SMD

The Sozial Medizinische Dienst Österreich (SMD) is an Austrian service organisation dedicated to helping people live healthier, safer lives. Its team of trained emergency responders and medical professionals provides support around the clock, with services spanning emergency response, patient transport and medical assistance in crisis situations. The SMD offers ambulance services, non-emergency patient transfers, intensive care transports, repatriation for travellers, event medical cover and search-and-rescue dog services. It also provides psychosocial crisis intervention and other forms of social support.

Education is an important part of the organisation’s work. The SMD runs first-aid courses and training for emergency medical personnel, including paramedics and emergency paramedics. It also offers a nine-month civilian service placement that includes state-recognised paramedic training, as well as opportunities for voluntary participation and membership. Based in Austria, the organisation operates from locations in Vienna and Aspang-Markt. Through its medical services, training programmes and community involvement, the SMD aims to provide practical help and strengthen public safety.