The Military Medical Academy (MMA) has acquired advanced equipment, significantly enhancing its capability for air medical evacuation of critically ill and injured patients, according to the hospital’s press centre. Five complete sets of the new gear were purchased, which include vital signs monitors, ventilators, infusion pumps, oxygen cylinders, and additional items such as defibrillators and suction pumps. These systems ensure that intensive care and resuscitation readiness can be maintained during extended transport periods.
With this new equipment, the MMA is now capable of conducting simultaneous air evacuations for up to five critically ill patients who require continuous monitoring and highly specialized treatment during flight. The press release confirmed that the gear is certified for use onboard aircraft and can be installed immediately, ensuring a rapid response capability in emergencies. The MMA remains the sole hospital in Bulgaria that combines specialized equipment with trained teams for air medical evacuation.
In close coordination with the Bulgarian Air Force, the academy’s teams are equipped to respond to mass disasters, accidents, and military conflicts that necessitate the rapid evacuation and stabilization of numerous casualties. Prof Lyubomir Aleksiev, head of the Department of Aviation and Maritime Medicine at MMA, stated that the new technology substantially improves the ability to provide care in extreme environments. He noted that successful air medical evacuation demands not only advanced technology but also highly trained teams capable of operating effectively in dynamic and high-risk settings.
The academy maintains high operational readiness through regular training flights simulating various scenarios and conditions, thereby improving coordination between its medical and aviation structures.
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