Hartwell Medical

01/26/2026

The Hartwell Medical CombiCarrierII and EVAC-U-SPLINT products were put to the test again last Saturday night at Round 3 of the World Supercross series during another sold-out event.

Earlier in the day, I had the opportunity to meet with Alpinestars Mobile Medical Crew— Medical Director, Dr. "Doc" Bodnar, who brings some of the most creative and practical insights into product function. He doesn’t pull punches—he’ll tell you exactly what works and what could use refinement—and that’s exactly how it should be. We can conduct all the internal testing and field trials known to mankind, but it’s only when you’re faced with a real-world critical care emergency that you truly understand the value of real-time product performance.

Saturday night’s racing included a couple of serious, all-hands-on-deck incidents that required multiple riders to be assisted off the track by the medical crew. I’m happy to report that the riders involved are doing okay—a testament to the preparedness, teamwork, and equipment on hand.

01/14/2026

This past Monday, January 12th, Andrews Athlete led a comprehensive hands-on training and education session with the Miami Marlins Athletic Trainers at their facility.

The seminar was led by Dr. Rod Walters, DA, LAT, ATC, National Director of Athlete Safety, with support and product education provided by Luis Derosa, Account Manager for SAM Medical.

Athletic trainers gained advanced experience using a wide selection of Hartwell Medical FASPLINT® and EVAC-U-SPLINT® products, along with a variety of SAM Medical Splints, reinforcing best practices in immobilization and emergency response. Dr. Walters covered critical topics including airway management, splinting and immobilization, and other advanced technical processes essential for on-field and sideline care.

The session concluded with hands-on simulations and skills station labs, emphasizing a variety of athletic trauma assessment protocols designed to mirror real game-day emergencies. A collaborative and impactful day dedicated to advancing education, preparedness, and athlete safety.

01/12/2026

Scary moments on the opening lap of the 2026 Super Motocross Series in Anaheim last Saturday night. We’re relieved to share the good news that Justin Barcia is okay following a frightening crash that initially raised concerns of a serious injury.

The Alpinestars medical crew responded quickly and professionally, carefully assisting Justin off the track using the Hartwell Medical CombiCarrierII to ensure his safety and stabilization.

Justin later shared a positive update on his condition, and like the entire racing community, we are incredibly thankful.

From all of us at Hartwell Medical, we wish Justin a full and speedy recovery. 💪🏽🏁

01/01/2026

12/23/2025

As the year comes to a close, we’re grateful for the trust, partnerships, and shared purpose that continue to move us forward. From all of us at Hartwell Medical, we wish you a joyful holiday season and a bright year ahead.

11/19/2025

🚑 Hartwell Medical is headed to Fort Worth for the 40th Anniversary Texas EMS Conference! Join us November 23–24, 2025 as we help celebrate four decades of EMS excellence—Texas style.

We’ll have our full lineup of splinting and immobilization devices ready for hands-on demos. Find Hartwell Medical at Booth #604, right beside our sister company SAM Medical. Swing by, say hello, and check out the gear built to keep you mission-ready.

10/31/2025

As Halloween approaches, we want to start with a shining educational reminder to stay safe—whether you’re out trick-or-treating, enjoying festivities with friends and family, or simply navigating the darker evenings. Keep an eye out for little ghouls crossing the street, stay aware of your surroundings, and make sure those costumes don’t block your vision or mobility.

A little caution helps keep the holiday fun for everyone. Whether you’re dressing up, handing out candy, or heading into the night for your own adventures, we encourage everyone to keep their wits about them. After all, when the lights flicker and you hear footsteps echoing down an empty hallway… it’s probably nothing. Probably.

Happy Halloween from your friends at Hartwell Medical! 🎃👻

10/20/2025

Hartwell Medical is Headed to EMS World Expo, Oct 20th-24th – Visit Us at Booth #810

Join us for live, hands-on demos of our life-saving innovations, including:

– CombiCarrierII® – The trusted hybrid backboard and scoop stretcher solution.

– FASPLINT® and EVAC-U-SPLINT® – Complete vacuum splinting systems for both extremity and full-body immobilization, from pediatric to adult patients.

– And more – explore our full lineup of cutting-edge emergency medical products designed to improve care in the field.

We can’t wait to see you!

09/17/2025

We’re excited to see you at Mohegan Sun in Connecticut, September 24–27! Visit Hartwell Medical at booth #242 to meet the team and try out the latest in patient handling, splinting, and immobilization with hands-on demonstrations of the CombiCarrierII, EVAC-U-SPLINT, and FASPLINT.

06/25/2025

🚨 Headed to the NATA Conference June 25–26? Come see us at Booth #2527!

Hartwell Medical will be showcasing the latest in splinting and immobilization with hands-on product trials you won’t want to miss:

✅ FASPLINT® and EVAC-U-SPLINT® systems
✅ The CombiCarrierII® – our USA-made scoop stretcher for fast, safe patient handling
✅ SAM Medical products
✅ Slishman Gen2 Traction Splint

We’re proud to support athletic trainers with smarter tools for emergency response and patient handling — because when every second counts, your equipment should deliver.

📍 Visit Booth #2527 at NATA and experience the difference for yourself!

06/16/2025

Headed to the PHATS/SPHEM Hockey Summit in Orlando? We are and we couldn't be more excited. We'll be there June 20th - 21st!

When it comes to athletic trainers in hockey, speed and precision matter — both on and off the ice. That’s why Hartwell Medical is proud to the first line of care. Visit us at the summit to get hands-on with our EVAC-U-SPLINT® and FASPLINT® systems — trusted tools for fast, effective stabilization of ankle, knee, and extremity injuries, right at rinkside.

We’re also showcasing the CombiCarrierII®, our USA-made, innovative scoop stretcher. See for yourself how it’s improving getting an athlete off the ice and onto the cot. We’re here to support hockey athletic trainers with smarter patient handling devices and splinting and immobilization solutions.