Abstract: A new and improved patient shifting aid and method of using same for assistance in transferring of reclining patients normally unable to propel themselves between patient supports, for example, a stretcher and bed. The patient is essentially placed on a flexible plastic shifting slab having a low friction coefficient for relatively easy sliding and minimizing the direct application to the patient of any shifting force, as well as easily enabling sliding the shifting slab under a patient. While the plastic slab is flexible, the slab is strong enough to enable normal lifting of a patient by two or more persons. In addition, patient X-rays may be taken through the shifting slab further reducing patient handling.