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 Reference Publications (posted June 13th, 2005)
Authors: Trevithick S. Flabouris A. Tall G. Webber CF.
Institution: S. Trevithick, NSW Medical Retrieval Service, PO Box 159, Westmead, NSW 2145; Australia.
Title: International EMS systems: New South Wales, Australia.
Source: Resuscitation. Vol. 59(2)(pp 165-170), 2003.
Abstract: The state of NSW covers a vast area, most of which is sparsely populated. EMS greatest challenge is providing critical care services over these distances. The creation of networks and centralised communication/referral processes help link distant rural and tertiary urban health facilities. Ambulance services are expanding to incorporate newer communication technologies as well as strengthen their existing diverse skills. The relationship of pre hospital medically staffed retrieval services and the ambulance service has features that make it unique in comparison to other international environments. Pre hospital education and research occurs at, and between, all levels. Managing the increasing magnitude and complexity of demand for hospital critical care services continues to challenge both government and specialty training bodies. |