The Only Air Ambulance Service in Central Massachusetts and Beyond

When a life-threatening illness or injury strikes, getting to the right care quickly is essential — and sometimes the fastest route is by helicopter. UMass Memorial Health offers the region’s only nationally recognized air ambulance service. UMass Memorial Life Flight, accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems (CAMTS), provides both air and ground critical care transport for patients in urgent need.

Nationally Recognized Trauma Care in Central Massachusetts and Beyond

Our trauma center is for people with severe injuries requiring immediate care. At UMass Memorial Health, specially trained staff, including trauma surgeons and trauma nurse practitioners, stand ready around the clock to help you. We provide lifesaving care and advance the field through research.

Types of Traumatic Conditions We Treat

We assess and treat traumatic injuries due to: 

Emergency Care You Can Count on in Central Massachusetts and Beyond

From acute illness to traumatic injuries, UMass Memorial Health is here for you. Highly skilled doctors are available 24/7 to deliver the most advanced services for acute illnesses and traumatic injuries. Each year, we treat approximately 135,000 patients. This level of emergency care is not widely available in the region. 

Our Emergency Services

Look to UMass Memorial for state-of-the-art care and transport for any medical emergency. Our services include:  

Osteoarthritis Care in Central Massachusetts and Beyond

UMass Memorial Health rheumatologists handle your joints with care. They’re experts at diagnosing and treating osteoarthritis. First, we work to address the pain and manage the disease with noninvasive methods. If these aren’t successful, we may recommend surgery. We discuss your treatment and progress with you at every step so you feel confident in your care.