Team Doctors Preferred Access is proud to offer the most comprehensive global medical access solution in existence. Expanding upon our U.S. based membership, we have integrated an elite global physician network lead by Jim Ellis, MD, President Team Doctors Preferred Access, Eric Ossman, MD FACEP and Ian Greenwald, MD FACEP . With years of experience in caring for corporate clients at the highest levels in access, planning, emergency and disaster medicine all over the world, this premier global solution is now in place for our members.
Jim Ellis, MD, FACEP |
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 Dr. Ellis is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. He is the emergency physician for the Atlanta Falcons and also the coordinator of team medical care at the Super Bowl for Medical Sports Group. At the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta, Dr. Ellis was co-chairman of the Olympic Medical Support Group and medical director of the Olympic Stadium. He currently is working with Sochi 2014, the site of Russia’s Winter Olympic Games. |
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Eric Ossman, MD, FACEP |
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 Dr. Eric Ossmann is an Emergency Physician practicing in Durham North Carolina.He graduated form the Southern Illinois University School of Medicine with Institutional Honors and admission to the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society. He is a Board Certified Emergency Physician who completed his training at Methodist Hospital / Indiana University where he was elected Chief Resident in his final year. Subsequently, He completed a fellowship in emergency medical services at the Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte North Carolina. Dr. Ossmann began his academic career at the Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta. He was co-founder and co-director of the Section of Prehospital and Disaster Medicine. While at Emory he served as the EMS clerkship director, EMS fellowship director and the medical director of Grady Emergency Medical Service. During this time he was appointed to the State of Georgia EMS Medical Directors Advisory Council and the Region III EMS Council. Dr. Ossmann has been involved in emergency medical services at the local, state and national level throughout his career. He is the current chair of the American College of Emergency Physicians EMS Committee. Additionally, he has been involved nationally with the National Association of EMS Physicians and is a member of the U.S. Metropolitan Municipalities EMS Medical Directors Consortium. His current research interests include access to emergency medical care and EMS utilization. |
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Ian Greenwald, MD, FACEP |
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 Ian Greenwald is a board-certified emergency physician practicing in Durham North Carolina. Dr. Greenwald was on faculty at Emory University in the Department of Emergency Medicine, Section of Pre-Hospital and Disaster Medicine. He served many operational roles at Emory, including Director of the Clinical Decision Unit, Assistant Director of the Emergency Department at Emory University Hospital and as the Medical Director for multiple fire and EMS services in metro Atlanta.
Dr. Greenwald received his undergraduate degree from Binghamton University. He graduated Alpha Omega Alpha from the University Of Vermont College Of Medicine. He received his residency training in Emergency Medicine at the University of Pittsburgh. Following residency he was a fellow in EMS and Disaster Medicine with the Fire Department of New York where he also served as Assistant Medical Director. In 2006 His strategic planning and operations portfolio also includes serving as the Medical Director for the 2006-2008 Tour de Georgia (seven stage professional world-class cycling event) and the 2007 & 2008 ING Georgia Marathon. Dr. Greenwald has been a commissioned officer in the United States Army since 1999. He has served as an Emergency Physician in both forward and rear positions during Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom. He continues to serve as active reservist. |
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Benefits of the Global Membership:
Worldwide Peace of Mind while Traveling
Pre-Trip Travel Planning
Members may dial their Global Physician Access line ahead of their international travel date and receive consultation from our international physician team ensuring they are fully prepared ahead of time.
Medical Travel Kit
Contains medications, supplies, and medical care guide for traveling abroad.
Global 1-800 Physician Access Line:
Members receive their Global Membership Physician Access Line callable 24/7 around the world when they need medical consultation.
Expedited Appointments
Comprehensive coordination of care to elite physicians while traveling abroad. Once you dial your Global 1-800 Physician Access Line you will receive a call back from your advocate who will coordinate your expedited access to pre-qualified physicians around the world and if necessary direct medical jet evacuation on your behalf.
Medical Jet Evacuation
Our global physician team has partnerships in place with several leading medical jet evacuation teams with which they can direct flight to renowned medical centers and hospitals around the world on behalf of our members.
Translation Line
Our non- English speaking members and physicians may dial a translation line for over 150 different languages to facilitate.
Other Services Available Per Consultation
Medical Crisis Management
Provision of expert consultation to corporate clients during a medical crisis. Senior executive level briefings on medical threats to business continuity. Development of medical risk communications documents and briefings. Serving as the liaison to public health officials during a medical crisis.
Education and Training & KeyNote Presentations
Invited Speakers on a variety of emergency medical and preparedness topics at national and international conferences. Keynote speakers for medical and preparedness topics at corporate retreats.
Planning & Preparedness
We have consulted with numerous five star resorts and corporations in implementing a comprehensive medical and emergency plan for their operations.
International Health Insurance Options
We have partnered with leading health insurance administrators who can provide 100% international health insurance coverage backed by Lloyds of London.