The recognition by the American College of Surgeons recognizes healthcare facilities that have the resources and staff to deliver the highly specialized and demanding level of care required for trauma patients. A pediatric consultant oversees pediatric and neonatal care. The physicians work with the paramedics and nurses to implement patient care protocols, monitor continuous quality improvement, conduct and complete medical research, and organize emergency medical services education events. Sophisticated on-board equipment allows the flight team to monitor a patient's heart rate, blood pressure, temperature and carbon dioxide and oxygen levels. The flight team uses external defibrillators, external pacemakers and other advanced-level equipment.
Blood is carried when needed.
From the Rochester base, Mayo One carries a portable lab analyzer that measures arterial blood gases and other lab values. Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research.