In the latest installment of his Jerusalem Post interview, Eli Beer, Founder and President of United Hatzalah, highlighted how the organization is continuing to push the boundaries of emergency response through the strategic integration of drone technology. "A lot of new things are coming out of United Hatzalah," he said. "We are an innovation center."
Beer revealed that United Hatzalah now operates a specialized unit equipped with 25 drones, each designed to enhance situational awareness and expand the organization’s rescue capabilities. These aren't just for surveillance, as he noted that their advanced technology can also physically assist in rescues, including lifting or transporting individuals. "If someone's drowning somewhere, we could send the drone to rescue him and pull him out of the water," Beer explained.
Describing United Hatzalah as an "innovation center," Beer expressed pride in the organization's role as a proving ground for life-saving technologies. He welcomed the fact that other entities are increasingly looking to copy these ideas, viewing this trend as a positive development for global emergency services.
"I like to be first," Beer remarked, emphasizing the organization's commitment to continuous improvement. While he modestly noted that United Hatzalah did not invent the ambulance itself, he underscored that by consistently pioneering new tools and methods, the organization remains at the forefront of transforming emergency care delivery, one innovation at a time.
Written in collaboration with United Hatzalah