Denise Waye, Author at AirCARE1

About Denise Waye

Denise Waye is the Founder and President of AirCARE1. Her career as a critical care registered nurse started in 1994 revealing her many years of experience in the field. She received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree from the University of New Mexico and has worked in a variety of critical care patient settings including ICU, CCU, and the emergency department. Shortly after becoming a flight nurse with another provider, Denise founded AirCARE1 in 2004 on the premise of providing unmatched patient care with a holistic approach along with outstanding customer service.

The Positive Impacts of Practicing Holistic Care
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The Positive Impacts of Practicing Holistic Care

Holistic Care

The Positive Impacts of Practicing Holistic Care

By Denise Waye|2025-02-27T21:03:24+00:00August 14th, 2017|Categories: Holistic Care|

Holistic patient care is an approach that treats the whole person by addressing physical, mental, emotional, and social needs. It has gained significant traction in nursing, emphasizing both scientific grounding and compassionate care. By integrating evidence-based practices with a patient-centered approach, holistic care aims to improve overall well-being and health outcomes. Conventional vs. Holistic Patient Care Modern medicine and nursing have become very specialized. Conventional medicine is limited to medications and surgery, while complementary and alternative medicine includes a wide variety of other treatments such as massage, acupuncture and herbalism. [...]

AirCARE1 to Attend the 2017 Annual CMSA Conference
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AirCARE1 to Attend the 2017 Annual CMSA Conference

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AirCARE1 to Attend the 2017 Annual CMSA Conference

By Denise Waye|2023-09-25T13:16:31+00:00June 21st, 2017|Categories: Company News|

AirCARE1 will be attending the CMSA, Case Management Society of America, conference in Austin, TX June 26th through June 30th. If you'll be attending the event, please stop by our booth and find out why AirCARE1 is a different kind of Air Ambulance. We will be located at booth number 345 and visitors may enter to win a $100 Visa Gift Card! This year's conference will host a great lineup of speakers and exhibitors which we are excited to be a part of! About the 2017 CMSA Conference The 2017 [...]

Denise Waye of AirCARE1 Featured in ITIJ’s Air Ambulance Review
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Denise Waye of AirCARE1 Featured in ITIJ’s Air Ambulance Review

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Denise Waye of AirCARE1 Featured in ITIJ’s Air Ambulance Review

By Denise Waye|2023-08-14T14:21:47+00:00April 25th, 2017|Categories: Company News, Employee Profiles|

Denise Waye, owner and founder of AirCARE1, was featured in the 2016 Air Ambulance Review from ITIJ (International Travel & Health Insurance Journal). The Air Ambulance Review spoke with Denise Waye about the importance of medical experience, business strategy and geographical problem-solving. […]

2017 ACMA Conference in Arizona
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2017 ACMA Conference in Arizona

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2017 ACMA Conference in Arizona

By Denise Waye|2023-09-25T13:24:26+00:00March 12th, 2017|Categories: Company News|

AirCARE1 is a proud support of the ACMA (American Case Management Association). On February 24th, AirCARE1 attended the Annual Arizona Chapter Conference held in Scottsdale, AZ. We would like to thank all the Case Managers for stopping by our display. As we continue to providing you and your patients with the highest level of Air Transport and Commercial Medical Escort Services. The ACMA Arizona Chapter represents case management professionals who live or work in the state of Arizona and offers continuing educational and professional networking opportunities throughout the state. Please [...]

Caring for a Sick or Injured Family Member: 10 Helpful Tips
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Caring for a Sick or Injured Family Member: 10 Helpful Tips

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Caring for a Sick or Injured Family Member: 10 Helpful Tips

By Denise Waye|2024-02-19T18:51:03+00:00January 31st, 2017|Categories: Health|

Providing care for loved ones who are unable to help themselves is a tough job. Whether they are chronically ill or seriously injured with a long recovery period ahead, the task requires resiliency and dedication. At times, it can make the caregiver feel like they lost their old life. Here are ten tips for caring for an ailing family member or friend: 1. Continue on with your own social life as much as possible. As a caregiver, it is easy to feel that you have to be with your [...]

AirCARE1 Presentation at IAG Conference on Innovative Service
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AirCARE1 Presentation at IAG Conference on Innovative Service

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AirCARE1 Presentation at IAG Conference on Innovative Service

By Denise Waye|2023-09-22T20:21:33+00:00November 18th, 2016|Categories: Company News, Medical Transportation|

Denise Waye, founder and President of AirCARE1 presented at the recent International Assistance Group (IAG) held in Berlin, Germany. AirCARE1 is a preferred provider of IAG and provides air ambulance services to the global network of assistance companies that make up the International Assistance Group. Ms. Waye was selected to present AirCARE1’s innovative service they provide to their patients during transport to help reduce the stressors of flight. Utilizing a unique approach to patient care, AirCARE1 provides patients with noise cancelling headsets with therapeutic music as well as hand massages [...]

AirCARE1 Presentation at ITIC Conference in Berlin
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AirCARE1 Presentation at ITIC Conference in Berlin

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AirCARE1 Presentation at ITIC Conference in Berlin

By Denise Waye|2023-09-25T13:14:57+00:00November 18th, 2016|Categories: Company News, Medical Transportation|

Denise Waye, founder and President of AirCARE1 presented at the recent International Travel Insurance Conference (ITIC) held in Berlin, Germany. The ITIC & Health Insurance Conferences are focused exclusively on the global travel and health insurance industry. From underwriters to brokers, insurers to assistance companies, cost containment providers, hospitals, air ambulances and actuaries to intermediaries, ITIC events draw senior industry figures from around the globe and across the entire professional spectrum of the phenomena that is worldwide provision of travel health insurance services. Ms. Waye’s presented twice at the Berlin [...]

AirCARE1 has been Certified as a Woman Owned Business by the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council
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AirCARE1 has been Certified as a Woman Owned Business by the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council

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AirCARE1 has been Certified as a Woman Owned Business by the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council

By Denise Waye|2023-06-28T15:34:59+00:00November 17th, 2016|Categories: Company News, Press Release|

Being the sole owner of AirCARE1 since 2014, Ms. Denise Waye has led her company to become a certified National Women's Business Enterprise. ALBUQUERQUE, NOVEMBER 22, 2016 - AirCARE1 has been certified as a woman owned business by the Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC). AirCARE1, a long range air ambulance provider utilizing Learjet 35A's to transport ill patients to domestic and international destinations, was founded in 2005 by Denise Waye, a critical care nurse and her partner, a pilot who was a retired Air Force Colonel. Ms. Waye and [...]

AirCARE1 Featured in CareManagement Journal

By Denise Waye|2024-12-17T20:18:34+00:00November 1st, 2016|Categories: Case Management, Company News|

Denise Waye, owner and founder of AirCARE1, was featured in the September Issue of CareManagement. CareManagement is the official journal of the Academy of Certified Case Managers and Commission for Case Manager Certification. Ms. Waye wrote a piece for the journal titled “Navigating the World of Air Ambulance” which covers a range of topics including: Types of Air Ambulance aircraft How to choose a provider How to identify a broker How to ask the right questions Insurance considerations How transportation works […]

AirCARE1 to Speak at ITIC Conference in Berlin
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AirCARE1 to Speak at ITIC Conference in Berlin

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AirCARE1 to Speak at ITIC Conference in Berlin

By Denise Waye|2023-09-25T13:21:46+00:00October 25th, 2016|Categories: Company News|

Denise Waye, owner and founder of AirCARE1 will be presenting a unique case study at the International Travel Insurance Conference in Berlin (ITIC) in November, regarding a medical repatriation from Peru to California. This transport proved to be both logistically and medically challenging. Ms. Waye will be discussing the hurdles that were faced before and during the transport and how AirCARE1 overcame these obstacles to complete a successful mission. Stay tuned to see and hear updates on her presentation!