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The
Hyperbaric and Problem Wound Center at Mercy Hospital in Miami,
Florida, is one of the most respected facilities in the nation
for HBOT. We are the Divers Alert Network (DAN) Regional Coordinators
for Florida and the Caribbean. Since opening in January, 1989,
we have treated more dive-related injuries than any other facility
nationwide. Conveniently located on the first floor of the Hurley
Building at Mercy Hospital in Miami, Florida, the Center operates
two state-of-the-art Multiplace Hyperbaric Chambers capable of
providing treatment to as many as 12 patients simultaneously.
The chambers can simulate depths exceeding 165 ft. of sea water
pressure. In each chamber, 100% oxygen is provided to patients
via face masks, clear hoods or endotracheal tubes. All aspects
of the hyperbaric chamber have been designed with patient safety
and comfort in mind. The chamber has windows and comfortable seating.
Music is often played and ambient temperature and humidity are
controlled. A nurse or paramedic specifically trained in hyperbaric
therapy is inside the chamber with the patients at all times.
An HBOT Physician is always in attendance and can be locked into
the chamber, if needed. Video and audio communications are constantly
maintained with technicians and medical |
personnel at an outside control console. Both chambers can handle
critical care patients and use advanced medical monitoring devices. Most hyperbaric
treatments are provided in two-hour segments, however, treatments for dive-related
injuries may last up to five or more hours. Patients are encouraged to read and just relax
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