Grady Memorial Hospital has launched its first emergency medical helicopter, Grady Air, marking a significant milestone in its 135-year history.
The helicopter, based at Fulton County Executive Airport, is expected to dramatically improve emergency response times by transporting patients at speeds up to 170 mph.
“Being able to arrive by air, and then get the patient to the hospital so much faster, is going to be a game changer,” said Bob Meyers, a flight paramedic for Grady Air…