CHS Deploys MED-1 To Aid Bed Shortage And High Patient Volume Due To Flu At Atlanta Hospital

Justin Pryor,

CHARLOTTE, NC — Carolinas Healthcare System has deployed MED-1 to Atlanta in response to a bed shortage and high patient volume due to the active flu season.

Construction at Grady Memorial Hospital in Atlanta has caused a massive bed shortage during a time of what hospital officials call a ‘higher than expected’ patient volume due to this season’s flu epidemic. Officials say MED-1 will help provide comprehensive care to patients.

The deployment is currently scheduled to last 30 days, according to CHS officials, but is subject to change based on need. A team will also be traveling with MED-1 to provide training for Grady Memorial staff until they are able to function on their own.

MED-1 In Action

Carolinas MED-1 deployed to Atlanta to support an urgent need for beds at Grady Memorial Hospital, which is Atlanta’s public hospital. The team departed on Saturday, January 27 at 9:30 a.m. MED-1 will provide much needed beds to Grady Memorial Hospital. The deployment for MED-1 is currently scheduled for 30 days, though the length of deployment could be altered should needs change. Teammates traveling with MED-1 will train the staff from Grady Memorial until they can function independently. This deployment truly represents our mission of providing health, hope and healing for all.

Posted by Carolinas HealthCare System on Monday, January 29, 2018

CHS says the deployment “truly represents our mission of providing health, hope and healing for all.”

MED-1 houses digital x-rays, ultrasound, lab, pharmacy, seven acute care beds, four intensive care beds, a two-bed operating/trauma resuscitation room, special isolet for newborns, and a dental/EENT chair to treat a variety of patient needs. Officials say the unit also carries 72-hours worth of medical supplies with a re-supply provided by FEMA.