Capturing the outcome and experiences of our patients helps to support and improve our clinical service. A secondary benefit is, with the permission of the patient, we are able to share their story and experiences with others.
Four patients kindly share their stories of the day each of them needed the help of the Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance crew… Read more
Pete Moxham suffered a cardiac arrest on the golf course, but is now on the road to recovery. Daughter Donna Neil explains what happened… Read more
After seriously injuring his arm, Shane Guy was flown to hospital for emergency surgery… Read more
Since being involved in a serious road traffic incident, Kat Parsons has been receiving ongoing support from DSAA in order to help piece together the events of the day and work towards recovery... Read more
After falling into a quarry and sustaining serious injuries, Sally Nowell spent a long and frightening night wondering if she would be rescued in time… Read more
When Bradley Turner suffered a seemingly superficial injury, it actually masked a far more serious problem. Mum Sarah explains… Read more
In May, James Brewster needed DSAA’s support when he suffered every diver’s worst nightmare – the bends... Read more
When he went into cardiac arrest, Paul Fox’s wife was able to administer life-saving CPR, starting off the crucial chain of survival before medical help arrived… Read more
Dave Parker is a keen mountain-bike rider who often gets together with a group of friends for ride-outs. Last year, on the evening of 15th December, a scheduled group gathering didn’t exactly go to plan. No-one could have imagined the night would turn out the way that it did. Dave kindly tells us more… Read more
Neil Osborn reflects on a day that changed his family’s life forever… Read more
DSAA were called in after Ken Hutton’s cardiac arrest on the golf course... Read more
On 3rd May 2018, Daisy Bastin celebrated her 110th birthday. Daisy decided that she didn’t want or need any gifts, so it was suggested that her party guests donate to DSAA. Daisy didn’t actually know what the air ambulance was: back in her younger years, even seeing a road ambulance was a rare sight. Then her good friend Bill told her about his experience with Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance. This is Bill’s story… Read more
Primary School Teacher Dawn Hoey is grateful for DSAA’s support… Read more
When Vicki Fuller was hit by a car, DSAA had to act quickly to save her leg… Read more
DSAA came to Steve Fox’s aid when he suffered a heart attack… Read more
Richard Anders never imagined that he would need Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance’s help not once but twice on the same day... Read more
Nine years after being airlifted to hospital, Darren Way, Manager at Yeovil Town Football Club, paid DSAA a visit. Read more
On Tuesday 23rd May, Jamie Moran was involved in a quad bike incident on a farm near Beaminster. He was in a remote location with very little access for an ambulance. The Ambulance Service crew who arrived on scene first recognised this fact and swiftly requested that the air ambulance be deployed. Jamie explains more… Read more
You may recall that we have previously featured the story of David Little, who suffered a cardiac arrest. David has continued to stay in touch with the Charity and shares what he's been up to. Read more
Time was of the essence when Tim Grizzell suffered a heart attack and needed hospital treatment. Paramedics quickly summoned DSAA. Read more