@maiadorsett.bsky.social appreciates this recent episode of EMS Educator Podcast looking at art as therapy in EMS. Recently held an inservice and discovered some budding play dough artists in our agency. Thanks as always for a great conversation that makes me pause and rethink.
“The attack on health equity doesn’t just threaten lives, it deepens systemic inequities, leaving more families vulnerable to experiencing the same kind of devastating loss”
My Brother’s Keeper | New England Journal of Medicine www.nejm.org/doi/full/10....
The first measles death in the US in a decade -- the tragic, preventable death of a child whose parents chose not to protect them with vaccination -- should spark an immediate nation-wide campaign to ensure all children are protected against preventable diseases. Anything less is unconscionable.
New EMS Educator podcast! "The Patient Perspective: EMS’s Best Teacher." Sudden cardiac arrest survivor Nova McCarthy & medical director Alicia Bond discuss how patient experiences can enhance #EMS #education. @maiadorsett.bsky.social @ukrobl.bsky.social podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...
first #NAEMSP2025 conference, and I wish I started way sooner. incredible past few days, and it has me even more stoked to start EMS fellowship in July🚨🚑
“Our aim is to reduce fatalities and other harms from opioid use disorder. Not all interventions are created equal.”
Remle Crow PhD FAEMS
Anjni Joiner DO FAEMS
Melody Glenn MD MFA FASAM
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Veronica Case & Andra Farcas doing a phenomenal job discussing the recently published @naemsp.bsky.social position statement on Care of the Transgender patient in Prehospital Care. Incredibly proud of our organization for publishing this valuable resource.
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The more that we can incentivize the need on the hospital side, the better. Break down a system built for silos and promote an integrated system. It’s better for patient care, outcomes ….and clinicians as well.
Fantastic talk from @maiadorsett.bsky.social about giving feedback in #EMS. This was important to me as a medic & I prioritize it as a Medical Director when I can. Too many limitations w/ hospital outcomes. NEMSAC is trying to break down silos with improving bidirectional data sharing. #NAEMSP2025
The DEI committee meeting to a packed room. Doing phenomenal work to advance equity in #EMS workforce and care.
Wish I could capture the energy in this room.
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The results? #NAEMSP2025
A phenomenal talk on developing a DEI curriculum for paramedic students. #NAEMSP2025
Bob Holman from DC Fire & EMS:
Everywhere we look, we find care inequities in the care we provide.
Up next: the research question:
Will agency or battalion level equity report cards decrease care inequities?
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Equity in #EMS is not a niche issue. It’s a central issue to care provision in EMS. The HOPE collaborative is 9 EMS systems brining their data together to address care inequities.
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Jenna White presenting on her work with @acog-org.bsky.social to improve prehospital care for obstetric patients.
The topic of the guidelines ( soon to be released):
1) post-partum hemorrhage, 2)eclampsia, and 2) hypertension management in pregnant patients and 6 week post-partum.
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Border wall height increases = increased traumatic injury for those seeking #asylum. Healthcare access is difficult. 83% loss-to-follow-up after ortho injury. Not enough docs/space/time/money to provide adequate healthcare. #NAEMSP2025
Dr. Allison Berndtson of UCSD Surgery presents on the traumatic injuries seen at the US-Mexico border south of our meeting location here in #SanDiego
“It’s not about politics, it’s about people. Migration is a worldwide problem, not just here in the US.”
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Dr. Allison E. Berndtson is giving a powerful presentation on traumatic injuries at the US-Mexico border. The increases in length and height of the border wall creates a catastrophe of injuries. I’ve long been an open borders advocate and this only reinforces that stance. #NAEMSP2025
I knew it difficult to seek US #asylum, no idea how hard it is to request/get to appointment! Using CBP app means: have cell phone and internet, download app, fill it out in English/Spanish, use in specific MX areas, show up right time/place. #barriers to legal entry. @naemsp.bsky.social #NAEMSP2025
To say that I have learned about true leadership from @ncemsmd.bsky.social is an understatement.
A true servant leader and unparalleled human being.
Thank you for all you have done for @naemsp.bsky.social and on a personal note, for continually inspiring me.
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“Diagnosis doesn’t equal impairment.”
“We cannot ‘self-care’ our way out of this problem.”
Licensed healthcare professionals must answer questions about their diagnosis & treatment which jeopardize their license status. This adds to the stigma of asking for help.
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Dr. Amanda Humphries leaves us with important lessons below. #PTSD and #Depression symptoms are rampant in public safety due to our constant & respective exposures. We have more stigma associated with reporting symptoms and asking for help. STOP THE STIGMA! #NAEMSP2025
“It’s not how often you drink, it’s what happens when you do.”
Dr. Amanda Humphries speaks on how her argument “fell apart” as she was faced with her diagnosis and impending 30-day inpatient rehab admission. #NAEMSP2025
Our fearless leader @ncemsmd.bsky.social getting the main conference sessions started with a recap of the incredible work done by the chapters and committees at #NAEMSP2025
Dr. Amanda Humphries gives the keynote on how the #EMS workforce is exposed to traumatic incidents, negatively impacting our #MentalHealth, & her journey through #PTSD, alcohol use disorder, & rehab to make her a better physician today. #NAEMSP2025
“The opposite of addiction is connection. One of the hallmarks of dangerous drinking is drinking alone. Amanda L. Humphries MD
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A diagnosis of mental health does not mean current impairment.
We need to stop penalizing physicians in licensing for mental health which stops them from seeking treatment.
Amanda Humphries giving a phenomenal keynote at #NAEMSP2025.
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Congrats to the faculty and directors of the NAEMSP Quality Improvement Workshop with a record number of attendees for their 2-day pre-conference! They work hard to teach #EMS leaders how to improve patient safety, quality of care, & patient outcomes! #NAEMSP2025
Good morning from #NAEMSP2025. Excited for a great day of precons, board meeting and reception by @emsdatadoc.bsky.social .
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From the @naemsp.bsky.social 2024 Annual report: A diagram of our membership.
Take a look and appreciate the number of students, fellows, professional members who are part of our association.
I love this picture so much. #NAEMSP2025
