Air Ambulance Cost in India: Complete Guide to Pricing & Services
When emergencies strike, time becomes the most valuable asset. This is where air ambulance services…
Medical Tourism: Holistic Approach By Ashoka Rescue
Medical tourism or health tourism has become very popular in recent years as it allows individuals to travel across the globe to access world-class healthcare facilities. India’s healthcare sector has seen remarkable growth in advanced medical treatments at an affordable cost. Ultimately, it has increased medical tourism in India, and Ashoka Rescue is a reliable…
Air Ambulance Cost in India: Complete Guide to Pricing & Services
When emergencies strike, time becomes the most valuable asset. This is where air ambulance services in India play a critical role, offering rapid medical transportation for patients who need urgent care across cities or even countries. But among them, the air ambulance cost becomes the prime concern of many. The air ambulance cost in India…
A Message from Dr. Ashok, Director at Ashoka Rescue
Hello, I’m Dr. Ashok Kumar, director of Ashoka Rescue Air Ambulance Services Pvt. Ltd. Since 2004, our mission has been to ensure safe, dignified, and world‑class medical transport—whether by road, business‑class, commercial stretcher, or full air ambulance, both in India and internationally. 1. Commercial Stretcher Flights What it is: On commercial flights, we carefully remove rows of…
Air Ambulance: A Lifesaving Service for Critical Medical Emergencies
In critical medical situations, every second matters. When a patient’s life is at risk, timely access to advanced medical care is paramount. This is where air ambulance services play a crucial role. Offering rapid transportation equipped with state-of-the-art medical facilities, air ambulances ensure that patients receive the necessary care without delay. Ashoka Rescue Air Ambulance…
Steps for Medevac Using a Commercial Stretcher
Presented by Dr. Ashok Kumar Step 1: Patient Assessment and Communication Step 2: Coordination with Logistics Team Step 3: Completion of MEDIF Form Step 4: Compilation of Required Documents Step 5: Receiving Hospital Permission and Ground Ambulance Arrangements Step 6: Ventilator Settings (If Applicable) Step 7: Selection of Transport Mode Step 8: Airline Approval Step…
A Journey of Hope: The Medevac from Kuala Lumpur to Delhi
By Dr. Ashok, Medical Escort Lead In the heart of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, a 58-year-old male patient was admitted to the General Hospital with a severe case of COVID-19. His condition rapidly deteriorated, leading to respiratory distress and a dependency on supplemental oxygen. Over the next ten days, under intensive care and following established COVID-19…
Case Story: Repatriation of a 66-Year-Old Female Patient from Lucerne, Switzerland to Delhi, India
As narrated by Dr. Ashok, Ashoka Rescue India Patient Background A 66-year-old female patient, with a medical history of diabetes and a past total knee replacement (TKR) surgery, was traveling through Europe with her husband. During their visit to Zurich, Switzerland, she experienced increased right knee pain and swelling due to extensive walking and climbing,…
Medical Evacuation – Business Class | From Mumbai, India to Moscow, Russia
Hello dear friends, I’m Dr. Ashok Kumar, and today I’d like to share another real-life story from Ashoka Rescue, showcasing a recent medical repatriation we handled — from Mumbai, India (Lilavati Hospital) to Moscow, Russia. This case highlights how regional conflicts and flight restrictions can complicate timely medical evacuation for patients in need. Limited flight…
Medevac Story by Dr. Ashok Kumar: Why Travel Insurance Is Not Optional
Today, I want to share another important medical repatriation story—one that highlights not just the value of timely medical intervention, but also the critical importance of comprehensive travel medical insurance. In my years of handling international medical evacuations at Ashoka Rescue, one of the leading providers of air ambulance in India, I’ve seen many families…
A Doctor’s Perspective: Repatriating a Stroke Patient from Perth to Delhi
As a medical professional, I’ve had the privilege of assisting families during some of their most challenging moments. One such case that stands out was the recent international medical transfer of a 66-year-old Indian gentleman, from Perth, Australia, to Delhi, India—a mission that reflected the precision and compassion required in long-distance patient care. I first…
Safely Transporting Kidney Failure Patients with Ashoka Rescue
Transporting patients with kidney failure, especially those requiring dialysis or a kidney transplant presents a unique set of challenges. The transportation process is more than just a physical transfer; it involves continuous medical monitoring and support to ensure the patient’s safety and well-being. Ashoka Rescue understands the complexities involved in these cases and has developed…
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