Apollo Multispeciality Hospitals, Kolkata, announced the launch of free ambulance services for emergencies within the city limits of 10 km.

The free ambulance service would ensure that the family or friends do not need to waste time looking for an ambulance in case of any emergency and simply dial 1066 to access Apollo Hospitals Dedicated Emergency Response System (ERS). An advanced GPRS-enabled Ambulance would be immediately dispatched along with trained paramedics equipped with the necessary critical care equipment.

The 24X7 Emergency Response System has led to reducing mortality from any medical or surgical emergency resulting from any serious illness such as heart attack or stroke and trauma. During transfer to the hospital, the patient’s vitals would be monitored and two-way communication between the ambulance and the hospital would help to ensure a thorough update on the patient’s condition. This method will help the hospital staff prepares to receive the patient and begin treatment with no delays, and prepare concerned departments and facilities such as the cath lab, operating theatre, ICUs to give the required medical aid to the patient.

The GPRS-enabled tracking will also give the Apollo emergency team an accurate time of arrival of the patient so they can plan the steps to save the patient following arrival.

The free emergency ambulance service is accessible across the cities and will enable immediate access to world-class emergency advice and care.

Priyanka Dutta