Emergency repatriation from Italy
Emergencies require rapid coordination after local stabilisation. Italy has long distances, islands and varying departure points; the current care location determines the route.
Local care first
In the event of acute symptoms, local emergency care is called in. Transport only takes place once the diagnosis, vital signs and risk during transfer have been assessed.
Build the file quickly
Request the lettera di dimissione, medication details and recent test results. One family member collects contact details and insurance numbers.
Route with medical margin
Availability alone is not enough: the vehicle, team and any flight must be appropriate for the condition.
Reception in Belgium
A bed or home care is confirmed before departure. The receiving party receives a medical update and expected arrival time.
Documents before departure
Identification, a medical summary, current medication and contact details remain with the care team. If the condition changes, the selected route is reassessed.
Document the emergency decision
The coordinator records who confirmed fitness to travel, when the latest clinical update took place and which change would lead to cancellation. This prevents pressure from tickets or family from outweighing medical safety. If admission to a Belgian hospital is required, acceptance is not postponed until en route. For departures outside office hours, a direct Italian medical number remains available for questions from the transport team.