Private Ambulance FAQ’s

🚑 Private Ambulance FAQs – Met Medical

Q: Can I call Met Medical directly for a private ambulance?
A: Yes, absolutely. You can call us directly to arrange private ambulance transport—no referral needed. We’re here for patients, families, care homes, and healthcare providers.

Q: Do you provide patient transport services in Hertfordshire?
A: Yes. Our team regularly covers towns and villages across Hertfordshire, including St Albans, Watford, Hatfield, Stevenage, and more. Whether it’s a planned appointment, hospital discharge, or a journey between care settings, we’re here to help.

Q: Can Met Medical help in an urgent situation if NHS ambulances are delayed?
A: Yes. If you or a loved one needs urgent care—such as signs of chest pain, sepsis, or worsening illness—and you're facing long NHS waits, our Urgent Care at Your Door service offers a fast, clinician-led alternative. We can assess, treat, and if needed, transfer you safely.

Q: Do you offer long-distance ambulance transport?
A: We do. Met Medical provides nationwide and international private ambulance transfers for patients who need to travel long distances—whether it’s to move closer to family, access specialist care, or repatriate from abroad. Our vehicles are comfortable, fully equipped, and staffed by trained medical professionals.

Q: What kind of vehicles and staff do you use?
A: We operate modern ambulances equipped for both urgent care and non-emergency transfers. Depending on the journey and your clinical needs, we can provide emergency care assistants, ambulance technicians, paramedics, or advanced practitioners.

Q: How do I book a private ambulance with Met Medical?
A: Just give us a call or email. We'll talk through your needs, give you a quote, and arrange everything. You can also speak to us on behalf of someone else—like a family member, resident, or patient.