Our STARS Patients
It doesn’t matter who you are. It doesn’t matter where you are. If you need critical care, our mission is to be there for you in whatever capacity we can help. Every one of our VIPs — Very Important Patients — has a unique story of how STARS was their best hope in a worst-case scenario. We are honoured to share some of their inspirational stories here.
If you are one of our VIPs and would like to meet your crew or share your story, please email us at vip@stars.ca.
Sean Rickards
When Sean Rickards became wedged between a semi-truck and an earthmover, it nearly ended his life, but teamwork and skill by everyone who responded fought numerous odds and gave him the second chance he deserved.
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Brandon Hemerle
Brandon Hemerle was on a cattle drive when the horse he was riding spooked and fell down an embankment, landing with Brandon underneath. Brandon’s back was severely injured, resulting in a STARS response.
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Emma Menyer
Emma Menyer and a friend were travelling home after a long weekend vacation. Emma was resting in the back of the car when they were struck by a train. Due of the severity of her injuries and the risk of travelling by ground with a fractured neck, STARS was called.
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Broc Higginson
After passing out while on a family vacation, Broc Higginson was rushed to a local hospital. After discovering that undiagnosed brain tumours had triggered a seizure, STARS was called to rapidly transport Broc to a major hospital for neurosurgery.
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Christine Aarsby
For Christine Aarsby, the birth of her daughter Addy had been planned as a joyous day for her and her family. Moments after Addy was born via C-section, the situation worsened after Christine suffered a rare complication.
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