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STARS: Life-Saving Missions and Community Impact | 

Growing the Future Podcast S7 E9 

In this episode of 'Growing the Future Podcast,' host Dan Aberhart chats with Darren Entner, the Clinical Operations Manager at STARS in Regina. 

They dive into the vital role STARS plays in providing critical care in remote areas through air rescue missions. 

Dan also discusses his personal mission to raise $50,000 for STARS by participating in the 'Rescue on the River' campaign. 

With over 11 daily missions and nearly 4,000 in one year alone, the life-saving work of STARS is monumental. 

Discover how community support and innovative healthcare are making extraordinary impacts in rural Canada. 

00:00 Welcome to Growing the Future Podcast 

00:30 Personal Mission: Rescue on the River Campaign 

02:01 Introducing the Guest: Darren Entner from STARS 

04:11 Darren's Journey with STARS 

07:54 The Evolution and Impact of STARS 

14:25 Cutting-Edge Technology and Operations 

16:27 Mission Types and Procedures 

19:39 Scene Calls and Coordination 

21:35 Critical Care Logistics and Communication 

22:13 Challenges and Differences Across Provinces 

22:37 Manitoba's Unique Circumstances 

24:58 Mission Statistics and Busy Seasons 

27:44 Impactful Patient Stories 

31:48 Fundraising and Community Support 

34:02 Rescue on the River Event 

39:19 Concluding Remarks and Gratitude

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