An isolated accident: The importance of Airmedic’s air ambulance
At the opening of bear hunting season, a hunter who regularly stayed in the ZEC Capitachouane territory, located in the municipality of Senneterre in Abitibi-Témiscamingue, fell from his lookout stand and broke his hip on the spot. The hunter, in his sixties, was struck with incredible pain, immobilizing him on the ground. This account illustrates the importance of a rapid intervention in a remote area with our air ambulance.
Unable to walk, he crawled with all his strength to get closer to his small trailer. Isolated and alone, he spent more than 24 hours on the ground in agony before one of his gunshots caught the attention of fellow hunters. Faced with the severity of the situation, they immediately thought of Airmedic’s air rescue service.
Michel Charrette, general manager of ZEC Capitachouane, was one of the first on the scene. He quickly contacted the Airmedic coordination center to assist the hunter.
A testimony highlighting the importance of Airmedic’s air ambulance
In this context, Airmedic’s services prove to be essential. In the event of an accident or illness, Airmedic responds quickly on site. The team provides specialized emergency medical assistance and fast, efficient, and safe airlift transport to the appropriate hospital.
Thus, being an Airmedic member during a stay in a remote area, whether for hunting, fishing, or simply staying at the cabin, can save your life. This was the case for this experienced hunter. Although it was not his first season, accidents can happen quickly. No one is immune to a fall, a heart attack, or even an accidental gunshot.
A service offer designed for the Réseau FADOQ
Airmedic offers not only safety and peace of mind at all times for its members, but also for their families. Indeed, they know that in the event of an accident, specially trained and experienced healthcare professionals will take care of their loved ones. This is why the Réseau FADOQ wishes to allow its members to benefit from an exclusive offer on the various protections provided by Airmedic. Through this offer, Réseau FADOQ members can count on fast access to Airmedic’s air ambulance coverage, ensuring peace of mind at all times.
Are you a member of the Réseau FADOQ ? Take advantage now of a 20% discount on annual, seasonal and temporary Airmedic coverage and benefit at all times :
- An emergency coordination center and a team of healthcare professionals who respond to calls 24/7, 365 days a year;
- Rapid access to experienced medical personnel trained in airborne medical care;
- Dedicated helicopters and aircraft fully configured as air ambulances.
- Coverage throughout Quebec, day and night.
Giving the gift of safety is the best present you can give!
Take advantage of the exclusive Réseau FADOQ discount now.
For more information, contact Airmedic customer service: 1-866-673-3838.
Benefits of choosing Airmedic
Boarding an Airmedic helicopter configured as a full air ambulance offers many advantages.
Notably, access to a full pharmacy, the ability to administer intravenous medications and narcotic painkillers. In addition, a doctor can prescribe medications in real time during the flight. This is exactly what allowed this hunter to be relieved of his pain without having to wait until reaching the hospital.
Moreover, the rapid deployment of helicopters gives us greater flexibility in choosing the receiving hospital according to the patient’s condition. In the event of trauma, you can be transported immediately to a specialized trauma center to receive appropriate care without going through the regional hospital, and this as quickly as possible. This testimony shows how a rapid intervention can make all the difference in a remote area.
