There will be some significant changes for the LifeStar program starting December 5, 2009. EmergyCare, Inc. and LifeStar would like to take a few minutes to discuss these changes and provide the facts. Hopefully this explanation will answer any questions, dispel any rumors and address any concerns. If you have any further questions or concerns please do not hesitate to contact us. Thank you.

Airframe: EMS helicopter

Air Operations Vendor: Company that operates under the FAA part 135 regulations and acts as the aviation operator. The Air Operations Vendor supplies the pilots, mechanics, etc. to LifeStar.

CAMTS: Commision on Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems

CEM: Centers of Emergency Medicince Pittsburgh, PA.

Task Force: Members of EmergyCare, Inc. senior management team and the Board of Directors comprise the LifeStar Task Force.

The current contract with our air vendor terminates on December 4, 2009. For over one year, the Taskforce has been exploring options with vendors for the future of the LifeStar program. In all, eight vendors made presentations to the Taskforce.

Priorities in selecting a new vendor:

1.) EmergyCare, Inc., Hamot Medical Center and Saint Vincent Health Center are committed to the ownership of the airframe, program, and LifeStar's continued presence in the communities we serve providing critical care transport.

2.) The new vendor shares risk by having a financial stake in the program and a demonstrated need in the programs success.

3.) EmergyCare, Inc. maintains employment of the clinical staff.

4.) EmergyCare, Inc. maintains ownership of the LifeStar base(s).

STAT MedEvac (vendor) was the only program that could meet our requirements and assist the in successful future of LifeStar.

Whats next???

• LifeStar will be primarily based at the Corry-Lawrence Airport. This project is in progress and awaiting approval from regulating agencies. The Corry-Lawrence Airport base site plans has been approved by the FAA.
• STAT MedEvac will move the helicopter currently based in Greenville to the Meadville Airport. LifeStar and the STAT MedEvac aircraft in Meadville will act as a partnership, providing back up during times of simultaneous flight request or patient transport. Improving the availability of a CAMTS accredited critical care transport team when you need it.
• LifeStar will maintain their current EC-145 helicopter, LifeStar name and paint scheme. 12/05/2009 the Air Operatorions Vendor graphics will be changed on the helicopter to reflect the new vendor.
• Facilities and first responders will continue to contact the EmergyCare Communications Center via radio or telephone (800) 445-1322 to request transport. STAT MedEvac will be responsible for dispatching LifeStar.
• The Harborcreek base will be maintained for re-fueling and as a secondary base LifeStar will reposition to in case of inclement weather in Corry.
• LifeStar clinical staff will utilize Medical Command and protocols provided by the Centers of Emergency Medicine and STAT MedEvac.