Texas summers are no joke. With August temperatures regularly soaring into the triple digits, stepping outside—let alone getting behind the wheel after a medical procedure—can be risky. If you’re scheduled for outpatient surgery, pain injections, or other medical appointments this time of year, it’s important to think beyond just your recovery… and consider how you’re getting there and back.
At Amera, we help patients nationwide as well as here in Texas, including Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, Austin, Beaumont, Corpus Christi, and the surrounding areas. Our team ensures patients stay safe and comfortable with professional medical transportation, even during the hottest months of the year.
The Dangers of Summer Driving After a Procedure
After any outpatient procedure involving anesthesia, sedation, or pain medication, you’re not allowed to drive yourself home. But in extreme heat, even waiting outside for a ride or navigating a hot parking lot can add unnecessary stress to your recovery.
Here’s what you might be up against in August:
- Overheated cars with triple-digit interiors
- Dehydration risks, especially after fasting or sedation
- Drowsiness and dizziness made worse by the heat
- Limited mobility when you’re groggy or recovering
Even rideshare services like Uber or Lyft can leave you waiting in the sun or struggling to explain your medical needs to a driver who isn’t trained in patient care.
Amera Offers a Safer Way Home
Whether you’re recovering from a colonoscopy, cataract surgery, pain injection, or another outpatient procedure, Amera provides transportation that’s built for your safety and comfort. Here’s how we make it easier to stay cool, and cared for:
Nurse or CNA-Led Transportation
Our drivers are trained healthcare professionals… not just drivers. They understand how to assist patients who may be groggy, weak, or disoriented after a procedure.
Air-Conditioned, Reliable Pickups
We arrive on time, so you’re not standing outside in the heat waiting for a ride. Our vehicles are always cool and ready when you are.
Support from Start to Finish
Need help signing out? A hand with mobility or a wheelchair? Our team is here to assist, not just drop you at the curb.
Booking Made Easy
Reserve your ride in advance online or by phone—no app confusion or last-minute scrambling.
Serving You Across Texas and Beyond
We proudly serve:
- Houston and surrounding communities
- Dallas and Fort Worth
- San Antonio and nearby suburbs
- Austin metro area
- Beaumont and coastal regions
- Corpus Christi and surrounding South Texas areas
- Partners Nationwide
Wherever your appointment is, Amera helps you get there and back… comfortably, safely, and without the added stress of the summer heat.
Book Your Ride Today
Texas heat doesn’t have to complicate your healthcare. Whether it’s surgery, a screening, or a pain management visit, don’t risk driving yourself or relying on a rideshare that’s not equipped to help.
Call 855.263.7215 or click here to schedule your outpatient medical transportation today.
About the Author:
Dr. LuzElena Rivers is the CEO and founder of Amera. With over 18 years of experience leading healthcare innovation, she’s passionate about making access to outpatient care safer and more comfortable, especially during Texas’s most extreme weather seasons.
