Medical Priority Dispatch System (MPDS)

The Medical Priority Dispatch System (MPDS) is a standardized method used by emergency medical services to evaluate and prioritize calls for assistance based on the severity of the situation. When someone calls for help, trained dispatchers ask specific questions to assess the medical emergency. This system categorizes the urgency of each case, enabling responders to prioritize their actions and resources effectively, ensuring that the most critical cases receive prompt attention. By using MPDS, dispatchers can provide lifesaving instructions while ensuring that emergency teams respond efficiently.