Dr. Mark Merlin created the MD1 Program in 2002 out of a passion for emergency medicine and with the goal of saving lives. We recognize all other programs who came before us and paved the way for out of hospital physician care. Let’s keep up the great work!

We are wishing you a safe and healthy long weekend! Please take these safety precautions to ensure a safe and fun time for all: -Travel at non-peak times -Check tires before you go -Always wear a seatbelt -Do not drink + drive -Avoid distracted driving Tips + photo: @safeauto

MD1 is an emergency room on wheels, and we bring highly specialized emergency trained physicians onsite for immediate life-saving care. Our work is supported by our generous partners and their donations. If you’d like to become a partner, please visit md1program.org/donate/

The MD1 Team will bring our state-of-the-art equipment to save a life when seconds count. Here’s what we provide our patients: Ultrasound, Transesophageal echocardiogram, Suturing, Antibiotics, 60 medications, Surgical equipment and procedures, Cardiac monitoring, Central lines.

Donations help us pay for our emergency vehicles, specialized medical equipment and medications, which allow MD1 physicians to deliver life-saving care to people in need — at no cost to any patient, ever. Contact us today to learn more! md1program.org/contact-us/

EMS Journal Club meets virtually to review the latest articles in EMS, Emergency Medicine, Critical Care Medicine, Trauma, and Resuscitation. The next EMS journal club will be this Wednesday, June 16th 2021 at 12pm. This is open to the public. global.gotomeeting.com/join/133410381

Our partner Medway Air Ambulance expands its fleet with 3 Learjet 45 Aircraft. Staffed with 2 pilots and 2 Critical Care clinicians, each Learjet 45 will be outfitted with on-board ICU capability to treat adult and pediatric patients in flight. Complete details at: ow.ly/nX9150FbGyT

MD1 is called when there's a delay in transporting a patient to a hospital or when multiple patients are injured simultaneously. 1st responders in NJ can request MD1 to a location by calling a dispatch center where trained individuals are always ready to deploy MD1.

Are you planning on taking advantage of the amazing Prime Day deals? You can make a difference while you shop Amazon Prime Day deals on June 21 & 22. Simply shop at smile.amazon.com/ch/83-2734278 or with AmazonSmile ON in the Amazon Shopping app and AmazonSmile donates to MD1.

#TBT to a successful flight back in 2019. With travel slowly resuming in the US, MD1 is ready to bring you home safely if needed. . Another successful flight! Dr. Matt Steenberg completed a critical patient transfer from Saint Petersburg, Russia all the way to New Jersey.

It's #NationalPTSDAwarenessDay. PTSD affects many of us in different ways. The past year has hit our EMS community hard and the effects of the pandemic will be felt for some time. If you're on the front lines of this crisis, seek support when you feel the need. You are not alone.

MD1 Program is a 501(c)(3) charity, focused on bringing doctors to emergency sites where patients cannot get to the hospital. We rely solely on donations from our generous supporters. You can help support our work by donating - no amount is too small! md1program.org/donate/

Happy 4th of July! 🇺🇸 The MD1 team wishes you a happy and safe Independence Day! ❤️🤍💙💥

A #TBT Repost from NJhospitals. 6 months ago, NJ’s healthcareheroes were the 1st to be vaccinated against COVID. Now more than 9 million NJ residents enjoy the peace of mind of being protected against the virus. “This is how we’re going to get out of this pandemic.” #ImaBigShot

Repost from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School . Dr. Stanley Weiss is shedding light on what parents need to know about vaccinating kids for #COVID19. phillymag.com/healthcare-new… #NJMSProud #WhyIVax #ThisIsMyShot

We partner with multiple EMS agencies throughout the year for skills training and outlining the advanced medical procedures provided at the scene of an accident. If your organization would like to schedule an outreach to learn more about MD1, please email [email protected]

#TBT to Dr. Navin Ariyaprakai in Costa Rica last year. Life doesn’t stop because of a pandemic. Aside from COVID-19, other emergencies are still happening and MD1 brings the hospital to those patients in need. Here’s Navin Ariyaprakai in bringing home a critical patient to the U.S.

MD1 Program is one of the largest groups of Emergency Medical Service Physicians in the country. We provide FREE physician ground rescue services at emergency scenes throughout NJ. Your donations allow us to continue saving lives AT NO COST to patients. md1program.org/donate/

It's That Time of Year! Summer is in full swing🔥 and these high temperatures can be dangerous, especially for children, the elderly, and populations vulnerable to excessive heat. Know the signs + symptoms of heat related illness. You just may save a life! cdc.gov/disasters/extr…

Emergency Physicians Dr. Katz convenes the 50th Council meeting #ACEP21