Patient stories
Each year, we treat thousands of patients across the Midlands. Below are some incredible patients who have shared their stories with us
I didn’t understand at first why the air ambulance was needed
But they explained that I needed strong, advanced pain relief and rapid transfer to a specialist hospital if there was any chance of saving my foot.
Karolinn Allen
Former Patient - Worcester
Rory said straight away that he’d broken his leg, even at seven, he just knew.
Rory’s mother, Laura, recalls the moment when her seven-year-old son came off his motocross bike and crashed into the path of his competitors.
Rory Brown
Former Patient
A normal family outing ended with us suffering life changing injuries
Thanks to the incredible care from Midlands Air Ambulance Charity and the emergency services, we were able to begin the long road to recovery, something we’re forever grateful for.
Thomas & Becky Kay
Former Patient - Staffordshire
I remember realising that I’d lost control and that I was going to crash
Kirk Williams, 50, remembers the split second when a routine off-road trail motorbike ride turned into a fight for his life.
Kirk Williams
Former Patient - Staffordshire
I am so grateful to everyone who helped me. Without them, I wouldn’t be here.
Manya Chadwick, 71, from Stratford-upon-Avon, is alive today thanks to quick thinking strangers, her husband Mike, and the critical care team from Midlands Air Ambulance Charity.
Manya Chadwick
Former Patient - Stratford Upon Avon
There was a time when I didn’t know if I’d survive, let alone work again.
I’m proud of how far I’ve come. Midlands Air Ambulance Charity saved my life. There’s no doubt in my mind. If they hadn’t been there, I wouldn’t be here today.
Chris Leese
Former Patient- Staffordshire
When I came round around five minutes later, I was unable to walk.
I understood later on that the travel time to hospital was greatly reduced thanks to the Midlands Air Ambulance Charity. I therefore received treatment in hospital much earlier than if I had travelled in a land ambulance.
Alistair Robert Keron
Former patient - Worcestershire
The treatment I was given by the aircrew on the scene was hugely beneficial to my recovery.
I haven’t made a full recovery but I am extremely grateful for everything they did that day. Without the Midlands Air Ambulance, I don’t believe I would be here to share my story.
Simon Wright
Former patient - Bromsgrove
Ben was extremely poorly. A cardiac arrest is when someone’s heart actually stops.
By stabilising Ben, the aircrew were able to get Ben ready for the flight, before transferring him to Stoke Hospital to receive definitive care.
Ben Culff
Former patient
The aircrew were incredible. They talked me through the whole process and gave me the necessary pain relief to avoid causing further distress.
The charity ensured my wife wasn’t taken from us on that fateful day, and it’s so important that people recognise the need for the charity.
Marilyn Brown
Former patient
The next thing I remember is being in the bottom of the hole.
Without these guys, I may not even be here to tell my tale, I just can’t thank them enough.
Edward Royle
Former patient - Ludlow
I could barely speak due to the pressure on my chest.
I’ve had cancer before, but I feel like this was more life changing for me - I’m definitely lucky to be alive.
Peter Stanton
Former patient - Stourbridge
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