Up Close and Critical: CrowdRx at the 42nd RBC Brooklyn Half

The 2024 TCS New York City Marathon

The 2024 TCS New York City Marathon, held on Sunday, November 3, became the world's largest marathon with 55,646 total finishers. The TCS New York City Marathon is one of 60 adult and youth races produced by nonprofit New York Road Runners (NYRR), the iconic race is one of the most inclusive and accessible sporting events in the world, with the first finisher and the final finisher running the same course on the same day. For CrowdRx, it was an opportunity to demonstrate our commitment to athlete safety and provide comprehensive medical services to this historic event.

A Team Effort

Our team, in collaboration with 2,100 medical volunteers and 265 CrowdRx staff, provided comprehensive medical services. This collective effort ensured a robust medical response system, ready to address any potential health issues.

Pre-Race Preparation

Our involvement began long before race day. CrowdRx worked closely with NYRR to develop a comprehensive medical plan, integrating an Incident Command Structure (ICS), tailored specifically for the RBC Brooklyn Half.

Race Day Support

On the day of the race, our experienced medical staff, consisting of emergency medical technicians, paramedics, registered nurses, and emergency physicians, were strategically positioned throughout the racecourse and at the finish line. Our teams, equipped with Quick Response Vehicles (QRVs) and Bike Response Units (BRUs), were ready to respond to any medical emergencies. Fully-equipped medical tents at the finish line served as central hubs for providing immediate care to runners upon completion of the race.

A Multi-Layered Medical Response Network

To effectively cover the expansive race course, we deployed a multi-layered medical response network, including:

• 25 Course Medical Tents strategically positioned along the route
• 20 Bike Response Units for rapid mobile assistance
• 11 UTV Response Teams for swift interventions in critical situations
• 4 Start Line Medical Tents for pre-race medical checks
• 11 Finish Line Medical Tents for post-race care

Seamless Integration with Emergency Services

CrowdRx worked closely with Network Ambulances to ensure seamless coordination and rapid transportation for runners requiring advanced medical attention. This collaboration was crucial in providing timely and effective care.