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Be a coach, not a critic.
How well do EMS teams manage critically ill pediatric patients—and how do we know? In this episode of the EMS Educator Podcast, hosts Rob Lawrence and Maia Dorsett speak with Mark Cicero, lead author of a landmark study published in Prehospital Emergency Care. The study used simulation to assess EMS performance in pediatric emergencies. From medication dosing errors to missed fundamentals like cap refill checks, Dr. Cicero breaks down what the study revealed across more than 150 simulations in three states. Dr. Dorsett shares how the findings challenged her own assumptions as an educator and led to reflections on curriculum design, quality improvement, and the need for deliberate, high-frequency pediatric practice. They also explore the power of SIM Box—a free, low-tech, high-impact simulation toolkit—and how small, creative learning opportunities can help EMS clinicians gain confidence, accuracy, and readiness for rare but high-stakes pediatric calls. Whether you're a field provider, educator, or medical director, this episode offers practical insights and real tools to help build a system of pediatric care that's proactive, not reactive. Ginger Locke highlights the episode's key points with her "Mindset Minute." Mentioned in the episode: Simbox: https://www.emergencysimbox.com/emstelesimbox Quality of Care and Opportunities for Improvement in Prehospital Care of Critically Ill Pediatric Patients, An Observational, Simulation-Based Study: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/10903127.2025.2500715 The EMS Educator is published on the first Friday of every month! Be sure to turn on your notifications so you can listen as soon as the episode drops, and like/follow us on your favorite platform. Check out the Prodigy EMS Bounty Program! Earn $1000 for your best talks! Get your CE at www.prodigyems.com. Follow @ProdigyEMS on FB, YouTube, TikTok & IG.
Ignorance over stupidity.
Journal your gratitude.
What if the reason you're feeling off isn't what you think? In this short but powerful episode, I'm sharing a quiet truth that's helping so many midlife women feel better—without quitting their job, changing their relationship, or starting over. If you've been pushing through, keeping it together, and wondering why it still doesn't feel right… this might be the reframe you didn't know you needed.
Gratitude and mental health.
Stop waiting to feel 'good enough' with money to start making progress. In this reset, I'm sharing my light switch moment when I realized that financial responsibility isn't about perfect systems - it's about actual progress. If you've been organizing and tracking but still feeling trapped by debt, this episode will help you shift from perfection to momentum.Join the Moneywise Mastermind Waitlist here: https://www.katyalmstrom.com/mm-waitlist Connect with Katy: IG: www.instagram.com/katy_almstromFB Group: www.facebook.com/groups/networthwoman
Empower don't entitle.
It's all about energy.
Count the cost. Keep your commitments.
Servant leadership isn't soft.
You know that heart-racing panic when you're checking out at the store and the total keeps climbing? Or when you open your bank account and immediately want to close your laptop? I used to let those moments derail my entire day - until I discovered this ridiculously simple 60-second trick that completely stops money panic in its tracks. No breathing exercises, no complicated mantras, just two words that change everything.Join the Moneywise Mastermind Waitlist here: https://www.katyalmstrom.com/mm-waitlist Connect with Katy: IG: www.instagram.com/katy_almstromFB Group: www.facebook.com/groups/networthwoman
In this episode, a forgotten sticky note leads to a powerful truth about self-trust—and the subtle, everyday ways we abandon ourselves without even realizing it. From silencing your needs to striving for perfection, we unpack what it really means to stay with yourself, especially when it would be easier not to. If you've ever felt like you can't trust yourself to follow through, speak up, or simply be you—this one's for you.
Be through chasing people.
What if we began asking patients “what happened to you?” instead of “what's wrong with you?” This mindset shift exemplifies the principles behind trauma-informed care. DCFEMS Behavioral Health Coordinator Ronit Reguer once again joins hosts Maia Dorsett, Hilary Gates and Rob Lawrence for a powerful, practical conversation on trauma-informed care. They discuss how this approach can improve both patient outcomes and provider wellness. Drawing on clinical experiences, EMS education, and real-world applications, you'll hear a deep dive into how trauma affects patient behavior, the importance of recognizing individual agency during care, and how to build trauma-informed principles into EMS training. Whether you're an EMS educator, clinician, or student, this episode will challenge you to rethink your approach to care—and inspire meaningful change. Mentioned in the episode: SAMHSA's Trauma-informed Approach: https://www.samhsa.gov/mental-health/trauma-violence/trauma-informed-approaches-programs The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk: https://www.amazon.com/Body-Keeps-Score-Healing-Trauma/dp/0143127748 What Happened to You? Conversations on Trauma, Resilience, and Healing by Bruce Perry and Oprah Winfrey https://a.co/d/72CItzf Ginger Locke highlights the episode's key points with her "Mindset Minute." The EMS Educator is published on the first Friday of every month! Be sure to turn on your notifications so you can listen as soon as the episode drops, and like/follow us on your favorite platform. Check out the Prodigy EMS Bounty Program! Earn $1000 for your best talks! Get your CE at www.prodigyems.com Follow @ProdigyEMS on Twitter, FB, YouTube, TikTok & IG.
It's a health hazard.
Priorities Management.
High standards are not vain.
Put down your cape.
Don't one up them.
How should we best acquire medical knowledge and skills so that we can easily retrieve and effectively use them in the field? Now that we are past the stressful March 31st recert deadline, hosts Maia Dorsett, Hilary Gates and Rob Lawrence delve into the issues surrounding EMS recertification and continuing education. Special guest Ethan Setnik, Chief Technology Officer at Prodigy EMS, offers unique insights into the design of learning from his perspective as a system engineer. We know that the typical last-minute rush to recertify isn't the most effective approach to learning, so listen and be inspired by evidence-based strategies for better knowledge retention. We discuss effortful retrieval, spaced repetition, and interleaving to enhance learning and improve clinical practice. Ethan shares insights about the ways technology and system design can support continuous competency and self-directed learning, moving beyond simply “checking the box” to fostering a meaningful educational journey for EMS clinicians. Mentioned in the episode: The graph of recert volume at Prodigy EMS: https://postimg.cc/6T7ShPYB "Make it Stick: The Science of Successful Learning" https://a.co/d/0n5zMCr Learning by Scientific Design: https://www.deansforimpact.org/tools-and-resources/learning-by-scientific-design Ginger Locke highlights the episode's key points with her "Mindset Minute." The EMS Educator is published on the first Friday of every month! Be sure to turn on your notifications so you can listen as soon as the episode drops, and like/follow us on your favorite platform. Check out the Prodigy EMS Bounty Program! Earn $1000 for your best talks! Get your CE at www.prodigyems.com Follow @ProdigyEMS on Twitter, FB, YouTube, TikTok & IG.
The deception of titles.
Avoid the overwhelm.
Ever catch yourself thinking, “Maybe it's too late” or “This is just how it is now”? In this mindset-boosting episode, we explore the sneaky belief that keeps so many midlife women feeling stuck: impossibility thinking. You'll discover how one hidden sentence might be shaping your confidence, your energy, and what you believe is possible—and how to begin questioning it. If you're craving purpose, momentum, or a fresh start, this one's for you.
Celebrate steps.
It's not half the battle.
Does your classroom have a joyful buzz? Jonathan St. George has it figured out--as the founder of the Protected Airway Collaborative (PAC), Jonathan was inspired by a museum visit to create a learning environment like no other. Join us as we dive into his innovative world of airway management education. Prodigy EMS team members Maia Dorsett and Shane O'Donnell report from the PAC as they experienced the self-directed learning approach firsthand. Listen to their interviews with Jace Mullen and Andrew Merelman, and learn how to enhance your instructional delivery through this pioneering educational format. Mentioned in the episode: Protected Airway Collaborative: https://theprotectedairway.com/ Flipped Classroom: https://bokcenter.harvard.edu/flipped-classrooms Self Directed Learning: https://www.self-directed.org/sde/ Ginger Locke highlights the episode's key points with her "Mindset Minute." The EMS Educator is published on the first Friday of every month! Be sure to turn on your notifications so you can listen as soon as the episode drops, and like/follow us on your favorite platform. Check out the Prodigy EMS Bounty Program! Earn $1000 for your best talks! Get your CE at www.prodigyems.com Follow @ProdigyEMS on Twitter, FB, YouTube, TikTok & IG.
What if the version of you you've been waiting for… is just on the other side of letting go? In this podcast, what I've been journaling about and why becoming your next-level self isn't about doing more… it's about becoming more you. If you're feeling a shift, a stirring, or just a desire for something more—this is for you. And if you're ready to get clear on who you're becoming and what truly brings you joy—I'd love to invite you to schedule your Midlife Audit. It's a tool that helps you find your new north star.
Tell them why.
Three steps to changing a mindset.
Two types of urgency.
Your brain is constantly filtering information to confirm what you already believe- whether that belief empowers or limits you. In this Mindset Minute, learn how to rewire confirmation bias to work for you, so you can break free from old patterns and start seeing new possibilities in midlife and beyond.
What are you avoiding?
A key to resilience.
Do hard things.
Loyalty defined.
The Danger of Entitlement.
What if the best EMS educators weren't clinicians, but patients themselves? In this episode, hosts Hilary Gates and Maia Dorsett welcome sudden cardiac arrest survivor Nova McCarthy and medical director Alicia Bond for an insightful discussion on how patient experiences can enhance EMS education. Nova describes her experience as a keynote speaker and explores the power of patient-centered learning. She details powerful moments from her near-death experience, including the compassion and kind words of the EMS clinicians who cared for her. Listen in to discover how EMS providers can learn directly from those they serve—gaining deeper empathy, refining communication, and improving decision-making in high-stakes moments. This conversation challenges traditional training methods and offers an innovative take on EMS education. Mentioned in the episode: Heartsight Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation Trauma Survivors Network Near Death Experiences Email Alicia Bond: jcemsmedical@gmail.com Email Nova McCarthy: mccarthynova@gmail.com State of Jefferson EMS Conference Ginger Locke highlights the episode's key points with her "Mindset Minute." The EMS Educator is published on the first Friday of every month! Be sure to turn on your notifications so you can listen as soon as the episode drops, and like/follow us on your favorite platform. This podcast is sponsored by EMS Gives Life. Would you consider becoming a living organ donor? For more info visit www.emsgiveslife.org Check out the Prodigy EMS Bounty Program! Earn $1000 for your best talks! Get your CE at www.prodigyems.com Follow @ProdigyEMS on Twitter, FB, YouTube, TikTok & IG.
Complacent.
Ability or skill.
The 80/20 rule.
Differently: Assume the risk of creating an extra-ordinary life
Send Us Fan Mail!Episode OverviewWelcome to another empowering episode of Differently! Whether you're bursting with new-year energy or feeling the weight of the season, this episode is here to meet you where you are. Carla introduces a simple yet transformative practice—a mindset check-in—designed to help you navigate the mental noise and realign with your deepest values.What You'll LearnThe Power of Thought Management: How calming your mind can create ripple effects across all areas of your life.Why You Shouldn't Believe Every Thought: Discover the freedom of becoming the gatekeeper of your thoughts.A Simple Awareness Exercise: Start observing your inner dialogue without judgment.Episode HighlightsMindset Check-In: Carla shares a monthly practice to care for your "thought life" and manage the constant chatter in your mind.Core Principle: "Don't believe everything you think." Learn to detach from thoughts and reclaim your power over them.Guided Reflection:Take an inventory of your thoughts.Reflect on how these thoughts impact your mood, energy, and actions.Begin noticing patterns with blameless discernment.Action StepsDaily Awareness Practice:Spend a few moments each day noticing your thoughts and their impact.Extra Credit: Track your thoughts for five consecutive days in a journal.Join the Community: Explore Carla's interactive journaling platform to declutter your mind and find support.Quotes to Remember"The fact that you can observe your thoughts means you are separate from them. They are not you.""A deep change in the way that you live requires a deep change in the way that you think."Resources & LinksInteractive Journaling: Start your journey with Carla's journaling dashboard.Website: www.CarlaReeves.comEmail: Carla@CarlaReeves.comSign Up for FREE CLASS: https://carlareeves.com/free-classShare the InspirationIf this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend or loved one. Help us spread the word and inspire others to think and live differently.New episodes drop weekly, so don't forget to subscribe and join us on this journey of growth and transformation.Learn more about Carla:Website: https:/www.carlareeves.com/Connect on LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reevescarla/Connect on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@differentlythepodcastGo to https://www.carlareeves.com/getunstuck.com to download Carla's on demand journaling workshop + exercise to help you stop spinning and start moving forward.Explore Coaching with Carla: https://bookme.name/carlareeves/lite/explore-coaching If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to share it with a friend. A free way to support our show is by leaving a five-star rating and review on your favorite podcast player. It's a chance to tell us what you love about the show and it helps others discover it, too. Thank you for listening!
A stop doing list.
Take back control
Tomorrow is overrated.
When it's needed most.
Have versus do.
Where, what and how.
Shoot some holes in it.