Pragmatic Paramedics

This week, the PragMedics chat with Dr. Mike Simpson on a variety of topics.  Dr. Mike Simpson is a former Ranger, Special Forces Medic, JSOC Augmentee, and current ER physician.  We discuss gear, different setup options, trauma, hypothermia prevention, and a multitude of other topics.  This is an awesome conversation that has a ton of great information!  Thanks for listening and have a great week! Check out Dr. Simpson at his website and his podcast, Mind of the Warrior!  He is also on IG with tons of content @drmikesimpson! Please check us out of Facebook, Twitter, and IG! As always, we want to thank our supporters: Black Wolf Helicopters. SayAgainOver, and finally Pelican, but also and more importantly to our listeners.  

PragMedics chat with Andy Fisher and Jonathon "Scooby" Friedman about two big announcements on Facebook Live! The PragMedics are adding some new content and looking to adding even more content in the future! Check it out and we are excited about where we are headed in the future! Check out Andy Fisher on Instagram at @fisherad1 and Scooby on Facebook on the Saint Fisher Church of EBM page and group!  As always, we want to thank our supporter: Black Wolf Helicopters. SayAgainOver, and finally Pelican, but also and more importantly to our listeners.

The PragMedics sit down with Matthew Heneghan, author of the book A Medics Mind. Matt tells us about why he chose to write the book and gives an in-depth look into his life as a military medic, his transition to civilian paramedicine, and finally life beyond. It is a gripping story. However, he is a funny and articulate man whose sense of humor made him one of our favorite guests. Oh, and by the way, we chat briefly about how he manages PTSD and sobriety. As always, we want to thank our supporter: Black Wolf Helicopters. SayAgainOver, and finally Pelican, but also and more importantly to our listeners.

In this episode, the PragMedics sit down with Dr. Tania Glenn and discuss PTS and some treatment options for PTS.  Lane Abshire also joins us and talks about some treatments that Dr. Glenn worked through with him after an incident.  Dr. Glenn is a leader in PTS treatments for veterans and first responders.  She has over 28 years of experience working with PTS patients and is a true supporter of first responders.  She has authored four books to help those with PTS and numerous peer-reviewed articles. Give this episode a listen and let us know what you think! Check out Dr. Glenn on her website and her books on Amazon! Check out the PragMedics website and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram! As always, check out the supporters of the show MyMedic, RTIC, BlackWolf Helicopters, and our new supporter Say Again Over! Check out Say Again Over for all your morale patch needs and keep an eye out for the PragMedics line of patches!

Back at it again with Kevin Hazzard, author of A Thousand Naked Strangers, however, this time we have video and discuss the True Believer, Tourist, and the Killer!! Also, pants are optional. For the video, check out our YouTube channel!  Thanks for listening and stay safe!

This week, the PragMedics rerelease the sit down with Dr. Michael Lauria to discuss Situational Awareness and the EMS provider.  Dr. Lauria is an accomplished provider who has volunteered as an EMT while in college, became a Pararescueman in the Air Force, then a flight paramedic with DHART, and now a current medical resident in New Mexico. We discussed how situational awareness pertains to the EMS provider and variety of other topics, to include his thoughts checklists and simulation training. Thanks for listening! Check out Dr. Lauria at his website and on Facebook and Twitter! Also be sure to check out our website and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram! As always, check out the supporters of the show MyMedic, RTIC, BlackWolf Helicopters, and our new supporter Say Again Over! Check out Say Again Over for all your morale patch needs and keep an eye out for the PragMedics line of patches!

This week, the PragMedics sit down with Dr. Michael Lauria to discuss Situational Awareness and the EMS provider.  Dr. Lauria is an accomplished provider who has volunteered as an EMT while in college, became a Pararescueman in the Air Force, then a flight paramedic with DHART, and now a current medical resident in New Mexico. We discussed how situational awareness pertains to the EMS provider and variety of other topics, to include his thoughts checklists and simulation training. Thanks for listening! Check out Dr. Lauria at his website and on Facebook and Twitter! Also be sure to check out our website and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram! As always, check out the supporters of the show MyMedic, RTIC, BlackWolf Helicopters, and our new supporter Say Again Over! Check out Say Again Over for you morale patch needs and keep an out for the PragMedics line of patches!

This week’s episode, the PragMedics chat with Eric Bauer, the paramedic who started FlightBridgeED with his wife and close friend. Eric tells the guys about how he came up through the ranks and began his world-famous company. Eric started his career like most of us, on a truck and then became a flight medic and educator. He realized that he had a passion for education and has been providing it to all walks of paramedics since. Join us for the discussion and check out FlightBridgeED!  Check out our website and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram! As always, check out the supporters of the show MyMedic, RTIC, BlackWolf Helicopters, and Say Again Over! Check out Say Again Over for you morale patch needs and keep an out for the PragMedics line of patches!

In this episode, the PragMedics sit down with flight paramedic "Boomer," who is the founder of the program and company Stay Fit 4 Duty. Boomer has an in-depth understanding of PTS and PTSD and the stressors that impact prehospital providers. He helps the PragMedics understand the differences between the different types of stressors, describes different support groups, and provides us with some techniques to manage stress. We are grateful to have had him on and learn from someone with so much valuable information. He articulates this topic extremely well and we may have him back sooner than later. Please look for StayFit4Duty and follow him on Twitter and Instagram.  As always, check out our website and sign up for the weekly newsletter from the PragMedics! As always, check out the supporters of the show MyMedic, RTIC, BlackWolf Helicopters, and our new supporter Say Again Over! Check out Say Again Over for you morale patch needs and keep an out for the PragMedics line of patches!

In this episode, Aaron is missing his usual co-host, Jason, due to shift work. However, Mr. Will Wingfield was kind enough to come and guest host with the PragMedics. It is a diverse episode that covers various topics from several other episodes where Aaron and Will take the opportunity to chat about them. Will is a leader of flight education review courses and currently works as a Nurse Anesthetist in Texas. He talks about coming up through the ranks as to why he chose his career path and even tells a fantastic story. It is a must-listen. Also be sure to check out our Facebook page for an awesome giveaway! Check out the ResQ Shop for educational content! Follow the PragMedics on our website, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram! As always, thank you for listening and supporting the show and check out our supporters MyMedic, Say Again Over, RTIC, BlackWolf Helicopters!