SOURCE: GW Department of Emergency Medicine

 

WASHINGTON, DC--(Marketwire - June 1, 2009) - Maritime Medical Access (MMA) has joined the race to cure pediatric brain tumors by donating medical supplies and medical support for the 2009 PLGA Quest Journey for a Cure. The PLGA Quest Journey is a trans-Atlantic voyage to benefit children's brain cancer research at the Dana Farber Cancer Institute.

In operation since 1989, MMA provides a vital link to the delivery of appropriate medical care for shipping vessels, aircraft, yachts and teams in remote locations. "MMA is an important service for any long range sailing or expedition team," says Dana Anderson, Captain of Vision Quest, the 42 foot sailing vessel that is completing the journey. "There are no 'treat and transport' services on the high seas. We have to be able to stabilize the patient for up to a week before we can get help. MMA has helped us assemble our medical supplies and will be available for consult via Satellite phone to help us from everything from minor illness to serious trauma."

The journey of Vision Quest is entirely self-funded by her owner. "We are pleased to donate remote medical support and supplies for the Captain and crew during their voyage to raise awareness and research funds for pediatric brain cancer. It is a privilege to be involved with such a worthwhile cause," states Michael Hite, Director of Maritime Medical Access. The journey begins today in Portsmouth, NH and concludes in four weeks in the Canary Islands.

To learn more about this service provided by The George Washington University Department of Emergency Medicine, please call (202) 741-3423. For more information about the PLGA Quest Journey for a Cure email PLGAQuest@gmail.com.