Words That Describe Us: Volume 72

Aetna Ambulance Service, Inc. - Ambulance Service of Manchester, LLC.MANCHESTER and HARTFORD — Aetna Ambulance and ASM send Patient and Customer Satisfaction Surveys to a random sampling of patients who have received emergency or STAT inter-facility services from our companies.

The final part of the survey asks that the respondent, “Please use a word or phrase to describe us and/or the ambulance crew.”

Some of the answers/responses included:

  • Excellent care was given!
  • Very highly skilled. (15-91275; R. O’Neil, T. Luetjen).
  • Excellent.
  • Outstanding!!
  • Your ambulance crews are above reproach. There are not enough words to praise them! Excellent is the best I can say! (15-89364; R. Balkun, D. Rice).
  • We cannot fully express our gratitude to you both for the wonderful care you provided to [Patient] in Ellington on [date]. We fully realize that your competent and professional actions helped save his life. On behalf of ourselves, as well as our children and grandchildren, we wish you a very Merry Christmas and thank you for making our holidays especially meaningful this year. (15-87177; shared directly with ASM medic crew with Ellington Volunteer Ambulance Corps).
  • Very professional and timely.
  • Comforting, Compassionate, Courteous. (15-92498; R. McConville, H. DiGirolamo).
  • Fantastic.
  • The two members of the crew were phenomenal with my mother and I. They were compassionate, caring, yet focused and professional. My mother was treated so well, considering she was so nervous and worried. They let me go with them in the ambulance and talked to me about her issues, explained everything and continued to do so once inside the ER. True professionals yet their care and concern was above board for myself also. Wonderful team. Sadly, my mom passed away in the hospital…I know she would have wanted to thank them both personally for their care that night. (15-88514; J. Pasquale, K. Mathiau).
  • Job well done.
  • Efficient + caring.
  • Very professional + the best.
  • Very professional.
  • Excellent
  • L and R were the EMTs for my mother when she went to the hospital and Doctor for medical visits. They were excellent and gave my mother very good treatment. They were very professional and helpful to me and my mother. Thank you for employing such good EMTs. (16-685, L. Cashman, R. Houser).

External Winter Storm Update from DESPP: January 2016

DESPP Facts and Figures Jan 2016 StormOccasionally we will share severe weather information consequential to public health, public safety and EMS response.

SOURCE: CT DESPP-EMHS

Click here for full DESPP Report and Map: DESPP External Winter Storm Update 1-22-16 at 115 PM

WINTER STORM WATCHES ISSUED FOR SOUTHERN CT…

LATEST COMPUTER MODELS TRENDING A LITTLE NORTH AGAIN WITH A VERY SHARP NORTHERN EDGE TO THE SNOWFALL OVER CONNECTICUT…

The last model runs of the GFS, NAM and EURO model forecasts are in good agreement on the track however they are still not in good agreement on the amount of snowfall for Connecticut.  The NAM has more than twice the snowfall of either the EURO or GFS.  All three models are still showing a very narrow snowfall cutoff across Connecticut meaning that any slight change in the track will result in a very significant change in snowfall. 

The following forecast is based on a blend of all three models:  Light snow is forecast to spread from south to north across the state tomorrow morning between 6:00 – 10:00 AM.  The snow is forecast light to moderate in northern CT and moderate to heavy at times along the coast by late Saturday afternoon.  The snow is forecast to continue Saturday evening and begin tapering down around midnight.  The snow is forecast to end before dawn on Sunday.  The snow is forecast to be fairly dry and powdery.  The snow will be accompanied by strong Northeast winds gusting to 35 – 45 MPH at times.  Cold temperatures in the upper 20’s are also expected. 

Total snowfall predictions at this time range from 2” – 3” in northern CT, 3” – 6” in central CT and 6” – 10” along the coast.  Note: Very heavy snow with blizzard conditions are expected just to our south over Long Island and New York City.

Current Forecasted Impacts:

Travel Impact:   Saturday AM                  Saturday PM                 Sunday AM                   

                                 Minor                              Moderate                       Minor

Coastal Flooding:   Saturday AM                  Saturday PM                 Sunday AM

                                  Minor                              Moderate                       Minor

Overall Impact:   Minor to Moderate

Forecast Confidence:   Good Confidence for Track / Fair Confidence for Snowfall

 

I’m always in good hands…

Thank You CardFrom a thank you card received at ASM in December 2015. From a 15 year old patient in South Windsor:

To all of the ASM Paramedics:

You guys have been to my aid many times. My dogs have scared you. My little brother called once. I’m eternally grateful for everything you all have done for me and my family.

Asthma isn’t fun and I was actually just released from the hospital today…

But it’s nice to know I’m always in good hands. Let’s hope I don’t see you guys any time soon!

Signed with a heart by the patient. 

Words That Describe Us: Volume 71

Aetna Ambulance Service, Inc. - Ambulance Service of Manchester, LLC.MANCHESTER and HARTFORD — Aetna Ambulance and ASM send Patient and Customer Satisfaction Surveys to a random sampling of patients who have received emergency or STAT inter-facility services from our companies.

The final part of the survey asks that the respondent, “Please use a word or phrase to describe us and/or the ambulance crew.”

Some of the answers/responses included:

  • Ambulance crew arrived in a timely manner & were very professional.
  • Caring.
  • Outstanding EMTs/Paramedics. (R and T). R should be a doctor. I received excellent care, better than at that of the hospital staff. My problem was just about resolved before we arrived at the hospital. (15-54573; R. Gonska, T. Halligan).
  • The two gentlemen were very kind and courteous.
  • The people that came to take care of my husband were fabulous. They took care of him right away and knew what was wrong and kept me informed of his condition. All the way to the hospital and even before they left the hospital they still came and told me what to expect at the hospital. I had to send them off with lots of hugs and many thank you’s. They saved my husband’s life. They are angels sent from God. (15-87782; T. Wain, J. Barletta).
  • Great service – No complaints.
  • Calming.
  • A safe and reassuring trip – thank you!
  • Good service!
  • I was very satisfied with the service I received. The paramedics were very caring and put me at ease. Their assistance was very much appreciated. They are excellent at what they do. (15-85909; M. Traber, K. King).
  • Professional + kind.
  • Thank you.
  • Professional.
  • Very kind, helpful and very concerned + professional. Nice people.
  • Caring professionals.
  • Excellent crew.
  • They were wonderful. Ambulance was here so fast. Very professional. (15-83949; S. Lowe with Rocky Hill Volunteer Ambulance).
  • M and T were wonderful. They were kind and so professional handling my 79 year old mother. (15-87245; M. Tuttle, T. George).
  • EMT-P was great ! (15-90872; W. Schnepp).
  • Comforting.
  • Excellent. Would strongly recommend ambulance service to anyone and everyone. (15-91733; R. O’Neil, J. Bush).

Kudos from the Cath Lab: Volume 16

Aetna Paramedic receives Kudos from the Cath LabSTAFFORD SPRINGS — During January 2016, ASM Paramedic David White and his partner Ray Philbrick responded to a medical call in Stafford with Stafford Ambulance. The EKG was indicative of a STEMI and Dave wirelessly transmitted the 12-lead EKG to Saint Francis Hospital, activating their cardiac catherization lab from the field. (#16-0017.

“Here is the full feedback report. Great job!!” – John Quinlavin, Manager, Emergency Medical Service, Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center.

SFH Cath Lab Patient Follow-Up Form Treatment by EMS and Direct to SFH ED

EMS Agency: Ambulance Service of Manchester & Stafford Ambulance

Indication: STEMI

First Medical Contact (FMC) (at pt side) Date/Time: 1/1/2016 01:00          elapse:  00:00

EMS 12 Lead Acquisition Time:                                           01:02          elapse: 00:02

EMS STEMI Alert Request Time (source: cmed):                01:19          elapse: 00:17

EMS 12 Lead Transmit Rec’d Time (source: Lifenet):          01:19          elapse: 00:17

Arrival Time (SFHED):                                                         01:41          elapse: 00:22

Cath Lab Arrival Time (SFH):                                              02:03          elapse: 00:22

Procedure Start Time:                                                          02:20          elapse: 00:17

First Device Time:                                                                02:46          elapse: 00:26

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SFHED Door to First Device:                                                65 min

FMC to First Device:                                                              106 min

Vessel Angiography Findings / Treatment: 100% SVG-RCA lesion open not stented.

Comments: Onset chest pain 00:00. Once patient on EMS stretcher Asystole, went to start CPR, patient responsive prior to any compressions.  This occurred again during transport.  STEMI team paged prior to arrival at 0122.

Words That Describe Us: Volume 70

Aetna Ambulance Service, Inc. - Ambulance Service of Manchester, LLC.MANCHESTER and HARTFORD — Aetna Ambulance and ASM send Patient and Customer Satisfaction Surveys to a random sampling of patients who have received emergency or STAT inter-facility services from our companies.

The final part of the survey asks that the respondent, “Please use a word or phrase to describe us and/or the ambulance crew.”

Some of the answers/responses included:

  • They were there when I need the help.
  • Skilled, professional, sensitive and personable. J (15-73140; M. Tuttle, T. George).
  • Very compassionate.
  • November 17 my husband (Ret. Fire Chief) experienced a near syncope incident. Our son (Lieut.- area Fire Dept.) was present and called 911. The ambulance arrived promptly, with several responders, and transported him to Manchester Memorial Hospital. They were courteous, respectful, thorough, patient and professional. It is a comfort to be assured that when health issues do present themselves we are in good hands with Ambulance Service of Manchester. Thank you. (15-85885; M. Traber, K. King with Manchester Fire Rescue EMS).
  • The crew were very good at their jobs. I felt very well care for + made me feel very comfortable. Thank you! (15-70012; T. Webster, R. Turkington).
  • Professional and caring.
  • Kind
  • Prompt, efficient, caring. Excellent [report] in the emergency room giving them the background. (15-85548; R. Leslie, T. Luetjen).
  • Compassionate. Worked hard – save my life – I am very grateful. Thanks to all! (15-87758; G. Kendall, R. McDonald).
  • Professional x 2.
  • The EMT staff understood my reasons of hospital choice.
  • Prompt & caring.
  • Friendly and knowledgeable – caring.
  • Very professional. We are all very grateful. Thank you.
  • Great crew! Very knowledgeable and cared about my daughter’s safety. (15-75521; R. Bilodeau, R. Anderson).
  • Excellent. No further comment is needed. Professional + efficient. (15-86718; J. Rassmussen, R. Fraley).
  • Very polite + professional.
  • The people who took me to the hospital were very nice.
  • Professional and caring.
  • Extremely kind.