From the First U.S. Mobile Stroke Unit to Today: Frazer’s Ongoing MSU Support
Frazer helped build the first Mobile Stroke Unit in the U.S. and continues supporting hospitals launching new MSU programs. Explore how our experience, engineering, and mobile healthcare design help bring stroke assessment and imaging into the field.
Unique Dispatch Call for Mobile Stroke Unit Team
On its first day in service, The UR Medicine Center Mobile Stroke Unit Team is called to help one of their own, a 911 Call Center Employee.
Frazer is at The 2019 International Stroke Conference!
Join Us on the Show Floor for Discussion & Virtual Reality Tours of Several Mobile Stroke Units A Frazer Team is in Honolulu, Hawaii. They aren’t there to soak up the sun on vacation, but for the 2019 International Stroke Conference (ISC). The International Stroke Conference is a meeting dedicated to the science and treatment of stroke and cerebrovascular disease. The Conference is being held at the Hawaii Convention Center and runs from February 6-8, 2019. Frazer has a booth and team on hand to showcase our Mobile Stroke Unit (MSU). In our booth, we have virtual reality (VR) headsets that allow you to experience a 360-degree view of the Frazer Mobile Stroke Unit. Simply slip it on to see and learn about key features of Frazer’s Mobile Stroke Unit. A Unique First Call for the UR Medicine Mobile Stroke Unit One Year Later with the UCLA Mobile Stroke Unit More Than a Dozen Frazer Mobile Stroke Units are in Service Frazer’s 12th Mobile Stroke Unit, built for Stony Brook University Hospital, was delivered in January 2019. Right now, production is underway on a second MSU for the hospital. Frazer’s 14th Mobile Stroke Unit is also in production. If you aren’t attending the International Stroke Conference but are interested in learning more about how a Mobile Stroke Unit Program works. We’d love to hear from you! Looking for More Information? Visit our Mobile Stroke Unit Page Take a Tour of UR Medicine’s Mobile Stroke Unit Frazer has been building custom EMS vehicles suitable for licensing and use as Mobile Stroke Units, Mobile Clinics, and Ambulances since 1985.
Frazer Throwback Thursday – A Revolution in Stroke Care
In this Throwback Thursday we’re headed back to 2014! This is the year that Frazer built the first Mobile Stroke Unit in the nation! As part of a partnership with UTHealth, Frazer introduced a speedier, more effective solution to help treat stroke patients. It’s an innovation that continues to change the landscape of stroke care in the United States. WATCH THIS VIDEO to see how UTHealth’s Mobile Stroke Unit is equipped to deliver a faster solution for stroke care: http://bit.ly/2qMXWzb
A Mobile Stroke Unit Can Reduce Critical Care Response Times
According to figures compiled by the American Stroke Association, about 795,000 people are victims of strokes each year. Strokes are caused by blockages or ruptures of the blood vessels that provide the brain with life-giving nutrients and oxygen. Recent studies have shown that implementing mobile stroke unit vehicles can improve the outcomes for patients. Here are some of the most important facts about strokes and how mobile units can reduce the impact of these dangerous health conditions for patients. Time Is Critical Medical experts have found that the first few minutes after a stroke occurs can be critical to the survival and recovery of patients, who could lose as much as two million brain cells per minute during these events. EMS vehicles that are equipped with lifesaving stroke units can help paramedics and first responders to identify the problem more quickly and to administer the right treatments and medications to improve outcomes for patients after a stroke. CT Scanners Are Essential for Fast Diagnosis Mobile stroke treatment units are equipped with CT scanners and other testing equipment to diagnose the type and location of the stroke. Ischemic strokes are caused by blood clots and require a different treatment plan than hemorrhagic strokes, making CT scans an absolute necessity to ensure that patients receive the care they need during the critical first moments after their stroke. A qualified CT technologist is also required to administer these tests and to interpret the results on site. In many cases, a mobile stroke unit also carries a nurse and paramedics to provide support and medical attention to the stroke victim. Advanced Technologies Aid in Treatment A mobile stroke unit is also often equipped with advanced telemedicine equipment that allows doctors and neurologists in the hospital to examine patients remotely, ensuring an accurate diagnosis and improved outcomes for patients on their way to the hospital after a stroke. By putting physicians directly in touch with paramedics, emergency personnel and the patient, telemedicine can have a significant impact on the chances of survival and a full recovery for these patients. If your agency is considering the addition of a mobile stroke unit to your fleet of emergency medical services vehicles, working with a trusted used ambulance dealer can often provide significant cost savings on the price of implementing these services. At Frazer, Ltd., we specialize in providing our clients with affordable and practical solutions for EMS vehicles, mobile stroke units and mobile clinics. Our team of expert technicians can also perform remounts to give new life to your EMS fleet. Call us today at 1-888-372-9371 to obtain a quote or to discuss your needs with us. We look forward to the opportunity to serve you.
Safety Standards for Emergency Medical Service Vehicle Remounts
Making sure that emergency medical service vehicles are up to the challenges of the first response field can be a challenging task. Remounts and upgrades must be performed to demanding industry standards to ensure that patients receive punctual care and practical transportation solutions in emergency situations. Whether your organization is creating a mobile stroke unit or any other variety of emergency medical service vehicle, working with a trusted company can help you to achieve a greater degree of confidence in the quality of your upgrades and remounts. Applicable Standards Emergency medical service vehicle remounts and upgrades are subject to a number of standards established by federal agencies and other organizations. Some of the most important of these standards include the following: All vehicles licensed for travel on public streets and highways must meet the minimum requirements established by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration as part of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. The KKK-A-1822 specification set forth by the General Services Administration includes basic minimum parameters for warning signals, weight limits, electrical system setups and overall construction requirements. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) established the NFPA 1917 standard set that includes seat-belt monitoring systems, speed governors and carbon monoxide detectors. This standard builds on and expands the requirements listed in KKK-A-1822. The Ground Vehicle Standard does not currently offer direct recommendations for emergency medical service vehicles. Beginning in 2019, however, this standard is expected to provide guidance for remounts and upgrades to these types of vehicles. Virginia is the first state to enact standards and requirements for remounting emergency service vehicles. Using test results from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, the National Institute of Standards and Technology and the Society of Automotive Engineers, Virginia has established one of the most demanding and rigorous standards for remounters and each used ambulance dealer in the state. Brackets and mounting fixtures like those offered by Technimount Systems can improve safety and ensure the greatest possible interconnectivity between medical equipment and the vehicles used for emergency medical transport. At Frazer, Ltd., we offer a wide range of remounting services for emergency medical service vehicles. We carry Technimount Systems products for easy configuration and installation of your mobile health equipment. Our team of knowledgeable and experienced experts will work with you to ensure that you receive cost-effective and practical solutions for all your remount requirements. Call us today at 1-888-372-9371 to request a quote or to schedule an appointment with us. We look forward to serving your emergency medical service remount or replacement needs.
New York Presbyterian Hospital becomes first in the nation with 3 Mobile Stroke Units
Advanced stroke care in NYC with 3 Frazer mobile stroke units! We’re excited to see how advancements in stroke care – with mobile stroke unit technology – have spread all across the country since the first U.S. mobile stroke unit left Frazer’s shop in 2014. Early stroke diagnosis and treatment is critical when every second counts. Find out more about New York Presbyterian Hospital’s efforts in advancing stroke care, and view our Mobile Stroke Unit page on the Frazer website to learn more about this difference-making unit!
Come visit the Frazer Mobile Stroke Unit at Stomp Out Stroke 2018!
Join the activities and stop by the Frazer Mobile Stroke Unit! Want to join us to Stomp Out Stroke? Frazer is back for the fourth year in a row for this fantastic event from UTHealth that promotes health and stroke awareness. Mark your calendars to come by on April 28 to Discovery Green in Houston, Texas! Check out our highlight video from the event last year. See you guys there soon!
Frazer Throwback – A Success Story with the Nation’s First Mobile Stroke Unit by Frazer
Elouise’s success story was the first of many with the Frazer Mobile Stroke Unit This Frazer Throwback image goes back to November 2014, when the Houston Mobile Stroke unit came by our Frazer facilities. Elouise (pictured in red above) and her family were invited and reunited with the Houston Mobile Stroke Team that helped turn her stroke story into a success story. Watch Elouise share her story with the FrazerCast team and visit our Mobile Stroke Unit page to learn more about this life changing form of treatment.
Live from the International Stroke Conference!
Learn more about the Frazer Mobile Stroke Unit with UCLA Health Are you new to mobile stroke care? Or perhaps curious how it works from the experts that operate the mobile stroke units themselves? We have a treat for you this week at the 2018 International Stroke Conference. In booth #121, Frazer will be hosting two Q&A sessions with members of the UCLA Health Gluck Stroke Rescue Team. Please tune into our live streams of the sessions on both the Frazer facebook and instagram pages. If you have any questions for the mobile stroke team, please feel free to post them to our Facebook page between now and the sessions at the following times : Wednesday, January 24 1:00 pm – 1:20 pm 2:30 pm – 2:50 pm We will also monitor for question submissions as they happen live during the sessions – we welcome your participation! Hope to see you live on Wednesday!
Mobile Stroke Webcast
Below you will find additional resources on Frazer Mobile Stroke Units and how they continue to change the face of stroke care around the country. Mobile Stroke Videos A Faster Solution for Stroke Care – The Mobile Stroke Unit Q&A Session with May Nour, MD, PhD at the 2017 International Stroke Conference
2016 Mobile Stroke Unit Trade Show Schedule
Are you interested in seeing the nation’s first Mobile Stroke Unit and learning more about the technology behind it? Below is a list of events and trade shows that we will be showing off The Mobile Stroke Unit at in 2016. Come by and take a tour of the unit and see what all the buzz is about. International Stroke Conference February 17-19, 2016 Los Angeles, CA Stomp Out Stroke Festival April 30, 2016 Houston, TX South Texas Stroke Symposium May 8-9, 2016 South Padre Island, TX International Mobile Stroke Summit May 20-21, 2016 Cleveland, OH PINNACLE 2016 EMS Leadership & Management Conference July 18-22, 2016 San Antonio, TX SNIS 13th Annual Meeting July 25-28, 2016 Boston, MA AHRA 44th Annual Meeting and Exposition July 31 – August 3, 2016 Nashville, TN Fire Rescue International August 19-20, 2016 San Antonio, TX EMS World Expo October 3-7, 2016 New Orleans, LA Vital Signs EMS Conference October 13-16, 2016 Syracuse, NY ACEP Scientific Assembly October 16-19, 2016 Las Vegas, AZ SVIN 9th Annual Meeting & 4th Annual Stroke Center Workshop November 16-19, 2016 Brooklyn, NY Texas EMS Conference November 20-23, 2016 Dallas, TX