The Implementation and Evolution of Helicopter Emergency Medical Services in the Republic of Ireland

Introduction: Helicopter Emergency Medical Services (HEMS) have formed an integral component of the Irish healthcare system for past decade, yet factors leading its commencement, evolutions over this time, current model service delivery not been widely published. Aeromedical provision may vary significantly from country to and also regionally within countries. Health systems necessities, capacity maturity, level state, corporate, private or community investment contracted provider are all that influence provision. Method: This research provides a descriptive analysis historic implementation HEMS during era reform, key delivery. Results: reform in time global financial recession led unique collaboration between Defense Forces civilian Systems (EMS) provide sustainable foundation primary scene landing state. sharing professional knowledge, logistics operational experience lead many further reforms will inform future aeromedical Conclusion: Over decade health has undergone significant reconfiguration centralization services, increased demands on emergency medical ground services. Future advancements require innate understanding model. add knowledge base policy makers support decision making surrounding enhanced