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[The evolution of the emergency medical services system - from ancient to modern times]
Mariusz Goniewicz1, Krzysztof Goniewicz2
1Zakład Ratownictwa Medycznego, Uniwersytet Medyczny, Lublin.
Abstract:
The paper discusses the historical perspective - from ancient to modern times - on the evolution of military medicine and its support during the wars and battles as well as its impact on the development of civilian health care and emergency medical services. Indicated breakthroughs related to conducting military operations and pointed to the visionaries who have developed new paradigms of medical care, including programs designed to assess the health status of patients, treatment in the battlefield, medical transport, anesthesia, surgery and emergency procedures. Highlighted the important role of proper organization and urgent help to victims.
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