Pragmatic Paramedics

In this podcast, Dennis @thevascularguy shares valuable insights on IV access, discussing psychology of starting IVs, best practices, and infection prevention. The discussion covers ethical considerations, sterile practices, and optimizing vein access in critical EMS situations. They also explore the impact of ultrasound in healthcare and emphasize building patient relationships and medical education.

Join Aaron and Jason as they chat with Dennis, @thevascularguy, about the importance of IV access in EMS. They cover topics like ED and EMS relationships, selecting the best catheter, and breaking down information silos in healthcare. Dennis shares valuable insights on optimizing IV sizes and adapting to new techniques, emphasizing the need for collaborative efforts among healthcare professionals.

In this episode of PragChat, Aaron and Jason sit down with Dr. Jeremy Kaswer and discuss REBOA. REBOA has been a hot topic recently due to a recent paper that presented some new information concerning patient outcomes. Dr. Kaswer discusses what REBOA is, how it works, why it could become a valuable tool in trauma, and other aspects.  Dr. Kaswer a surgical critical care fellow at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and a flight surgeon with the 28th ECAB in the Pennsylvania Army National Guard. He worked EMS during medical school and continues to volunteer as a lieutenant with the Avon Fire Department and EMT with New Hartford Volunteer Ambulance.  Thanks to Dr. Kaswer for taking time out of his busy schedule to talk with us and if you’re not following him, check out his Instagram and LinkedIn. Follow the PragMedics on Instagram and Twitter. 

This is the second episode in our education series with Max Dodge, where we discuss education and standards for EMS and why they’re so important to the growth of the industry. Currently, the highest level of practice for paramedics to attain is literally paramedic. Talk about a ceiling. Sure you can improve your skill set and be a better medic but there’s nothing formal after medic. Even FP-C, as much as some people want to believe that it’s a step above a “regular” medic isn’t truly a “higher” achievement. It’s more of a sub specialty. That said, we are advocating that if you’re a medic that you work toward a degree. At this stage I’m happy with an associates but if you have the wherewithal to get a bachelors or can even find a decent school - do so. Thanks for listening and as always, let us know what you think! Thanks to Max for taking time out of his busy schedule to talk with us and if you’re not following him - go on over and give his page a look. Follow the PragMedics on Instagram and Twitter. 

In this episode of PragChat, Aaron and Jason talk with Max Dodge about paramedic education.  We discuss the reasons why we should have different levels of degrees and the reasons why they are important. We also discuss why EMS should be professionalized and how that process looks. We had a great chat with Max about this topic and how we can help influence change within our profession. It is a needed discussion and we look forward to having Max back on the show. Thanks for listening and as always, let us know what you think! Thanks to Max for taking time out of his busy schedule to talk with us and if you’re not following him - go on over and give his page a look. Follow the PragMedics on Instagram and Twitter. 

Disruptive Ranger, an expert in use of force, body-worn cameras, and carrying firearms, dives into arming EMS providers for active shooter situations. They explore the debate, practicality, risks, and ethical considerations. The podcast also covers situational awareness in EMS, communication challenges, patient interactions, and the importance of maintaining vigilance and accountability in emergency response.

Pragmatic Paramedics chat with the Disruptive Ranger, a full-time ranger who is a paramedic, wildland firefighter, and law enforcement officer. Topics include scene safety, violent patients, carrying on shift, self-defense legalities for first responders, safety in emergency response, rethinking age requirements in professional fields, and the crucial role of body cameras in emergency services.

Welcome to the third episode of Monday Morning Medic! In this series of episodes, Jason, Aaron, and Chris Rosa sit down and talk about real life calls and patients that we or our special guests have had. We discuss treatments and outcomes to help learn from real-world cases. In this episode, Aaron, Jason and Chris sit down with Mike from the World’s Okayest Medic podcast and talk about a neonate code he ran a few years back. It is a great call that we sit down and dissect with tons of lessons learned and fun to be had by all. This episode is about one of the craziest type of calls we can run and Mike knocked it out of the park. So strap in and listen to this great episode and start getting prepared for your next neonate call with the experience learned from Mike!  If you have a patient that you would like to discuss, let us know! We would love to talk about patients and improving patient care with our listeners. Let us know what you think and if there are any topics that you'd like to discuss. Check out Mike Carunchio, also known as the World's Okayest Medic on Instagram or on any podcatcher. Search for the World's Okayest Medic Podcast and it will be well worth your time and listening pleasure! Follow the PragMedics on Instagram and Twitter. You can find Chris on Instagram.

In this episode, the Pragmatic Paramedics, Aaron and Jason, sit down with Nick Petroski and discuss different career paths for medics. Nick is a flight medic and close protection medic in Northern Virginia who has a different career path than most medics. We discussed different ideas and ways for medics to expand their careers. If you are interested in expanding your medic career outside the box, this episode has a wealth of knowledge to help you do just that.    If you have any questions or thoughts, DM Jason on IG or Nick P on LinkedIn. The company talked about in the episode is Emergility and they can be found on Facebook, Twitter, and IG.  Follow the PragMedics on Instagram and Twitter. 

Welcome to the first episode of Monday Morning Medic! In this series of episodes, Jason and Aaron, along with special guest Chris Rosa sit down and talk about real life calls and patients that we have had. We discuss treatments and outcomes to help learn from real-world cases.   This episode of Monday Morning Medics is a conversation about a worst case, once in a career patient. The patient is a woman who is 30 weeks pregnant with a saddle PE.  We talk with Darren, a Canadian critical care/flight paramedic about the logistics and treatment of this patient. This is a great conversation about one of the most difficult patients a medic could ever see.  If you have a patient that you would like to discuss, let us know! We would love to talk about patients and improving patient care with our listeners. Let us know what you think and if there are any topics that you'd like to discuss. Darren can be found on Instagram! Follow the PragMedics on Instagram and Twitter. You can find Chris on Instagram.