Physician Scene Response

The on‑scene EMS/Fire Incident Commander will call the CareFlight Communication Center directly to request:

Activation of the Physician Scene Response

  • To activate call (937) 208-3838(937) 208-3838 and provide location of incident, resources requested, and direct call back number for the incident commander.

Indications for EMS to Activate the PSR

Field Amputation

Activation is indicated when:

  • All available extremity extrication techniques have been attempted without success.
  • No alternative exists other than field amputation.

Mass Casualty Incident (MCI)

Activation is appropriate when:

  • The incident would benefit from physician response, especially if:
    • The event is large.
    • There is a delay in transport (extensive extrication, high patient volume).
    • The location is exceptional or complex (e.g., near a medical facility or difficult terrain).

CareFlight Communication Center Coordination

Upon activation, CareFlight will coordinate deployment of the following:

Personnel:

  • Level I Trauma Surgeon
  • Emergency Medicine Physician (CareFlight Medical Control Physician)

Equipment:

  • Field Amputation Kit
  • Emergency‑release Blood Products

Transport Assets:

  • CareFlight helicopter(s) and/or
  • CareFlight MICU(s)

These units will transport all necessary resources to the incident scene.

Post‑Response Review

All Physician Scene Responses will undergo review by:

  • The Miami Valley Hospital Level I Trauma Program Director
  • The CareFlight Medical Director

Follow‑up includes a direct post‑response debrief with the EMS/Fire agencies involved.

    (937) 208-3838