MEMS is a public, non-profit entity and is governed by the Little Rock Ambulance Authority (LRAA). Serving Pulaski and Grant Counties, the cities of Maumelle, Sherwood & Cabot. MEMS covers approximately 1,800 square miles and over 400,000 people.

Since 2001, MEMS has been accredited with the Commission on Accreditation of Ambulance Services (CAAS), which signifies a “Gold Standard” in emergency medical service providers.

MEMS is governed by two appointed boards representing the communities we serve.

• The Little Rock Ambulance Authority (LRAA), the founding body of MEMS, includes representatives from Little Rock and North Little Rock.
• The Joint Emergency Medical Services Commission (JEMS) was established to represent surrounding service areas and includes both appointed and tenured members.

MEMS leadership drives the vision, operations, and performance of the organization. In partnership with our governing boards, they support our teams in the field, prioritize high-quality patient care, and ensure we continue to serve our communities with excellence.

MEMS has grown alongside the communities it serves, shaped not only by innovation but by defining moments that tested the strength of the system.

During a period of uncertainty for the City of Little Rock, tensions surrounding emergency medical services escalated, underscoring the need for a stable, community-focused solution and ultimately leading to the creation of MEMS.

Through change, challenge, and determination, MEMS has remained committed to being Here for Life. Explore the history that made it possible.

MEMS serves a wide, diverse region, from the urban cores of Little Rock and North Little Rock to the surrounding communities that rely on us every day. Our system spans a dynamic mix of high-density city environments, suburban neighborhoods, and rural areas

Across every community we serve, our focus remains the same: delivering reliable, high-quality care when it matters most.

These case studies highlight the work MEMS and our employees have taken part in—showcasing real-world innovation, collaboration, and outcomes that are shaping the future of EMS. Explore how our teams are contributing to research, advancing care, and making an impact beyond the call.