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An EMS Podcast Unlike All Others! Hosted by Mike Turek (AEMT-P, CIC), Emily Yates (RN, EMT), Gerard Cuomo (AEMT-P),Phil Saunders (AEMT-P) & Butch Smith (AEMT-P). Each month our goal is to offer educational opportunities to EMT’s & Paramedics in a no frills, no holds barred format fusing education with entertainment. You'll get in the heads of four current EMS providers in the most relaxed fashion we can. EMS is a stressful business and many discussions happen between providers in the Ambulan ...
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From the Austin-Travis County EMS System Office of the Medical Director, this blog will cover topics of prehospital care, emergency medicine, tactical medicine, rescue, community paramedicine, disaster response, and public health. Expect to hear medical pearls, the latest research, reviews of anything as it relates to EMS.
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The Paramedic Coach discusses EMS education, NREMT certification, and gives career advice and insight to new EMS providers. EMT Training and Paramedic Training can be very accelerated and students can get left behind. My goal with this podcast is to help students pass school and the NREMT exams. I believe that anyone out there who wants to serve their community as an EMT or Paramedic should be able to do that. My aim is to decrease the failure rates of NREMT exams and help students pass the ...
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The Medic 101 Podcast is a podcast dedicated to all aspects of EMS education at all levels: EMT, AEMT, and Paramedic. The purpose of the Medic 101 Podcast is to assist in educating prehospital providers and prehospital provider students to not only establish a strong foundation in their skills and knowledge base, but also to take their skills and knowledge to the edge of what is possible in the prehospital environment.
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98.7 Chatt Tech…where 98.7 percent of our students earn a career. Chattahoochee Technical College is comprised of eight campuses that serve a six-county area in beautiful North Georgia: Bartow, Cherokee, Cobb, Gilmer, Paulding, Pickens. We’re proud to offer outstanding education and training services as part of the Technical College System of Georgia’s mission of “providing technical, academic and adult education and training focused on building a well-educated, globally competitive workforc ...
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Pass School & NREMT Exams, Go Here: https://www.prepareforems.com Get my EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com All of the NREMT links mentioned in this video: https://nremt.org/Document/Get-Ready-For-The-New-Examinations#ImportantTimelinesAndInformation NREMT's New Podcast: https://nremt.org/Document/Registry-Insider Today is July …
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We consistently see the same teaching habits by the same instructors that are holding onto their past glory. Never striving to get out of their own self built rut. In the follow up to our last episode "Stuck In The Mud" we discuss ways to spice up the classroom, engage adult students, understand the psychology and neurology of education and learnin…
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Ever wonder why EMS education is stagnant, bland, unoriginal & can't seem to prepare students for the taking an EMS job? We discuss the toils of EMS education and the lack of vision within the classroom. Many of us struggled to get through class, and felt completely unprepared to take a job in the field. We consistently see the same teaching habits…
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Conference ResusX:ReVolved: https://www.resusx.com/paramedic-coach Haney Mallemat, MD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/criticalcarenow/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/criticalcarenow What a podcast! After watching a ton of Haney's instagram reels and seeing the high quality medical conversations he was having on his own page, I thought let'…
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A string of strange patient interactions are the source of today's call. Our crew today disregards the basics, but somehow makes it to the hospital without disaster. We discuss a systems RSI protocols as well as facts about a budding overdose culture. Hear from Mike Turek (AEMT-P, CIC), Emily Yates (Flight RN, EMT-B) & Maha Butch (AEMT-P). Join our…
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Heroes Next Door, (Michael Borrello) Email Mike here: watchheroesnextdoor@gmail.com HND YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/HeroesNextDoor HND Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watchheroesnextdoor/ After 24 episodes of The Paramedic Coach podcast, it is time to bring on some guests! My first guest to The Paramedic Coach podcast is my good friend …
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Learn More (Video Vault): https://www.prepareforems.com Get my EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com I dive deep into the heart of what it truly means to begin a career in emergency medical services (EMS) sharing the lessons and reflections I've gathered from my journey as a paramedic and now The Paramedic Coach. From the decisions…
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After seeing a recent JEMS article we had to discuss the idea of an armed EMS provider. This is a can of worms that if opened gives us more questions then answers. We tackle trust and training, need vs desire, agency or individual, cost and legal, and many other subjects in this hot button topic. What is your opinion? Should EMS providers be armed …
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We review a fairly benign call today that has the panel completely stumped! Gerard dives into his past a bit and gives a great lesson on plant life. Oh! And Gerard and the Maha have some strong thoughts on this EMS crews lack of professionalism and capacity to fulfill their job description. Hear from Mike (NYS AEMT-p, CIC), Gerard (NC AEMT-P) & the…
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Learn More (Video Study Course): https://www.prepareforems.com Get my EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com I had to report on yet another important EMS education update from NREMT. The NREMT psychomotor exams for ALS providers such as advanced EMT and Paramedic level exams are being discontinued starting July 1st, 2024. I believe …
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Ever have one of those shifts where nothing seems to go right? Today's Karen found out the hard way that sometimes you must overlook your patients behavior & ask yourself why are they behaving like that. Facts on this case are still being investigated. All commentary is our own & not based on the facts of this case. Joined by Mike (NYS AEMT-P, CIC)…
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Nurses are vital members of professional health care teams. They may work with people of all ages and of varying backgrounds to promote good health, participate in the treatment of injured and ill patients, or care for those who are severely disabled or terminally ill. Nurses strive to promote optimum health, alleviate suffering, and help their pat…
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Learn More (Video Study Course): https://www.prepareforems.com Get my EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com The national registry of emergency medical technicians (NREMT) is the certification organization that allows all EMR, EMT, AEMT and Paramedics to become certified. Since NREMT has partnered up with the National Commission on …
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Oh what a way to start the fourth year of the show! This crew scrambles but never actually accomplishes much on their terrifying scene. A few simple oversights and some actual training could have gone a long way to help this mother and infant. Hear from Mike (NY AEMT-P, CIC), Gerard (NC AEMT-P) & Emily (NY EMT-B, RN). Join our Discord Community: ht…
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Paramedicine offers an exciting and challenging career within the Emergency Medical Services field. Paramedics are vital members of the quick-response healthcare team, providing an advanced level of care in the pre-hospital environment under the direction of a physician. Paramedics prioritize patient needs and perform patient assessment, providing …
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The Dental Assisting curriculum at Chattahoochee Tech prepares individuals to assist the dentist in the delivery of dental treatment and to function as an integral member of the dental team while performing chair-side and laboratory procedures as well as related office tasks. Dental Assistants work alongside dentists, hygienists, and patients deliv…
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A paramedic faces a patient with significant shortness of breath and no help! The symptoms are clear, & we can all see the natural progression of this disease process. How does this medic fare by themselves? Listen & find out! Oh! We also get the Phil Foundation on his soapbox! Hear from Mike (NY AEMT-P, CIC), Phil Foundation (NY AEMT-P) & Kelly (C…
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The goal of the Paralegal Studies Program is to train students in legal theory, analytical, communication and adaptation of skills. Paralegals shall not engage in the unauthorized practice of law as proscribed by the Official Code of Georgia, 15-19-51 and must work under the supervision and direction of an attorney in good standing with the State B…
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Learn More (Video Study Course): https://www.prepareforems.com Get my EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com After working with tens of thousands students with the goal of passing the NREMT exam, there are usually four main mistakes the student is making preparing for their NREMT exam. And the strategies I talk about here apply to e…
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What a way to celebrate our 75th episode! The crew reviews a fairly straightforward call that dangles on the fence between an Alpha & Bravo priority. We discuss cardiac rhythms and the PROPER treatment of an EMT student. Hear from Mike (NY AEMT-P, CIC), Maha Butchie (NY AEMT-P), Phil Foundation (NY AEMT-P) & Gerard (NC AEMT-P). Intro Music: http://…
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A BLS crew responds to a chest pain, but chose to stop at a local fast food restaurant on their way there. We discuss the news article, the fallout & more importantly the comments sections of multiple sources, where fellow providers defend & condemn the actions of these providers. Hear from Mike (NY AEMT-P, CIC), Maha Butchie (NY AEMT-P), Phil Foun…
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Learn More (Video Vault Course): https://www.prepareforems.com Get my EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com EMS Educators, increase your student NREMT pass rates here: https://www.videosforems.com/schools EMS like a lot of fast paced professions that have a high degree of responsibility some people get burned out. And that can happ…
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Learn More (Video Vault Course): https://www.prepareforems.com Get my EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com EMS Educators, increase your student NREMT pass rates here: https://www.videosforems.com/schools In EMS education, we always go over the emergent situations and scenarios to make sure we ready when that 911 call comes in. But…
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Learn More (Video Study Course): https://www.prepareforems.com Get my EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com Educators: Increase student NREMT pass rates by using the Video Vault: https://www.videosforems.com/schools When figuring out what first responder career is right for you, many new students get stuck on whether to become a fi…
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Learn More (Video Study Course): https://www.prepareforems.com Get my EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com Educators: Increase student NREMT pass rates by using the Video Vault: https://www.videosforems.com/schools Paramedic school is commonly the second school that an EMS provider will attend. Most people will enter EMS as an EMT…
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Maybe this patient would have just been better off in the hands of a BLS provider. We are all pretty critical of this call, a passive medic and a crew that believes they hear nothing when it just isn't adding up. Sometimes we all just wish we could eat a taco. Hear from Mike (NY AEMT-P, CIC), Maha Butchie (NY AEMT-P), Phil Foundation (NY AEMT-P) & …
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When all you hope is that a simple syncopal episode is just that SIMPLE, and it turns out it never is. However these providers today are fans of the show and take an idea we showcased to help determine what really is causing the issues with their patient. This is one of the cooler episodes that hits close to all of us! Hear from Mike (NY AEMT-P, CI…
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Learn More (Video Study Course): https://www.prepareforems.com Get my EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com Educators: Increase student NREMT pass rates by using the Video Vault: https://www.videosforems.com/schools Going from EMT to Paramedic is the biggest career jump you will make in the EMS profession. EMT class is typically 12…
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Warning! Get your Kleenex ready for this one. We say goodbye to a dear friend of ours and a fan favorite of the show. Then we discuss a topic never before heard on the show. Warning the topic we discuss can be upsetting for some people. Hear from Mike (NY AEMT-P, CIC), Maha Butchie (NY AEMT-P), Phil (NY AEMT-P), Kelsey (NY AEMT-P) & Gerard (NC AEMT…
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Learn More (Video Study Course): https://www.prepareforems.com Get my EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com Educators: Increase student NREMT pass rates by using the Video Vault: https://www.videosforems.com/schools As The Paramedic Coach, the most common questions I get involve passing the NREMT exam. This includes every level of …
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Learn More (Video Study Course): https://www.prepareforems.com Get my EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com Educators: Increase student NREMT pass rates by using the Video Vault: https://www.videosforems.com/schools As you enter Paramedic school you are faced with a decision. Do you pursue the certificate in paramedic studies or th…
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The Maha does not disappoint with a call he brings to the table. For the first time in a long time this patient steers the panel in a very wrong direction. Yet even being majorly wrong the clues were starring us all in the face. Sometimes the Zebra is a Zebra and other times the Zebra is a Leopard. Hear from Mike (NY AEMT-P, CIC), Maha Butchie (NY …
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Learn More (Video Study Course): https://www.prepareforems.com Get my EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com Educators: Increase student NREMT pass rates by using the Video Vault: https://www.videosforems.com/schools The national registry of emergency medical technicians (NREMT) is the body that certifies EMTs and Paramedics in the …
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Issues arise with Airway, Breathing & Circulation with an unresponsive patient. The crew must first discover the root cause of the patient's downfall, but soon make miscalculations. No matter what the crew finds or does they are fighting an uphill battle with their very critical patient. Hear from Mike (NY AEMT-P, CIC), Phil (NY AEMT-P), Emily (NY …
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Learn More (Video Study Course): https://www.prepareforems.com Get my EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com Educators: Increase student NREMT pass rates by using the Video Vault: https://www.videosforems.com/schools I share with you the exact steps how to become a United States EMT or a United States Paramedic. I share with you my …
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The two EMTs on todays call are quick to recognize the problem at hand on this weeks call review. But they are quicker to render aggressive medication treatments to help this patient who without them surely would have suffered from respiratory arrest. Pharmacology is the backbone of todays episode! Hear from Mike (NY AEMT-P, CIC), Phil (NY AEMT-P),…
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The Geriatric population is one of our most frequent patient. In knowing that we had to dedicate an entire episodes discussion to the elderly patient. Med errors, communication and respect and a deep dive into how important asking the right questions and not neglecting your assessments are all discussed in this episode. Hear from Mike (NY AEMT-P, C…
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Learn More (Video Study Course): https://www.prepareforems.com Get my EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com Educators: Increase student NREMT pass rates by using the Video Vault: https://www.videosforems.com/schools These are 5 tips that I would give to a new EMT or a new EMT student. This EMT advice will help you excel as a new EM…
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The special challenge patient at times can be difficult for the EMS provider. In this episode we discuss some of the more frequent special challenge patients, including the obese patient, LVAD patient, and MR patient. Learn techniques to help in the care of these patients as well as a deep dive into how the LVAD device works. Hear from Mike (NY AEM…
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A female is complaining of symptoms that point directly to a cardiac issue. Yet the paramedic deems her not worth their time. These generalized symptoms may come back to haunt providers. We talk abdominal pain, nausea and other GI complaints in this episode. Hear from Mike (NY AEMT-P, CIC), Emily (NY EMT-B, RN), Phil (NY AEMT-P), Gerard (NC AEMT-P)…
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Learn More (Video Study Course): https://www.prepareforems.com Get my EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com Educators: Increase student NREMT pass rates by using the Video Vault: https://www.videosforems.com/schools I wanted to create a video where I could highlight all the different types of jobs and positions EMTs and Paramedic w…
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Learn More (Video Study Course): https://www.prepareforems.com/video Get my EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com/masterclass Educators: Increase student NREMT pass rates by using the Video Vault: https://www.videosforems.com/schools NREMT Article: https://www.nremt.org/News/National-Registry-Adopts-Scaled-Score-Reporting-fo The NR…
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We honor Mental Health Awareness Month on the show today with a great interview with Jessica & Brooke of Operation At Ease! We deep dive into the mission of Operation At Ease, their current mental health programs & how they're able to help First Responders & Corrections Officers in new amazing ways. Hear from Mike (NY AEMT-P, CIC), Jessica (OAE), &…
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Learn More (Video Study Course): https://www.prepareforems.com Get my EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com Educators: Increase student NREMT pass rates by using the Video Vault: https://www.videosforems.com/schools When a new EMT or rookie EMT starts at an ambulance service for the first time, there is a TON of pressure on them to…
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Learn More (Video Study Course): https://www.prepareforems.com Get my EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com Educators: Increase student NREMT pass rates by using the Video Vault: https://www.videosforems.com/schools These are the changes that I would make to EMS on the education and training side of EMS. I would love to hear from y…
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We honor Mental Health Awareness Month on the show today with an interesting call review where a fairly green crew is thrown into a brawl with multiple patients. The tunnel vision and confirmation bias was thick and opportunities were missed to really understand what they had in front of them. Hear from Mike (NY AEMT-P, CIC), Phil (NY AEMT-P), Emil…
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Learn More (Video Study Course): https://www.prepareforems.com Get my EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com Educators: Increase student NREMT pass rates by using the Video Vault: https://www.videosforems.com/schools These EMS mnemonics have shaped the way that I practiced and teach EMTs and Paramedics. When you are in EMT school, y…
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