Alert Medic 1 - Podcast

On today's episode, the AM1 team sits down with Charlie Pendorff to talk about how we never know when our last shift will happen. Charlie suffered a career-ending injury while on duty and shares what he learned from this unexpected journey. What happens when you have a career-ending injury? Do you have a backup plan if you can no longer work due to that injury? These questions and many more on today's episode. Charlie is a paramedic and former firefighter who suffered a career-ending injury when he least expected it. Prior to his injury, he was a tactical medic, firefighter, and paramedic with a large county fire department. He now teaches in a local paramedic program and works within his family's agricultural business.

Moose and Josh talk with Dr. Andy Yancone on what EMS experience can add to a mid or high-level clinician's education and practice. Dr. Andy Yancone is a family practice physician currently practicing in the urgent care environment. He recently graduated from his residency program in Family Medicine. Prior to that he attended American University Carribean School of Medicine. He comes into medicine with a wealth of experience as an EMT in both volunteer and professional realms in Maryland.

The Alert Medic 1 Team sits down with Dr. Andy Yancone to deep dive Sepsis. We cover the physiology of Sepsis and what pre-hospital clinicians can do when encountered with these patients. Dr. Andy Yancone is a family practice physician currently practicing in the urgent care environment. He recently graduated from his residency program in Family Medicine. Prior to that he attended American University Carribean School of Medicine. He comes into medicine with a wealth of experience as an EMT in both volunteer and professional realms in Maryland.

Moose and Josh sit down with Paramedic Sam Weinstock to talk about medications in cardiac arrest that fall a bit farther down the algorithm. They talk about specifically why and when to use them as well as a couple that we do not give anymore and why that is. Sam Weinstock is a PM/FF working for a large department in the DC Metro region. Prior to joining that department, he worked as a hospital-based paramedic in New Jersey. Sam brings a wealth of experience in both EMS and Hazmat. He currently serves in a teaching role at his department's training academy. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK545201/

The Alert Medic 1 Team had a unique opportunity to sit down with FDNY EMS Deputy Chief Gregg Brady. During the episode, they talk about the largest EMS system in the United States, responding to approximately 1.4 million EMS calls every year. Deputy Chief Gregg Brady has been with FDNY for over 15 years and is currently an EMS Deputy Chief assigned to FDNY EMS Division 2 in the South Bronx. He has also worked as a Firefighter/Paramedic with the City of Kissimmee and operated as a Tactical Paramedic with the City of Kissimmee Police Department SWAT Team. Gregg has additionally worked as a contractor with the Department of State as a high-threat protection specialist/medic in Iraq and Afghanistan.

The Alert Medic 1 crew sit down with Dr. Jeff Nusbaum to discuss his view on various topics in Emergency Medicine and EMS from the perspective of a Medical Director. Dr. Jeff Nusbaum is an Emergency Medicine Physician who currently practices in the University of Maryland system. He is formerly the Assistant Medical Director of the Baltimore City Fire Department. In the very near future, he will be taking the reigns of Medical Direction of the Baltimore County Fire Department. He comes into the position with a wealth of experience and the AM1 Team looks forward to his work in the future.

The Alert Medic 1 Team is joined by Jasmin Cooke, LMSW to he given insight to the role of social workers in the total care of our patients. If you have ever wondered what happens within the case management realm, here is your chance to find out. Jasmin Cooke is a LMSW (Licensed Master of Social Work) that is currently working for a PRP (Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program). She is also an Mental Health Therapist that specializes in OCD using ERP and ICBT.

The Alert Medic 1 Team sits down with Battalion Chief Tony Scott to talk about numerous leadership topics. Battalion Chief Scott is a command officer in a department in DC Metro area. he has worked in numerous field, support, and liason positions throughout the department.

The AM1 Team has the opportunity to sit down with Dr. Jennifer Anders, the Associate State EMS Medical Director of Pediatrics. We explore protocol changes and ask some questions about pediatrics in EMS.

The AM1 team sits down with the Maryland State EMS Medical Director Dr. Tim Chizmar to have a discussion about the 2023 Maryland Medical Protocol updates. For the Maryland clinicians, hopefully this provides some insight to these changes. For those that are non-Maryland clinicians, maybe this will provide you with some ideas to bring to your system.

The team sits down with Dr. Jim Brady once again. This time to talk about seizures.

Josh and Moose talk about the Stop the Bleed Campaign. We thought it important to speak on this extremely important topic during May because it is Stop the Bleed Month.

The Alert Medic 1 team sits down with returning guest Cody Brdricko from Midwest Misfits to discuss various topics.

The Alert Medic 1 team sits down with Dr Jim Brady to talk about the uncommon endocrine emergencies we may encounter.

The AM1 team sits down with Dr. Jim Brady to discuss various basic aspects of endocrinology.

The AM1 team sits down with Dr. John Wendell and Paramedic Colin Bender to discuss fundamentals of treating the asthmatic patient

The AM1 team discusses prehospital administration of whole blood.

Responding to emergencies requires a high level of coordination and teamwork. One important tool that can help improve coordination and communication among any crew is Crew Resource Management (CRM). CRM is a systematic approach to enhancing teamwork and communication, with the goal of improving safety and efficiency. It was first developed in the aviation industry and has since been adopted by various other high-stress and high-reliability industries, including healthcare. In the context of emergency medical services (EMS), CRM involves using clear and effective communication, assertiveness, and mutual support to ensure that all members of the team are working together effectively. It also involves recognizing and managing risks and errors, as well as identifying and addressing any issues that may arise during the course of an emergency response. By adopting CRM principles, EMS crews can ensure that they are working as a cohesive team, with everyone aware of their roles and responsibilities. This can help to reduce the risk of errors and improve patient outcomes. It can also improve job satisfaction and reduce stress among EMS providers. The AM1 team thus sits down with Battallion Chief Michael Lambert to discuss various topics related to Crew Resource Management.

The Alert Medic 1 team sits down with Jasmin Cooke, LMSW, to discuss various topics related to first responder mental health. Mental health is one of the most sensitive and stigmatized topics that we don't discuss on a daily basis. As is often said, we do a great job of taking care of others in EMS, but how well do we do when it comes to taking care of ourselves and each other? This episode is probably the most candid, vulnerable, and possibly important episode we've ever done. The topics are heavy and could be difficult to listen to for some people. Over the next two hours we discuss a wide variety of topics related to mental health with Jasmin Cooke, LMSW. We sincerely hope you get something out of this episode. Remember, if you are in crisis or have thoughts of harming yourself and are in the U.S., call the toll free National Suicide Prevention Hotline 24/7 at 988. Thank you for listening to Alert Medic 1.

The Alert Medic 1 team sits down to discuss a recent popular Reddit post discussing Connecticut House Bill 6581 and its potential implications for EMS.

The Alert Medic 1 team sits down with Battalion Chief Joe Cvach to discuss various topics in EMS and leadership

The Alert Medic 1 team sits down with Dr. Ben Lawner to discuss various topics related to medical direction. Dr. Lawner is an Associate Professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine at University of Maryland Medical Center. Dr. Lawner obtained his EMT certification in 1994 and worked with Alachua County (Florida) Fire Rescue as a paramedic/firefighter prior to entrance into medical school. Dr. Lawner is residency trained in emergency medicine. He completed an EMS fellowship jointly sponsored by the University of Maryland, the Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services Systems (MIEMSS), and the University of Maryland Baltimore County. From 2009-2010, he served as a Chief Resident and Faculty Development fellow for the emergency medicine training program. Dr. Lawner's interests include resuscitation, airway management, and transport critical care. Dr. Lawner currently serves as the Medical Director for the Maryland ExpressCare Critical Care Transport Team and the Baltimore City Fire Department. Dr. Lawner works clinically a University of Maryland Medical System emergency physician and is a member of the Shock Trauma Center's “Go-Team” He is actively engaged in medical education for students, residents, and prehospital clinicians.

The Alert Medic 1 team discusses various topics on this episode of the Shock Index!

The Alert Medic 1 team sits down with Dr. Jim Brady to discuss the utilization of Targeted Tempurature Management in the post-cardiac arrest patient.

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The Alert Medic 1 team sits down with Flight Paramedic Mike Elwarner to discuss various topics in EMS

The Alert Medic 1 team meets to discuss the critically ill patient among various other topics.

Ken & Josh discuss various topics in EMS.

Ken and Mustafa sit down and discuss various topics in EMS for the Shock Index #5.

Ken and Mustafa discuss IV and IO access for the EMS Clinician

The Alert Medic 1 team sits down with Amy McGrow, RN, to discuss various topics related to Sexual Assault Forensic Examinations and other topics related to interpersonal violence. Amy McGrow graduated with a BSN from Stevenson University in 2014 and has been an Emergency Department nurse in the Baltimore area for 8 years. She has previously held ED leadership positions at Saint Agnes Hospital as well as Sinai Hospital. She became a Forensic Nurse Examiner Adult/Adolescent at Mercy in 2018, and holds a certification in emergency nursing (CEN), is trauma certified (TCRN), and holds an FNE –A license in Maryland. Amy is passionate about providing excellent care to the unique population of forensic patients and also enjoys disseminating her knowledge of forensic training to area hospitals, EMS and law enforcement. Amy believes that a multidisciplinary approach to care of these patients is essential to improve patient outcomes. Amy McGrow, BSN, RN, FNE-A, CEN, TCRN

Cody Brdicko is an EMT/ Firefighter with the Omaha Fire Department and is assigned to Heavy Rescue 33. He holds the certifications of Firefighter 1 & 2, Emergency Medical Technician, Hazardous Materials Technician, and Rescue Specialist. Cody is also a Rescue, Water and Logistics Specialist on the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA)Nebraska Task Force 1. He is a graduate from the University of Nebraska at Omaha with a Bachelor's of Science Degree in Emergency Management and is also a graduate from the Naval Postgraduate School's Emergence Program. Cody is an instructor at Metropolitan Community College where he instructs fire science and technical rescue classes.

Ken and Mustafa sit down with former sheriff's deputy Garrett Stefan to discuss the nexus between EMS and law enforcement.

Ken and Mustafa discuss flow of consciousness EMS topics as they present themselves

Ken and Mustafa discuss flow of consciousness EMS topics as they present themselves

Ken and Mustafa discuss flow of consciousness EMS topics as they present themselves

Mustafa sits down with Battalion Chief Michael Lambert to discuss various topics in leadership.

Ken and Mustafa discuss flow of consciousness EMS topics as they present themselves

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The AM1 Crew gathers with various medical students Maniraj Jeyaraju and Cole Zingas to discuss advanced renal physiology topics and their implications for EMS. Specific topics include the Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone system, fluid balance, and homeostasis. Music: www.bensound.com

Mustafa Sidik, Ken Sanner, and Dr. David Vitberg of the Alert Medic 1 team join returning medical student Maniraj Jeyaraju and intensivists Dr. Jon Chow & Michael McCurdy to discuss renal physiology, renin, lactate, and their implications on sepsis treatment. Music by Bensound.com

Mustafa, Ken, and Dr. Vitberg chat with Cody Patrick, paramedic, about ems utilization of analgesia and administration during painful procedures. Music: https://www.bensound.com

The AM1 crew gets together with Tim Graham, a local paramedic program director to discuss some common medication terms.

Captain Ray Gill and Captain Fred Reidel join Mustafa to discuss various topics related to mental health for first responders.

Dr. Sam Galvagno returns in this delayed release episode to discuss various topics related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Alert Medic 1 crew returns for another season of the podcast!

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The AM1 crew recorded with Dr. Asa Margolis, DO to discuss ventricular assist device(VAD)pearls for the EMS clinician.

The AM1 team met with Dr. Jennifer Anders, Pediatric Medical Director for the State of Maryland, and Paramedic Kyle Fratta to discuss various topics in pediatrics pertaining to EMS.

The AM1 crew gets together again with Flight Nurse Arron Berry to discuss the basics of ECMO!