As part of its ongoing commitment to advancing healthcare access and emergency preparedness in Thailand, Bumrungrad International Hospital Phuket has donated THB 100,000 to support the urgent need for Automated External Defibrillator (AED) pad replacements for public EMS crews across the island.
This donation will fund the purchase of 40 AED pads, directly strengthening emergency response capabilities for cardiac arrest cases. Since the initiative began as a program of the Rotary Club of Patong Beach, four (4) lives have already been saved—a testament to the critical importance of timely intervention made possible by these supplies.
Phuket’s EMS teams are critical to protecting both residents and over 8 million annual visitors, but they face serious challenges—from difficult terrain and traffic delays to limited resources and equipment shortages. This donation helps bridge a crucial gap by providing life-saving AED pads, enabling faster, more effective emergency response when every second counts.
This community-driven initiative was sparked by discussions at a Patong Rotary Club meeting, where the scale of the problem was first brought to light. Rotary has since contributed an additional THB 100,000, demonstrating the power of partnerships in creating meaningful impact.
Last modify: April 10, 2025