pediatric Award.

Board Chair and Chief Executive Officer

Nick Loporcaro is the board chair and chief executive officer of Global Medical Response. Loporcaro establishes GMR@s strategic direction and ensures the continued operational rigor that has enabled the company to set the standard for prehospital healthcare delivery. @@ Loporcaro brings a wealth of leadership experience to his role as president an...

SVP and Senior Advisor to the CEO

Tim Dorn is SVP and Senior Advisor to the CEO for Global Medical Response (GMR). In this role, he leverages more than 30 years@ experience with GMR and its flagship ground ambulance company American Medical Response (AMR), to optimize the performance of operations that serve hundreds of communities nationwide. Dorn has extensive experience in emer...