Stretcher Transportation to Medical Appointments
Pre-scheduled stretcher transfers for diagnostics, treatments, and follow-up care — providing stable positioning and professional assistance throughout the journey.
Designed for Treatment Schedules
Many medical appointments are not one-time events. They follow structured treatment plans that depend on reliable arrival, proper positioning, and safe return home.​ Aurevia supports both single appointments and recurring treatment schedules across Toronto and the GTA.
Common Appointment Types We Support
Aurevia provides pre-scheduled, non-emergency stretcher transportation for individuals who require safe positioning and mobility support when attending medical appointments.
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Our services are arranged directly by families, care facilities, or authorized representatives for stable patients who are medically cleared for non-urgent transport.
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We frequently assist with transportation to and from:
- Dialysis appointments
- Chemotherapy and oncology visits
- Radiation therapy sessions
- Cardiology consultations and diagnostic testing
- Diagnostic imaging (MRI, CT scans, X-rays, ultrasound)
- Specialist follow-up appointments
- Pain clinic and chronic care visits
- Post-surgical follow-ups and wound care clinics
- Outpatient procedures and same-day surgeries
- Physiotherapy or rehabilitation sessions requiring stretcher transport
Each transfer is scheduled in advance with consideration for confirmed appointment times, safe patient positioning requirements, and coordinated return transportation where requested.
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Aurevia provides transportation services only. We do not provide medical treatment, clinical care, or emergency response services.
Appointment Transportation & Safety
There are times when traveling by standard vehicle becomes physically demanding or impractical — especially during ongoing treatment or recovery. In these situations, stretcher transportation provides a stable and supported alternative.
Reduced Tolerance for Sitting Upright
Extended appointments and travel time can cause discomfort, fatigue, or strain for individuals who are unable to sit upright for prolonged periods.
Post-Procedure Recovery
After surgery, fracture, or medical stabilization, repositioning and travel require careful handling to avoid unnecessary discomfort.
Increased Fall or Transfer Risk
Entering and exiting a vehicle may involve lifting, stair navigation, or unsupported movement that creates safety concerns at home or at the clinic entrance.
Ongoing Treatment Fatigue
Dialysis, oncology treatments, and chronic care appointments can leave individuals physically depleted — making car travel especially taxing on treatment days.
Oxygen or Mobility Support Needs
When portable oxygen, positioning support, or mobility aids must be managed during transit, professional assistance helps ensure stable movement throughout the trip.
Limited Lifting Support at Home
Family members are often not physically able to provide safe transfers from bed to vehicle without risking injury to themselves or their loved one.
What Makes Stretcher Transport Different from Car Travel
Stretcher transportation is designed to provide full physical support throughout the journey — from the moment movement begins at home until arrival inside the clinic or treatment centre.
Common Appointment Types We Support
Unlike standard passenger vehicles, the stretcher system can be adjusted for comfort and positioning needs. Individuals may remain fully flat or partially elevated with legs extended, depending on tolerance and medical considerations. This flexibility allows supported travel without the need to transfer into a seated vehicle position.
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Bed-to-bed assistance means our crew supports the entire transfer process. This includes careful repositioning from bed or chair onto the stretcher, guided movement through hallways and elevators, secure loading into the vehicle, and assisted entry into the receiving facility. Our clients are never left unattended in corridors or at curbside.
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Upon arrival, transfer completion is acknowledged at the clinic or treatment centre before the crew departs. If a return trip has been scheduled in advance, pickup is coordinated accordingly.
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The difference is not simply the vehicle — it is the level of structured assistance provided throughout the transfer itself.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How much notice is required to schedule appointment transport? We recommend booking at least 24 hours in advance whenever possible. Recurring treatments such as dialysis or oncology appointments can be scheduled in advance to simplify ongoing coordination. Same-day requests may be accommodated based on availability.
Do you wait during the appointment? Our service concludes at handover unless a return transfer has been pre-booked. We do not automatically remain on-site unless waiting time has been arranged in advance.
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Do you provide return transportation after the appointment? Return transport must be scheduled at the time of booking. If a return trip is arranged in advance, pickup timing will be coordinated based on the expected duration of the appointment.
Is this service covered by insurance? Coverage varies depending on individual insurance plans. Families are encouraged to confirm eligibility directly with their provider. Private-pay options are available.
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