Preparing for Large Scale Events with Susan Schiller

World Extreme Medicine Podcast

Susan Schiller holds the rank of Deputy Superintendent for Boston Emergency Medical Services (BEMS) and has over 30 years’ experience as a critical care medic and clinical researcher. In 2011 she was promoted to Shift Commander overseeing tactical operations in the field. She is the recipient of numerous awards including, the Pozen Paramedic of the Year award for exemplary medical care; the Lashman Humanitarian Award for exemplifying compassionate care; is a 3-time recipient of the Unit Citation for extraordinary action in the line of duty; and is a 7-time recipient of the Pre-Hospital Save Medal for extraordinary resuscitation in the austere environment.

Susan is a former adjunct faculty member of clinical training for the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences and is currently adjunct faculty for the Boston Medical Center’s ACGME EMS Fellowship. She has lectured nationally and internationally on multiple pre-hospital subjects including the response to the Boston Marathon Bombings. She holds a dual bachelor’s degree in biology and Philosophy from Clark University, and a master’s degree in Homeland Security from Northeastern University.

Susan talks to host Stephen P Wood about planning for large scale events, and how communication, and training is key in how to respond when in progress.