About the Owners
CareRide Non-Emergency Transport: Your Trusted Medical Transportation Solution
Richard Weatherby is a seasoned professional with 15 years of invaluable experience in the EMS service industry. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated unwavering commitment and expertise in patient transport, including specialized bariatric transport. Richard has diligently served in various capacities, including as an EMS practitioner and as a dedicated state employee, lending his skills to the prestigious University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. His profound compassion and deep affection for this profession fuel his fervent aspiration to deliver medical transportation services under the banner of his latest venture, CareRide Non-Emergency Transportation. His heartfelt dedication to aiding others, born from both his experience and a true wellspring of empathy, defines the very essence of his mission.
In a complementary light, Tracy Derstein-Weatherby, business partner and spouse, emerges as an accomplished entrepreneur, sculpting her acumen since her early adulthood. Tracy's professional odyssey is punctuated by her adept management of multiple enterprises. Notably, she has led the helm of an Automotive Sales business for an impressive 16 years, demonstrating an innate flair for business strategies. Moreover, her prowess extends to the domain of new home construction, where her proficiency has thrived for 8 years, cementing her reputation as an expert. It's also noteworthy that Tracy's competence transcends business sectors; for 24 years, she has served as a licensed Realtor, consistently exceeding client expectations through her exceptional service.
The convergence of Richard and Tracy's remarkable experiences creates a powerhouse duo. Their seasoned expertise in wheelchair transport and entrepreneurial zeal not only reflect their prowess in their respective fields but also position them as invaluable assets across various business ventures. Together, they embody a fusion of professional excellence and innovative thinking, poised to make transformative contributions in the Non-Emergency Medical Transportation industry.
Our Services
Broda Traversa Chair
Discover the comfort and convenience of the all-new Broda Traversa Chair, expertly designed to enhance mobility and support during medical transportation services. Experience a new level of care with Broda's innovative solutions tailored for your needs, including specialized options for bariatric transport and wheelchair transport.
Wheelchair & Barriatric Wheelchair
Our medical transportation services specialize in providing safe and compassionate wheelchair transport, including standard and bariatric transport options. Please note that our weight limit for bariatric transport is up to 400 lbs.
Stretcher Chair
Our stretcher transportation services are designed to provide safe and comfortable medical transportation for patients who are unable to sit up. Our vehicles, which include options for bariatric transport and wheelchair transport, are equipped with specialized equipment to ensure that our patients are transported safely and comfortably.
Broda Synthesis Chair
The Broda Synthesis Positioning Wheelchair with WC19 Transport Package is a premium, crash-tested tilt-in-space chair designed for non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT) and advanced clinical positioning. By integrating factory-installed vehicle tie-down points, a crash-tested seatbelt, and a front stabilizer, it allows patients with high positioning needs to travel securely inside wheelchair-accessible vehicles without needing stressful transfers.