The paramedic who was injured in a medical helicopter crash on Highway 50 in Sacramento earlier this month has been released from the hospital, according to the Sacramento Fire Department. (Previous coverage in the video player above.)Paramedic Margaret “DeDe” Davis was among the three crew members on board the REACH Air Medical Services helicopter when it crashed on the highway on Oct. 6. On Friday, she was transferred to a rehabilitation facility. The nurse on board the flight, Suzie Smith, died from her injuries last week. The pilot, Chad Millward, remains in the hospital on Friday. A family member told KCRA 3 on Thursday that Millward is making good progress in his recovery.The Sacramento Fire Department said it had crews on hand as Davis was released from UC Davis Medical Center. A family member of Davis told KCRA 3 on Thursday that they are grateful to the hospital staff for their help in her recovery.REACH Air Medical Services shared this statement following Davis’ release from the hospital: “We extend our heartfelt gratitude for the tremendous support shown to our team following the October 6 REACH Air Medical helicopter accident on Highway 50 in Sacramento. The compassion and concern from our community have meant so much to all those affected, and we are deeply appreciative of everyone keeping our crew and their families in their thoughts and prayers. We are encouraged to share positive news regarding our crew members: Chad Millward (pilot) and Margaret “DeDe” Davis (paramedic) continue to make meaningful progress in their recovery. Chad remains in the ICU, but his condition has stabilized. DeDe has been discharged from the hospital and has begun the next important phase of her journey to recovery. She is now in an inpatient rehabilitation program, where she’ll receive specialized care and support as she continues to heal. We deeply mourn the loss of Susan “Suzie” Smith, whose dedication and compassion touched countless lives. As we celebrate the ongoing recovery of Chad and DeDe, we honor Suzie’s memory and her significant contributions to our community.”The cause of the helicopter crash remains under investigation.See more coverage of top California stories here | Download our app | Subscribe to our morning newsletter | Find us on YouTube here and subscribe to our channel
The paramedic who was injured in a medical helicopter crash on Highway 50 in Sacramento earlier this month has been released from the hospital, according to the Sacramento Fire Department.
(Previous coverage in the video player above.)
Paramedic Margaret “DeDe” Davis was among the three crew members on board the REACH Air Medical Services helicopter when it crashed on the highway on Oct. 6. On Friday, she was transferred to a rehabilitation facility.
The nurse on board the flight, Suzie Smith, died from her injuries last week.
The pilot, Chad Millward, remains in the hospital on Friday. A family member told KCRA 3 on Thursday that Millward is making good progress in his recovery.
The Sacramento Fire Department said it had crews on hand as Davis was released from UC Davis Medical Center. A family member of Davis told KCRA 3 on Thursday that they are grateful to the hospital staff for their help in her recovery.
REACH Air Medical Services shared this statement following Davis’ release from the hospital: “We extend our heartfelt gratitude for the tremendous support shown to our team following the October 6 REACH Air Medical helicopter accident on Highway 50 in Sacramento. The compassion and concern from our community have meant so much to all those affected, and we are deeply appreciative of everyone keeping our crew and their families in their thoughts and prayers.
We are encouraged to share positive news regarding our crew members: Chad Millward (pilot) and Margaret “DeDe” Davis (paramedic) continue to make meaningful progress in their recovery. Chad remains in the ICU, but his condition has stabilized. DeDe has been discharged from the hospital and has begun the next important phase of her journey to recovery. She is now in an inpatient rehabilitation program, where she’ll receive specialized care and support as she continues to heal.
We deeply mourn the loss of Susan “Suzie” Smith, whose dedication and compassion touched countless lives. As we celebrate the ongoing recovery of Chad and DeDe, we honor Suzie’s memory and her significant contributions to our community.”
The cause of the helicopter crash remains under investigation.
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