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Ohhh My Neck!

February 17, 2024

I am most certain all of us can relate neck pain at some point in our life! Whether it is from wearing a heavy fire helmet for hours at a structure fire, physical therapy, a car accident, a direct…

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4th Annual AirCare Charity Golf Outing

December 23, 2023

Please join us for the 4th Annual West Michigan AirCare Charity Golf Outing benefiting the Great Lakes Burn Camp at the beautiful Medalist Golf Club in Marshall, MI. All proceeds benefit the Great…

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That’s One EPIC Head Injury

December 12, 2023

We’ve all heard “epic” when referring to something that is extraordinary, some of us have even used the EPIC EHR. There are several other uses of the word epic, but what about EPIC in reference to…

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Introduction to AirWaves Blog

December 12, 2023

Welcome to the new WMAC AirWaves Blog. As we approach the end of 2023, we have been working on embracing new ways to communicate and stay connected with you, our community partners.

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Winter Safety at Hospital Helistops

December 12, 2023

We at West Michigan Air Care have enjoyed and continue to enjoy the professional support that you and your staff provide, 24 hours a day, in fair or foul weather. This fact is evidence of the…

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Inaugural AirCare Charity Golf Outing

July 6, 2021

Please join us for the inaugural West Michigan AirCare Charity Golf Outing benefiting the Great Lakes Burn Camp at the beautiful Medalist Golf Club in Marshall, MI. All proceeds benefit the Great…

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Big Sky – Small World!

December 14, 2020

On September 8, 2019, West Michigan Air Care (WMAC) received a flight request originating from Ascension Borgess Health (ABH) in Kalamazoo for a patient transport to Spectrum Health Butterworth in…

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Continuing Education at West Michigan Air Care

May 13, 2020

West Michigan Air Care (WMAC) has sustained a robust educational program over the years, both internally as well as extensions to our community in the way of training and outreach. The framework for…

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Medical Director's Corner

September 15, 2019

Welcome to the first edition of the Medical Director’s Corner. This is a new feature we are adding to the AirWaves newsletter. The goal is to provide education and updates to our prehospital and…

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West Michigan Air Care … In The Beginning

August 19, 2018

I have many fond memories from overseeing and managing the first air medical merger in the United States to form a consortium on March 21, 1993. I had read all about the Kalamazoo hospitals and how…

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What’s New and Who’s Who

February 2, 2018

The past year has brought about more changes for West Michigan Air Care. Our partnership with Metro Aviation has grown, and we are excited about the changes from our new aircraft design and advances…

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New Look, Same Excellence in Critical Care

January 24, 2017

West Michigan Air Care has a new, temporary aircraft as a result of our partnership with Metro Aviation, but our critical care capability hasn’t changed. When you call Air Care to request patient…

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Drone Hazards

August 10, 2016

Last year drones, also known as “unmanned aircraft systems” (UAS), flew close to aircraft more than 1,200 times in the US, according to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). In response, the…

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Bleeding Patient Receives Essential Blood Products and TXA from Air Care

April 6, 2016

West Michigan Air Care began carrying two units of thawed uncrossmatched fresh frozen plasma (FFP) on January 19, 2016 in addition to our regular two units of uncrossmatched packed red blood cells…

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David’s Story

December 22, 2015

A pediatric patient is struck as he crosses a 55-mph road to get on a school bus. Could well-planned bus routes help prevent such injuries?

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Motorcyclist Hit – No Helmet

July 15, 2015

Imagine losing a year of your life while you struggle to regain your memory. Doug’s encouraging story of neurologic recovery contains an underlying message for motorcycle enthusiasts: wear your…

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Repeat Customer

March 4, 2015

Occasionally, Air Care will transport a patient that says, “I flew with you a few years ago.” Recently, Air Care flew James Terry, a patient we had previously transported for trauma in 2006. We…

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Head-On Collision in Mendon Township

November 12, 2014

Recently on September 18th this year, 22-year-old Andriea Clark-Jaquays was involved in a head-on collision in Mendon Township on Silver Street/Michigan Avenue around 10:15 a.m. Both cars were…

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Get Air Care to the Patient Quickly for RAPID STABILIZATION

June 24, 2014

“Time to the hospital” is not the only consideration when choosing between air and ground transport. “Time to stabilization” is also very important for any critical patient’s outcome. Our flight…

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Train Wreck

September 4, 2013

Just minutes after 23-year-old Ervin Hunter was struck by a train while riding his bicycle on October 10, 2012, Air Care was called by Albion Community Dispatch to respond to the scene. Upon landing…

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When Should I Call Air Care?

June 11, 2013

Acute patients need the best care possible, especially early in their course of care, to do well and survive. These complicated patients require extra resources immediately upon arrival, and the Air…

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West Michigan Air Care Celebrates 20 Years of Service With You

March 12, 2013

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Unpredictable Animals on the Farm

January 11, 2013

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Helicopter Transport Increases Survival for Seriously Injured Patients

September 12, 2012

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A Heart-Stopping Mission

September 12, 2012

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Motorcyclist with Helmet Survives Crash

June 21, 2012

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Katie's Story

March 1, 2012

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The Air Care Fitness Challenge

November 23, 2011

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Beating the “Window of Time” by Helicopter

November 9, 2011

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Equestrian Injuries: No “Horsing” Around

June 6, 2011

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Fly Guides to the Rescue!

June 6, 2011

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Safety Corner: Landing Zone Safety Points

June 6, 2011

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Car Versus Train in Battle Creek - Helicopter Utilization

February 4, 2011

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“This is Why God Made Helicopters”

February 4, 2011

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LaGrange County Revival

February 4, 2011

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Upgrade your Airway Skills with The Difficult Airway Course: EMS™

February 4, 2011

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Earlier FFP Administration for Hemorrhagic Shock

December 7, 2010

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Fly Guides take the Guesswork Out of Calling Air Care

December 7, 2010

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Trauma Scene to Borgess Medical Center

December 7, 2010

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Safety Corner: Help Us Get There Safely

December 7, 2010

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Scene Landing Zone Selection

November 29, 2010

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Soaring Through the Clouds, Weather, or Not

November 29, 2010

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“Should I Call Air Care for This Patient?”

September 24, 2010

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One Cool Flight: Therapeutic Hypothermia Protects Brain Function in Post Cardiac Arrest

February 25, 2010

58-year-old George Clark was relaxing at home on December 22, when he suddenly broke out in a sweat and felt nauseated. It was noon, but George followed his instincts and went back to bed, feeling…

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Pediatric Transport

February 10, 2010

On December 12, 2009, West Michigan Air Care was called to Three Rivers Health Emergency Department for a tiny 20-day-old female in respiratory distress. What follows is her mother’s testimonial of…

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West Michigan Air Care Receives Renewed MIOSHA Recognition of their Workplace Safety and Health Excellence

June 26, 2009

West Michigan Air Care (Air Care) of Kalamazoo recently received renewal of its MVPP Star Award, the state's highest workplace safety and health award, from the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health…

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On and Off Road: Caring for victims of motorcycle accidents

May 21, 2009

You and I know the risks; but, we ride anyway! Or maybe one of your family members does. And we’ve lost count of the number of times we’ve heard, “Those things are dangerous.” As a healthcare…

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