When our respectful and professional EMS providers arrive they need to collect some important information; you can expect to be requested by your Paramedic in addition to events of the emergency for the following information.

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Personal Demographics

Name, age, date of birth, address, phone number, social security number, primary care physician’s name.

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Medical History

Major medical conditions (heart conditions, high blood pressure, diabetes). Past medical problems (heart attacks, strokes, surgeries).

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Current Medications

We must be aware of all current medications – Names & dosages.

Including over-the-counter and herbal/holistic medicines/supplements.

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Allergies to Medications

Any known allergies or sensitivities. (The specific type of reactions)

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All of this information must be obtained quickly & upon contact, as it serves to complete our assessment of the condition and is needed to safely continue the treatment course. The most accurate and effective way to communicate a majority of the information to your provider is a pre-written list printed on a simple piece of paper or a flash card.

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This will allow our providers to conduct a proper initial assessment and determine if a specialty resource hospital (Trauma,Stroke,Cardiac) is needed. If this is needed you will be advised of the reasoning. Normal transports will be conducted to the patients hospital of choice within reason. 

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Hospitals within reason of LPEMS:

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Einstein Montgomery (Stroke, Cardiac)

Suburban Community (Stroke)

Phoenixville (Cardiac)

Pottstown Memorial

Paoli Memorial (Trauma,Stroke, Cardiac)

​Abington - Lansdale

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