VHASS Diversion Status Page

For security reasons, the ODEMSA App and website's "public-facing" Diversion Status page will not be available to providers for the foreseeable future. We are working with our partners to re-establish this vital resource and, if needed, find a comparable replacement. We thank you for your understanding.

9 Dec 2020

Fentanyl to Replace Ketamine beginning November 2, 2020 in ODEMSA Medication Boxes

3 Dec 2020

2020 ODEMSA Regional EMS Council Award Winners Announced

12 Regional EMS Award Winners were Announced via Facebook LIVE in a Mock News Broadcast that Highlighted Each Category The 2020 Old Dominion Emergency Medical Service Alliance (ODEMSA) Regional EMS Award winners were announced at the 2020 ODEMSA Regional EMS Council Awards Ceremony on Facebook LIVE on November 2, 2020. The event was presented as... Continue Reading →

2 Nov 2020

ODEMSA EMT Hybrid Course to be Hosted in Hanover

ODEMSA will be hosting an EMT Hybrid course beginning January 14, 2021, through June 24, 2021, in Hanover County. Applications are being accepted now with interview slots available on 12/19/20, 12/20/20, 01/09/21, or 01/10/21. After completing the application process you will receive further information about how to schedule your interview.

27 Oct 2020

New Medication Alert: Terbutaline coming to drug boxes October 1, 2020

Beginning October 1, 2020, Terbutaline will be added to ODEMSA drug boxes. Click on the links below for Terbutaline information including education, medication reference sheet and the updated respiratory distress protocol with Terbutaline (3-11a) during COVID-19. Terbutaline Education Download Terbutaline Medication Reference Download Respiratory-Asthma/COPD with Terbutaline (Protocol 3-11a) During COVID-19Download

15 Sep 2020

Virginia Office of EMS – EMS Transportation of Patients to Alternate Sites White Paper

Please click the link below to open the Virginia Office of EMS - EMS Transportation to Alternate Sites White Paper.Per the Office of EMS, the white paper provides guidance for EMS regarding transportation, protocols and funding to alternate sites in order to reduce volume on facilities during COVID -19. EMS-Transport to Alternate Sites White Paper

17 Apr 2020

Inpatient Behavioral Health Temporarily Suspended at Retreat Hospital

15 Apr 2020

West Creek Emergency Center Temporary Closure

4 Apr 2020

Infection Control Contact Guidelines

3 Apr 2020

Discontinue Nebulizers/BiPAP/CPAP Prior to Entering Emergency Department Until Further Notice

In order to reduce aerosolization and exposure risk, please discontinue any nebulizer/BiPAP/CPAP treatment prior to entering the Emergency Department.

3 Apr 2020