In this article by Kaleb Lachenicht, ROCKET Chief Clinical Officer, the focus is placed on a critical reality of airway management: intubation is a high risk, low frequency procedure, and proficiency declines without regular, deliberate practice. Link to full article: bit.ly/4lLlfUB #ems

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ROCKET Mini at a specialist facility in Johannesburg following the successful retrieval of a polytrauma patient from Mpumalanga Province. Learn more about ROCKET’s emergency medical services 👉 bit.ly/4dcxofm #ROCKETHEMS #ROCKETEMS #EmergencyMedicalServices #JohannesburgEMS #MpumalangaEMS

Pride of Limpopo captured departing base in the Limpopo Province for the retrieval of a critically injured patient. #PrideOfLimpopo #ROCKETHEMS #ROCKETEMS #EmergencyMedicalServices #LimpopoEMS #CriticalCareTransport #SouthAfricaEMS

ROCKET at a specialist hospital in Johannesburg following the retrieval of a polytrauma patient from the Vaal area. Learn more about ROCKET’s emergency medical services in South Africa 👉 bit.ly/4dcxofm #ROCKETHEMS #ROCKETEMS #EmergencyMedicalServices #AirAmbulanceSouthAfrica #SouthAfricaEMS

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ROCKET was activated for an inter-hospital transfer from the Free State to a specialist facility in Gauteng, ensuring the patient received the advanced care required for further management. #ems #rockethems #rockethemsnortherncape

ROCKET refueling in Copperton during a mission to retrieve a critically ill patient in Carnarvon, Northern Cape. #ems #rockethems #rockethemsnortherncape

CPR errors still happen, even in experienced clinical teams. This article by Kaleb Lachenicht, ROCKET Chief Clinical Officer, looks at ten of the most common mistakes made during resuscitation. A useful read for anyone involved in emergency care. bit.ly/413m2qp #cpr #ems #rockethems

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Following a primary incident in the Vaal area, ROCKET was activated and landed on scene before airlifting the patient to a specialist facility in Johannesburg. #ems #rockethems #rockethemsnortherncape

ROCKET, crewed by an all-female HEMS team, was activated for an inter-hospital transfer (IHT) in the Mpumalanga Province, transporting the patient to a specialist facility in Pretoria. #ems #rockethems #rockethemsnortherncape

Pride of Limpopo departing base for the retrieval of a neonatal patient, transporting the patient to a specialist facility. Proudly serving our communities collaboratively. #wegenuinenlycare #prideoflimpopo #rockethems

ROCKET was activated for an inter-hospital transfer (IHT) from a facility in the Free State Province to a specialist facility in Gauteng. #ems #rockethems #rockethemsnortherncape

To the ambulance service providers who support ROCKET HEMS across South Africa: thank you. You answer the phone at any hour, move crews fast, run scenes properly, and stabilise patients in tough places so safe air transfer is possible. We see it, and we appreciate it. #ems #rockethems

Skills can start to fade in as little as four weeks — so we don’t treat practice as optional at ROCKET. Beyond weekly academic meetings and case reviews, we keep clinical currency across the full scope: procedures, protocols, crew coordination, and the small checks that prevent big mistakes.

“The loser has more in common with the winner than with the person sitting on the sidelines.” - James Clear Kaleb Lachenicht (ROCKET Chief Clinical Officer and EPIC EM Director) reflects on a James Clear quote to frame what high-stakes work really demands. Full article: bit.ly/4tZ8WYR

ROCKET Mini on the helipad of a specialist facility in Gauteng following the successful completion of a neonatal inter-hospital transfer in the North West Province. #ems #rockethems #rockethemsnortherncape

ROCKET lifting off for a cardiac inter-hospital transfer to a specialist facility in the Northwest Province. #ems #rockethems #rockethemsnortherncape

ROCKET departing a specialist facility in Gauteng following the successful inter-facility retrieval of a polytrauma patient from the Mpumalanga Province. #ems #rockethems #rockethemsnortherncape

Following the successful inter-facility retrieval of a cardiac patient from a hospital in the Mpumalanga Province, ROCKET departs from a specialist facility in Pretoria. #ems #rockethems #rockethemsnortherncape

In our environment, prehospital emergency anaesthesia with intubation sits right at the intersection of clinical benefit, operational risk, and system cost. Link to full article: bit.ly/4qON7bq #traumacare #ems #rockethems #rockethemsnortherncape

ROCKET’s Rescue Division recently completed an ab initio short-haul/long-line course for five medical crew in Jhb. From pre-course online prep to practical long-line work at Kromvlei, the focus was precision, communication, and safe patient handling under a helicopter. Link bit.ly/46pCIM5

Sonia Stoltz kicked off her EMS career in 2004 as a BAA and Fire Fighter at Tshwane EMS. In 2023, Sonia joined ROCKET, continuing her commitment to delivering exceptional emergency care. Sonia enjoys fishing, motorcycles, and, above all, spending time with her family - her greatest pride.

Our Kimberley crews recently completed another cycle of advanced re-currency rescue training; an essential part of the discipline that keeps us mission-ready. ROCKET Air Rescue is a fully licensed air ambulance and air rescue service. 👉 bit.ly/4mUmEHB #ems #rockethems #airrescue

Naidene Massey has a professional background spanning both pre-hospital and post-hospital environments. Her experience also includes serving overseas in Afghanistan as a FACC operator, where she operated in demanding and high-pressure conditions. She joined ROCKET in October 2022. #ems #rockethems

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ROCKET Mini was activated for a neonatal inter-hospital transfer from a specialist facility in Pretoria, to a specialist facility in the Limpopo Province. Pride of Limpopo. Proudly serving our communities collaboratively. #wegenuinenlycare #prideoflimpopo

ROCKET at a specialist facility in Johannesburg following the successful completion of an inter-hospital transfer from a facility in the Limpopo Province. #ems #rockethems #rocketnortherncape

ROCKET was activated for the inter-hospital transfer of a polytrauma patient from Limpopo to a specialist facility in Johannesburg. #ems #rockethems #rocketnortherncape

Our Kimberley crew. Always ready to be activated for the nightshift. #ems #rockethems #rockethemsnortherncape

Pride of Limpopo was activated for a primary MVA in the Hoedspruit area. Pride of Limpopo. Proudly serving our communities collaboratively. #wegenuinenlycare #prideoflimpopo

ROCKET was activated for a cardiac IHT to a specialist facility in Gauteng. #ems #rockethems #rocketnortherncape

Ivan Riddell grew up in the small town of Meyerton, where he developed a strong work ethic and practical mindset early on. Early 2024, Ivan joined the ROCKET Team, where he is expanding his experience at the intersection of paramedicine and aviation. #ems #rockethems #rockethemsnortherncape

Congratulations Phemelo Seane on completing your first solo flight with ROCKET. We’re proud of the discipline and focus you’ve shown in reaching this point, and we’re grateful to have you as part of our Team. #ems #rockethems #rockethemsnortherncape

At ROCKET, we recognise that advanced airway procedures carry inherent risk. Reducing that risk is a core part of safe patient care. To support consistency and minimise omission under pressure, we use a structured pre-procedure checklist during preparation, ensuring critical steps are completed.

Sue Mogapi is a dedicated emergency care professional with a career spanning nearly two decades in fire, rescue, and medical services. She lives by the quote: “Never lay on your laurels and expect things to miraculously happen.” Joining ROCKET has been Sue’s greatest dream.

Travel and adventure shouldn’t come with avoidable risk. From safaris to remote lodges, our ROCKET Connect Tourism Solution provides access to professional, reliable emergency medical assistance. Craig van Rensburg, National Sales Manager 📧 [email protected] | 📞 072 688 1165 #ems

ROCKET activated for IHT of a cardiac patient from the North-West Province to a specialist facility in Gauteng. In cardiac IHT cases, time, monitoring continuity, and direct access to the right level of care are critical, with time-sensitive transfer directly linked to improved patient outcomes.

Paediatric trauma IHT’s demand a specialist team due to the increased requirements for dedicated paediatric equipment, weight-based medication dosing, and advanced clinical decision-making throughout transfer. ROCKET activated for IHT of a paediatric patient from North-West Province to Jhb.

ROCKET was recently activated for the transfer of an industrial accident patient from a facility in Mpumalanga, to a specialist facility in Gauteng. #ems #rockethems #rockethemsnortherncape

For cardiac IHT’s, rapid access to definitive care and specialist intervention is directly linked to improved patient outcomes. ROCKET was recently activated for an early-morning inter-hospital transfer of a cardiac patient from Kathu to Kimberley. #ems #rockethems #rockethemsnortherncape

Traumatic cardiac arrest (TCA) is often misunderstood as being universally fatal — but in reality, some causes can be reversed if they are recognised and treated immediately. Read the full article by Kaleb Lachenicht here: bit.ly/4ttEZj9 #ems #rockethems #rockethemsnortherncape

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ROCKET recently completed an inter-hospital transfer following an industrial accident, safely transporting the patient from a facility in Mpumalanga to a specialist trauma centre in Johannesburg. Inter-hospital transfers support structured clinical handover and continuity of care.

ROCKET was activated for a neonatal inter-hospital transfer from Kathu to Kimberley in the Northern Cape. Neonatal transfers are high-risk due to the rapid deterioration potential of newborn patients and their need for continuous, precise support. #ems #rockethems #rockethemsnortherncape

ROCKET recently conducted the IHT of a paediatric patient from Vryburg to Gariep. IHT's are a critical component of continuity of care, ensuring that patients are safely transported to appropriate specialist facilities while accounting for the time-sensitive nature of their clinical condition. #em

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Congratulations to Jan Burke on completing his first flight with ROCKET this week. Welcome to our Team, we are glad to have you onboard. 🚁 #ems #rockethems #rockethemsnortherncape #oneteam

ROCKET was activated recently for a primary call from Groblersdal to Johannesburg. Photo credit: Gunmar EMS Groblersdal Save our number: 0860 FLIGHT (354 448) We genuinely care. #ems #rockethems #rockethemsnortherncape