Mission

Our mission is to foster sense of place and pride within our community. We do this by providing citizens and visitors in Oglethorpe County with the highest quality of life support services and most aggressive pre-hospital emergency care possible..

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Jason Lewis
EMS Director

Contact Information

Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 262
Lexington, GA 30648

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Physical Address:
891-892 Athens Rd
Crawford, GA 30630

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Phone:

(706) 743-8850

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Hours of Operation:
24 Hours, 7 Days

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I call 911?

The person's condition is life-threatening (for example, the person is having a heart attack or severe allergic reaction) The person's condition could become life-threatening on the way to the hospital Moving the person could cause further injury (for example, in case of a neck injury or motor vehicle accident) The person needs the skills or equipment of paramedics Traffic conditions or distance might cause a delay in getting the person to the hospital



What hospital does Oglethorpe County EMS transport patients?

The following are the hospitals that Oglethorpe County EMS transport patients: Piedmonth Athens - Athens, GA St. Mary's Hospital - Athens, GA Elbert Memorial Hospital - Elberton, GA Wills Memorial Hospital - Washington, GA



Where is the EMS Station located?

Oglethorpe County EMS has one station located in the center of county.



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