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Gary Ludwig, MS, EMT-P

Gary Ludwig, MS, EMT-P

is a deputy fire chief with the Memphis (TN) Fire Department. He has over 35 years of fire, EMS, and rescue experience. He is also the immediate past Chair of the EMS Section for the IAFC. He can be reached at www.garyludwig.com.

content by Gary Ludwig, MS, EMT-P

Treat Everyone with Respect

Your agency’s janitor deserves your respect just as much as your boss.

Safety For All

The safety of all firefighters and emergency response personnel is imperative.

Seven Components to Implement Change

McKinsey 7S model could resolve any weaknesses within your agency.

Find Your Ambulance Number

Use the Queuing Theory to determine how many rigs you should have in service.

EMS Misses Chance for Health-Care

Columnist Gary Ludwig believes EMS sat on their hands during debate for health-care reform when they should have been advocating for change.

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