The Military Medical Academy (MMA) has upgraded its capabilities for air medical evacuation following the acquisition of new, high-specification equipment, according to the hospital’s press center. Five complete sets of advanced medical gear were purchased, which include vital signs monitors, ventilators, infusion pumps, oxygen cylinders, defibrillators, and suction pumps. These new systems ensure that intensive care and resuscitation readiness can be maintained throughout long-distance transport.
With this updated 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 purchased technology is certified for onboard aircraft use and can be installed immediately, ensuring a rapid response capability during emergencies. The MMA remains the sole hospital in Bulgaria that combines specialized equipment with trained teams for air medical evacuation.
In collaboration with the Bulgarian Air Force, its teams are equipped to respond to mass disasters, accidents, and military conflicts necessitating the rapid evacuation and stabilization of numerous casualties. Prof Lyubomir Aleksiev, head of the Department of Aviation and Maritime Medicine at the academy, stated that this enhancement significantly boosts the ability to provide medical care in extreme conditions. He emphasized that air medical evacuation requires both advanced technology and highly trained teams capable of operating in dynamic, high-risk environments.
To maintain operational readiness, the medical teams conduct regular training flights simulating various scenarios and conditions, thereby improving coordination between the medical and aviation structures.
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