Do flight attendants verify the medical credentials of volunteer medical personnel?

Flight attendants do not verify the medical credentials of volunteer medical personnel because it is not required by aviation regulations or standard operating procedures. When a medical emergency occurs during a flight, flight attendants may request assistance from any passengers who identify themselves as medical professionals, but verifying their credentials can be impractical in the time-sensitive nature of an emergency situation. Instead, flight crews are trained to manage medical incidents to the best of their ability and may rely on guidance from ground medical advisors while prioritizing the safety and health of all passengers on board.

In practice, this approach facilitates a quicker response to emergencies without the added barrier of credential verification, enabling any qualified individual to provide potentially life-saving assistance when needed.