RPM and Prometheus Medical International lead workshop on Search & Rescue medicine in Kochi

Kochi, India, July 16, 2025

Prometheus Medical International (PMI), one of the world’s leading providers of pre-hospital emergency medical training and a subsidiary of Response Plus Medical Services (RPM) – a leading provider of pre-hospital emergency medical services in the Middle East, in collaboration with India-based Educare Institute of Dental Sciences, successfully conducted a comprehensive Search and Rescue (SAR) Medicine workshop in Kochi.

A landmark event aiming to enhance medical readiness and community resilience, the workshop brought together international experts, healthcare professionals, and disaster management officials.

The workshop was led by experts, including Prof. Richard M Lyon, Chief Medical Officer of Prometheus Medical International; Jez Harwood, Clinical Operations Manager at PMI MENA; and Ralph Michael A. Ignacio, NREMT-Paramedic and Combat Medic Instructor. Prof Richard also demonstrated the importance of pre-hospital care in disaster management with examples from real life situations.

The workshop concluded with a Q&A session and a certificate distribution ceremony led by Dr Rohil Raghavan, CEO of Response Plus Holding PJSC, and Prof. Richard Lyon. In his comments, Dr Rohil said: “In today’s world, the ability to respond swiftly and effectively to emergencies is vital. Through such strategic endeavours focused on Search and Rescue, we are building a foundation of knowledge and preparedness that empowers local communities and saves lives.”