Closer to Home: Strengthening Rural Emergency Care Through EMS, Trauma Systems, and Mobile Integrated Health

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Describes ways in which North Carolina is improving rural healthcare by connecting emergency medical services, mobile integrated health, and trauma systems. Discusses the state's Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) investment and offers suggestions for ensuring sustainable funding, workforce investment, and regional partnerships.

Kimberly Clement

North Carolina Medical Journal, 87(3)

09/2026

Community paramedicine · Emergency medical services · Mobile and episodic healthcare delivery · Rural Health Transformation Program · North Carolina