FEAMER Project

In Low- and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs), the safe transportation of critically ill children to emergency care facilities faces significant challenges due to a shortage of expertise and limited access to medical support during transit.
Funded by the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD), the groundbreaking FEAMER (Feasibility and Efficacy of Ambulance-Based mHealth for Pediatric Emergencies) study aims to revolutionize care for critically ill children during ambulance transportation. During ambulance transport, Telemedicine Physicians can connect with Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) in real-time, utilizing state-of-the-art video calling technology. This innovative approach allows doctors to remotely assess the child's condition, provide essential medical guidance to EMTs, and make informed decisions during the transportation process.
By combining medical expertise with telemedicine technology, the FEAMER study seeks to bridge the critical care gap for children during ambulance transport in LMICs. Our mission is to ensure that no child's life is compromised due to inadequate medical support during transit.