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MEDUCARE (Emergency Transport)
MEDUCARE is MUSC’s medical transport services department. A highly skilled, dedicated pediatric/neonatal team is available around the clock to transport patient who need immediate medical intervention. Depending on the circumstances, MEDUCARE uses helicopter, fixed wing airplane, or ground ambulance services. Arrangements are coordinated with the U.S. Coast Guard (Charleston base) in emergency situations requiring boat transport. MEDUCARE uses the same type and quality of child-specific equipment and supplies that is utilized in the hospital setting.