Elderly Patient Airlifted After Emergency in Monroe

By Y.M. Lowy

Photos: Y. Stein

Emergency crews responded after an elderly patient was found critical in the parking lot of his home. A 911 call brought Monroe EMS and Kiryas Joel Hatzolah to the scene, where they determined the patient required immediate transport to a trauma center.

A medical helicopter was requested and landed at the lake to facilitate the airlift. Monroe Fire Department, Monroe Police, and New York State Police joined Monroe EMS in securing the area and assisting with the transfer.

The patient was safely flown to a trauma center for further treatment.