Shreveport, LA – According to the statement, this recognition by the American Heart Association highlights the department’s excellence in meeting or exceeding national standards for emergency medical services, particularly in the critical area of heart attack response.
This award puts Shreveport Fire Department on a national platform, demonstrating its capability to deliver top-tier emergency services.
Meeting the “EMS to Balloon” time of under 90 minutes in over 75% of cases shows the department’s efficiency in getting heart attack patients the urgent care they need.
Achieving Silver status opens the door to Gold status, which could further enhance the department’s reputation and service capabilities.
While SFD met the goal 75% of the time, there’s still room to improve in ensuring even more consistent responses that could bring the department closer to 100% success.
Maintaining or exceeding these standards, especially while handling over 48,000 emergency calls per year, will require continuous investment in training, equipment, and resources.
The recognition may raise public expectations, putting pressure on the department to consistently perform at these elevated levels, even in challenging circumstances.
This achievement speaks to the dedication of the department and its ongoing efforts to improve emergency response, but it also highlights the need for sustained focus to reach even higher goals.