AAMS Neonatal & Pediatric Transport Award of Excellence

2023 AWARD WINNER

Florida Neonatal Pediatric Transport Network Association

International Biomedical is the proud annual sponsor of the AAMS Neonatal/Pediatric Transport Award of Excellence. This award recognizes an individual or team that has made an outstanding contribution to a neonatal/pediatric transport service in any of the following areas: enhancing safety, education, leadership, or patient advocacy by developing or promoting the improvement of patient care in the medical transport community. The award may be given for an overall neonatal/pediatric-specific patient care contribution, or neonatal/pediatric transport outcome.

Two women in blue flight suits and helmets smile for the camera. They stand next to a medical transport stretcher with a clear enclosure on it, indicating readiness for patient transport. The background features a light-colored wall and some outdoor seating, suggesting a public space. Both women appear confident and friendly.
The image features the acronym AAMS in bold, blue letters at the top. Below the text, there are three stylized icons. The first icon on the left shows a curved arrow pointing to the left, the middle icon depicts a simplified blue truck, and the third icon on the right features a stylized representation of a hand or tool gripping a circular object. The entire image is on a green background.
previous award winners
A large group of individuals wearing blue uniforms with red accents stands in front of an airplane marked "Life Flight Network." The airplane is positioned behind them, displaying the text "N866LF" along the side, with a hangar in the background. In the foreground, a medical transport stretcher with medical equipment on it is prominently displayed. The scene is set on an airport tarmac, and the sky is clear, indicating a sunny day. The group consists of men and women of various ages, all smiling and posing for the photograph. The text at the bottom reads "Life Flight Network | Spokane, WA."
2022
Life Flight Network
Spokane, WA
Terry Neal
2021
Terry Neal
UT Lifestar
A group of eleven emergency medical personnel stands outside in front of two ambulances, with tall trees in the background. They are dressed in matching black uniforms with light blue accents. The team includes a diverse mix of individuals, both male and female, some wearing glasses. The ambulances bear the logos of Seattle Children's and AMR. The scene appears to be early evening with clear weather.
2020
Seattle Children’s Critical Care Transport Service
Seattle, WA
A group of ten healthcare professionals, wearing navy blue jumpsuits, pose in front of a light aircraft and an ambulance. The aircraft has a distinctive blue and white design with the tail number N400DSL visible. The ambulance features colorful illustrations of animals and trees, indicating its use for pediatric transport. In the center, a stretcher with medical equipment lies on the ground. The team members display a friendly and professional demeanor, with some members standing and others kneeling. The background is clear blue sky and a hangar, adding to the scene's context.
2019
Air St. Luke’s Maternal Child Team Boise, ID
A large group of individuals wearing blue uniforms stands in front of a helicopter. They are arranged in a semi-circle, smiling and looking toward the camera. The text above them reads "NEONATAL & PEDIATRIC TRANSPORT AWARD OF EXCELLENCE" and "BOSTON MEDFLIGHT." Below, there is an image of an ambulance parked near a body of water, with a city skyline visible in the background, featuring several tall buildings.
2018
Boston MedFlight
Boston, MA
A helicopter with a blue and white design is parked on a helipad. Two crew members in dark uniforms are preparing equipment on a wheeled cart. One person, with short hair, is pulling the cart towards the helicopter, while the other crew member, with long red hair, assists by pushing the cart from behind. The background shows a clear blue sky and a distant tree line, indicating a bright day.
2017
UNC Carolina Air Care Pediatric / Neonatal Team
Chapel Hill, NC
A male paramedic with a beard, wearing a navy blue flight suit and blue gloves, is working on a neonatal incubator that contains a small infant. Another female paramedic, also in a navy blue flight suit and blue gloves, is assisting with the medical equipment. In the background, there is a colorful medical helicopter, with pink and blue designs, parked on a sunny day. The scene conveys a sense of urgency and professionalism in a medical emergency setting.
2016
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital LifeFlight Miami, FL
A close-up image of a larger hand gently holding a tiny, delicate foot of a newborn baby. The hand and foot are partially wrapped in white fabric, with small medical wires visible around the baby's foot. The baby’s toes are scrunched and their foot is small compared to the adult hand. The background shows blurred hospital equipment, suggesting an intensive care setting.
2015
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago Transport Team Chicago, IL
A logo consisting of the letters "AAMS" positioned above a series of four abstract icons. The icons represent various elements related to transportation and logistics. The first icon features a blue arrow pointing right, suggesting movement or direction. The second icon is a stylized green and white truck. The third icon illustrates a hand holding a tool, possibly a wrench, indicating maintenance or support. The fourth icon depicts flowing lines, resembling a road or pathway, suggesting connectivity. The color scheme includes shades of blue and green.
2013
 Children’s Medical Center Dallas Dallas, TX
A small airplane featuring a colorful design with a cartoon rabbit on its side is parked on an airport runway. In the foreground, a team of technicians is gathered around the airplane's engine, examining equipment and discussing repairs. In the background, a control tower is visible against a clear blue sky, displaying a logo that includes a red letter N. The runway is paved and extends out towards additional vehicles parked in the distance.
2012
Children’s Mercy Critical Care Transport
Kansas City, MO
A blue and white helicopter with yellow accents is hovering in the air above a large emergency response vehicle. The helicopter features a graphic design of a bird and medical symbols. The emergency vehicle, positioned to the right, is predominantly white with blue and yellow sections, displaying similar graphics. The background shows a clear sky and bare trees, indicating a rural or open area.
2011
Nationwide Children’s Hospital Transport Team
Columbus, OH
A group of five medical personnel stand beside a small aircraft on a tarmac. They are gathered around a patient transport stretcher that is equipped with medical equipment. Two women and three men, dressed in blue and green scrubs, are smiling and looking at the camera. The aircraft has a white exterior, and its engine is visible in the foreground. In the background, a white ambulance marked "Cook" and a clear sky can be seen. The overall scene conveys a sense of teamwork and readiness in a medical transport setting.
2010
Teddy Bear Transport
Fort Worth, TX