New Tactical Rescue Stretcher Designed to Improve Patient Transfers in Confined and High-Risk Environments
Source: Doc's
Baltimore, MD — A new patient-handling solution aimed at addressing long-standing challenges in emergency transport has been introduced with the launch of the Doc’s Tactical Rescue Stretcher, developed by Baltimore-based volunteer EMT and mental health provider Dr. Dean Kirschner.
Created in response to the physical demands and operational constraints faced by fire and EMS personnel, the Doc’s Tactical Rescue Stretcher is engineered to support safer, faster patient movement in confined spaces and high-stress rescue scenarios. The stretcher facilitates rapid, controlled transfers from ambulance to hospital bed while reducing lifting strain on providers.
Key design features include a soft, flexible mesh construction that conforms to narrow hallways, stairwells, and limited-access environments, along with a durable, reusable build suitable for repeated field use. A rapid-discharge zipper system allows for efficient patient off-loading, and the stretcher’s materials are designed for quick and thorough decontamination.
Weighing significantly less than traditional rigid stretchers, the device supports up to 1,000 pounds and offers multi-environment functionality. The stretcher is suitable for water rescues, stadium and mass-gathering operations, and stair descents, with a quick-draining mesh and convertible chair configuration to accommodate varied rescue conditions.
Its compact, non-rigid profile allows the stretcher to be stored in standard fire and rescue apparatus without requiring vehicle modifications, making it a practical option for departments with limited space. Designed specifically for fire, EMS, and rescue teams, the Doc’s Tactical Rescue Stretcher is intended to enhance operational efficiency while improving safety for both patients and providers across prehospital and healthcare settings.
Watch the field demonstration video below.
