Air Methods, the nation’s leading air medical service provider, has announced that Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation Fire Department has selected Air Methods Ascend’s online EMS Review program to provide continuing education to its first responders.

Founded in 2000, Fort McDowell’s Fire Department serves the 40 square miles of the federally recognized reservation northeast of Phoenix. Staffed with 15 firefighters, the fire department provides emergency services for the 950-member Native American tribe and responds to approximately 1,100 calls annually. The FMYN FD also provides CPR training throughout the community.

“Ascend’s online programs will provide Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation first responders with the necessary education to meet our goal of providing the highest level of care and quality service to our residents,” said Fire Chief Eddie Smith. “We are grateful to have access to cutting-edge continuing education to ensure our paramedics have the knowledge they need to provide patients with the life-saving care they need and deserve.”

Fort McDowell’s first responders will utilize Ascend’s online EMS Review programs, which cover essential topics such as airway management, cardiovascular, trauma, operations and other medical emergency topics. With 60 curriculum hours, the program far surpasses the minimum requirements for recertification with the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians.

“We are excited to partner with Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation Fire Department and offer our online training programs to their first responders,” said Dr. Stephanie Queen, Air Methods Senior Vice President of Clinical Services. “Our online programs are designed to equip first responders with the latest skills and knowledge to help provide the best patient care during emergencies.”

Ascend offers both in-person and online education programs, providing pre-hospital and critical care clinicians with access to world-class educators, state-of-the-art tools, and cutting-edge technologies to help build their knowledge, enabling them to operate at the top of their licensure and fulfill continuing education requirements.