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Administration And Leadership
Feds Make Sweeping Changes to HIPAA Privacy & Security Rules
The recent changes in the HIPAA privacy and security rules will require EMS agencies to step up compliance efforts, particularly in the areas of training and electronic security.
How EMS Agencies Can Benefit from Healthcare Reform
The Institute for Healthcare Improvement's Triple Aim focuses on three dimensions: the health of a defined population, the experience of an individual and the reduction in per-capita healthcare cost. This article takes a look at EMS organizations making strides in each area.
Drowning in Information … Starved for Knowledge
ZOLL introduces a revolutionary reporting system & pledges to safely share patient data across devices in an effort to give physicians critical real-time information.
EMS Drug Shortages Discussion Gets Intense at 'Eagle Creek' in Dallas
EMS Medical Directors discuss the impact of drug shortages and tightening drug inventory control.
Oklahoma Leads the Way in Evidence-Based EMS
EMS leaders in Oklahoma came together to create a comprehensive set of EMS protocols based on the latest research.
Ferno 2020 Vision Series Asks Visionaries What the Future Holds
The 2020 Vision program, sponsored by Ferno, asks visionaries in the industry to look into the future of EMS and come up with the steps that would be required to turn it into reality.
How to Reduce the Risk of Personnel Narcotics Theft
Every EMS agency is vulnerable to narcotics theft by personnel. Gary Ludwig discusses steps agencies can take to limit the chances of such theft occurring.
Is Coding of Penetrating & Blunt Trauma Arrest Patients Warranted?
Corey Slovis, MD, FACP, FACEP, FAAEM, tells colleagues he feels a position paper is warranted to reduce or stop the unnecessary resuscitation of selected, severely traumatized patients.
Why Crew Resource Management in EMS Is a Must
CRM can help EMS agencies prepare to react properly during motor vehicle collisions and other catastrophes.
Alcohol Cases Significantly Tax EMS Systems
Denver EMS units answer 85,000 calls annually, with many of their responses involve patients with alcohol use and abuse.
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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
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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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