03/09/2026
The UPMC Jameson Health Care Foundation is proud to announce the funding and purchase of a new Automated Compression System for the UPMC Jameson Emergency Department. This state-of-the-art device automatically administers chest compressions on a patient during a cardiac arrest, replacing the need for full-time chest compressions by medical professionals and instead allowing them to focus on treating the patient’s underlying condition.
Phil Rozic, Director of Operations at UPMC Jameson, describes the device and its use: “The Automated Compression System will allow our ED staff and other emergency personnel deliver continuous, high-quality CPR for patients in cardiac arrest. It can be deployed in seconds, freeing up other personal from doing chest compressions so they can focus on other areas during codes. Not only that, but there is no such thing as fatigue as the device can run continuously for over an hour.”
Grant funding from the Foundation for the ACS was made possible through the generosity of its donors and reflects the Foundation’s ongoing commitment to providing UPMC Jameson and its health care professionals the tools and support they need to provide the highest quality of treatment and care to our community. To learn more about how you can support the Foundation and initiatives like this, click here: https://upmchorizonfoundation.org/ways-to-give/
