Columbia Shipmanagement reports that it has seen a noticeable decrease in emergency medical disembarkations following the introduction of proactive health measures prioritising early medical intervention and utilising telemedicine technologies.
The systems were implemented in collaboration with the OneCare Group and its member company Marine Medical Solutions (MMS).
“The recommendations for medical evacuations have become more justifiable when needed. In the past, we often had to arrange evacuations based on diagnoses derived from emails or phone calls with the Master describing the sickness or injury,” said Captain Faouzi Fradi, Columbia Group Director of Crewing and Training.
“Now, with the support of MMS through OneCare, including video consultations between MMS doctors, the Master, and the affected crew member, we can ensure a more thorough and accurate diagnosis. This leads to better decision-making when it comes to medical evacuations, making them more justified than ever before.”
“We’ve seen numerous cases where onboard treatment has been sufficient until the vessel reaches the next port, ensuring the well-being of our crew without the need for emergency disembarkations.”
