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MedFlight Radio


Jul 15, 2014

In this episode we cover the some of the challenges that are present with bariatric patient care.  This is becoming more prevelant with the increase in obesity rates in society today.

We sat down with Dixie Davenport, EMS Outreach Manager at Riverside Methodist Hospital, to disuss some of the current statistical trends as well as some considerations to consider when caring for bariatric patients.  You can find her PowerPoint presentation at www.MedFlightRadio.com.

In a first for MedFlight Radio, we produced a video showcasing the bariatric transport units used by Mifflin Twp. Fire and Columbus Fire.  You will see a demonstration of the setup and operation of these units.  You can watch the video HERE.

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