Dr. Abernethy, who has flown with UW Health Med Flight since 1992, is one of the most experienced helicopter emergency medical services physicians in the world…
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WPR highlights UW Med Flight whole blood transfusion initiative
According to Dr. Ryan Newberry, only a small number of emergency medical services nationwide have the capability to deliver whole blood in the field…
Med Flight physician Dr. Andrew Cathers named to “40 Under 40 Professionals Transforming Transport Medicine”
Presented by the Association of Air Medical Services, the awards celebrate emerging leaders who are advancing patient care, safety and clinical operations…
Exploring Emergency Medicine with Dr. Mike Abernethy, chief flight physician
The clinical professor and sometimes storyteller has a passion for advancing air medical safety and care for patients outside the hospital…
When seconds count: UW Health Med Flight adds whole blood on every transport
Med Flight now carries whole blood on every transport, ensuring that trauma patients receive life-saving transfusions before they reach the hospital…