Life Flight Air Ambulance
The Only Air Ambulance Service in Central Massachusetts and Beyond
When a life-threatening illness or injury strikes, getting to the right care quickly is essential — and sometimes the fastest route is by helicopter. UMass Memorial Health offers the region’s only nationally recognized air ambulance service. UMass Memorial Life Flight, accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems (CAMTS), provides both air and ground critical care transport for patients in urgent need.
Trauma Care
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Nationally Recognized Trauma Care in Central Massachusetts and Beyond
Our trauma center is for people with severe injuries requiring immediate care. At UMass Memorial Health, specially trained staff, including trauma surgeons and trauma nurse practitioners, stand ready around the clock to help you. We provide lifesaving care and advance the field through research.
Types of Traumatic Conditions We Treat
We assess and treat traumatic injuries due to:
What to Expect in the Emergency Department
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Exceptional Emergency Care in Central Massachusetts and Beyond
The emergency department at UMass Memorial Health provides the most advanced services in the region. UMass Memorial Medical Center is home to the area’s only Level I trauma center. This prestigious accreditation is from the American College of Surgeons.
Emergency Care
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