DMAT (Disaster Medical Assistance Team)

A Disaster Medical Assistance Team (DMAT) is a group of trained healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, and paramedics, who quickly respond to emergencies caused by natural or man-made disasters. Their primary role is to provide urgent medical care, set up temporary clinics, and support local healthcare systems overwhelmed by the crisis. DMATs are usually deployable within hours of a disaster, offering vital health services in areas with damaged infrastructure or limited resources, helping to save lives and ease suffering during critical times.