We built smith ems because event medical coverage wasn’t good enough
Too many events rely on passive, unprepared medics—until something goes wrong. We saw it firsthand and decided to fix it.
And when something happens, you feel it immediately.
THE REALITY AT MANY EVENTS:
Medics who aren’t fully prepared
Not trained for the environment or the demands of live sports.
Slow response when it matters
Delays that can turn a minor situation into a major problem.
Little understanding of the sport
Missed context. Missed plays. Missed opportunities to prevent.
Event staff stepping in to handle it themselves
Putting more on your plate when you already have enough.
Built from Real Experience
Focused on Athlete Safety
Trusted by Event Organizers
Most events rely on medical coverage that isn’t built for real situations.
We built Smith EMS because The system wasn’t working.
We saw firsthand what event coverage actually looked like:
no clear standards, inconsistent expectations, and no accountability.
What we saw wasn’t rare. It was the norm.
SO WE BUILT A SYSTEM THAT WORKS.
What’s actually at risk
When medical coverage falls short, the consequences are real:
LIABILITY INCREASES
when situations aren’t handled properly.
Parents lose trust
when communication is unclear or mishandled.
DELAYS DISRUPT GAMES
and frustrate everyone involved.
YOUR REPUTATION TAKES THE HIT
not the medic company’s.
Most organizers don’t realize the risk—until it becomes their problem.
What Makes Smith EMS Different
Sport Aware Care
We understand gameplay, injury patterns, and real-time decision making.
Active Presence
Medics are positioned, visible, and engaged—not sitting and waiting.
Clear Communication
No confusion. Direct, confident communication between your teams and ours.
Medical Oversight that strengthens every event
Our protocols are guided by experienced emergency physicians—ensuring every medic is trained, prepared, and accountable.
See what reliable medics actually look like
We’ll walk you through exactly how coverage works—ensuring your event runs smoothly.
our core focus:
Helping create safer sporting events across the Twin Cities, Minnesota, and the Greater Midwest.
Our Core Values:
People matter
Build real relationships; value every interaction.
Lead empathy
Understand others deeply; let compassion guide action.
Do more
Exceed expectations at every turn; deliver beyond requirements.
Pursue knowledge
Stay curious; learn and grow continuously.
Embrace competition
Enjoy the game; value all levels of play.
