American Medical Response
American Medical Response
American Medical Response (pronounced: əˈmɛrɪkən mɛdɪkəl rɪˈspɒns), often abbreviated as AMR, is a medical emergency service provider in the United States. It is a part of the Global Medical Response group of companies.
Etymology
The term "American Medical Response" is derived from its function and geographical location. The word "American" refers to its primary operation base in the United States. "Medical Response" signifies the company's role in providing emergency medical services.
History
American Medical Response was established in 1992 from the merger of several regional ambulance services. The company has since grown to become a leading provider of emergency medical services and patient transportation.
Services
American Medical Response provides a range of services including emergency medical services, air ambulance services, event medical services, and managed transportation services.
Related Terms
- Emergency Medical Services: A system that provides emergency medical care to people who are injured or ill, often at the scene of an incident or en route to a hospital.
- Air Ambulance: A specially equipped aircraft that can be used to transport patients in need of urgent medical care.
- Event Medical Services: Medical services provided at events such as concerts, sports games, and festivals.
- Managed Transportation Services: Services that coordinate and provide transportation for patients to and from medical appointments.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on American Medical Response
- Wikipedia's article - American Medical Response
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