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A.J. Heightman, MPA, EMT-P
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A.J. Heightman, MPA, EMT-P
Editor-in-chief of JEMS, A.J. Heightman is a former EMS director and EMS operations director who has researched and specialized in MCI management training for 30 years.
content by A.J. Heightman, MPA, EMT-P
Boston Makes Us Proud
After years with the efforts and actions of EMS crews going unnoticed or unrecognized by the media, the location and focus of camera at the Boston Marathon educated the world about the benefits of high quality, rapid moving and efficient EMS.
Kevin Brame Receives 2013 James O. Page EMS Achievement Award
The award, sponsored by Physio-Control is named in honor of JEMS Founder James O. Page.
Video: Unscheduled Care & the Future of Reimbursements
When EMS becomes the point of contact for unscheduled care under the Affordable Health Care Act, will your service be at the front of the pack or following far behind?
Book Review: Alright, Let's Call it a Draw; The Life of John Pryor
Former trauma program director was killed by an enemy mortar in Iraq on Christmas morning of 2008.
What Will Drive Healthcare Payment in the Future?
To get paid for calls in the future, EMS needs to work on its public relations in the present.
Product Connect
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Minto Fracture Kit
A compact, MOLLE-equipped pack designed for rapid field response for the treatment of most extremity fractures, dislocations and joint injuries. Fractures can be splinted in position found! Disaster preparedness and surge capacity available!
Sager Extreme Compact Bilateral Emergency Traction Splint
The Compact Sager Alternative! Treats proximal third and mid-shaft femoral fractures. Radio-lucent,universal: fits adult or child,treats unilateral or bilateral fractures. Rapid one-person assembly/application. Compact, robust, and lightweight.
SEFRS (Sager Emergency Fracture Response System)
Your complete fracture response system! Features a compact Sager Traction Splint, an Adaptor
Featured Careers & Jobs in EMS
Articles
Day 4: Where in the World (of EMS) is A.J.?
A.J. explores a compact CT scanner and point-of-care-laboratory and telemedicine system... More >
Videos- Culture of Safety Draft Document
- Video: Demanding Safety
- Video: Factors of Risk
- Video: Integrated EMS
- Rural Example of Community Medicine
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EMS Airway Clinic
Innovation & Progress
Follow in the footsteps of these inspirational leaders of EMS.
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60 Hospitalized After Connecticut Commuter Trains Collide
Five people have critical injuries in derailment outside of Fairfield.
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EMT Student, Pediatrician Save Hit & Run Victim in New Jersey
EMT student helped accident victim while awaiting emergency responders.
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Georgia Teen Seeks EMT Who Helped Save Her 13 Years Ago
Teen wants to thank hero EMT after 13 years.
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Exodus of Paramedics Cause D.C. Staffing Concerns
53 have left since Kenneth Ellerbe became chief in 2011.
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Connecticut Commuter Trains Collide
Five people have critical injuries in derailment outside of Fairfield.
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Photos from RETTMobil: German Boxer
Photos of the German Boxer armored ambulance on display at RETTmobil.
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Photos from RETTmobil: Ambulances on the Show Floor
A.J. Heightman takes you on a tour of the RETTmobil show floor.
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VividTrac offered by Vivid Medical - EMS Today 2013
VividTrac, affordable high performance video intubation device.
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Field Bridge Xpress ePCR on iPad, Android, Kindle Fire
Sneak peek of customizable run forms & more.
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