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In Maine, a new approach to practicing medicine in the sky

NPR NewsBy Elaine Appleton-Grant

11/8/2026, 11:00:00 AM

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Air medical service comes with high risks, high costs, and staffing struggles. To reduce turnover and serve rural patients, LifeFlight of Maine is putting the needs of healthcare workers first.

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In Maine, a new approach to practicing medicine in the sky.
Air medical service comes with high risks, high costs, and staffing struggles.
To reduce turnover and serve rural patients, LifeFlight of Maine is putting the needs of healthcare workers first.

Air medical service comes with high risks, high costs, and staffing struggles. To reduce turnover and serve rural patients, LifeFlight of Maine is putting the needs of healthcare workers first. (Image credit: Elaine Appleton Grant for NPR)

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