National Disaster Medical System

The National Disaster Medical System (NDMS) is a federal program that coordinates medical assistance during emergencies like natural disasters, terrorist attacks, or large-scale accidents. It teams up healthcare professionals, emergency responders, and support personnel to provide medical care, transport, and logistical support when local resources are overwhelmed. NDMS also helps transfer injured people to safer facilities and supplies specialized teams like Disaster Medical Assistance Teams (DMATs). Its goal is to ensure affected communities receive timely, effective medical care during crises, aiding recovery and saving lives efficiently.