In the aftermath of Hurricane Ian’s unexpected Category 5 landfall in Florida, the evacuation of Golisano Children’s Hospital became a critical operation, highlighting the challenges and heroism of transport medicine teams. Phyllis Hendry, MD, FAAP, FACEP, a key figure in pediatric emergency care and transport services, sheds light on the complexities of pediatric transport, the necessity of community-based response, and the lessons learned from this harrowing event.
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