On July 06, 1998 Scotland County EMS purchased six Medtronic Physio-control Lifepak 12 defibrillators. These new machines come ready to defibrillate, pace, and monitor.  The units can also be used in the AED (Automated External Defibrillator) mode which has the capability to tell its operator when to shock, when to administer CPR, and when to check for a pulse. The Lifepak 12 also comes equipped with a fax modem, which can transmit the patient's heart rhythm to the Emergency Department Physician from the scene of an Emergency.  The citizens of Scotland County will begin being treated with these new machines starting on July 23, 1998 after our medics complete training updates. The County should see these machines in service for quite a few years. They can be readily upgraded with new technology eliminating the need for costly replacement.

On February 1, 2002, Scotland County EMS replaced the 1998 Medtronic Physio-Control 3 lead equipment with new Lifepak 12 with 12 lead EKG , blood pressure, capnography, and pulse oximetry capability. The addition of this new equipment and technology will enable paramedics to better treat patients through increased diagnostic capabilities for heart attach and stroke.  Another addition and improvement is the ability to transmit EKG information directly to Scotland Memorial Hospital's Emergency Department through the use of cellular telephones.  This upgrade in equipment was funded through a Duke Endowment Grant, and made possible through the efforts of Scotland Memorial Hospital.

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  Last modified: January 11, 2006