In this episode of The Registry Insider, titled Simulation in EMS, host Bill Seifarth, CEO of the National Registry, discusses the evolving role of simulation in EMS education. Recorded live at the National Association of EMS Educators Symposium, the episode features Dr. Andrew Spain and Tim Whitaker from the Society for Simulation in Healthcare. The conversation highlights the importance of simulation as a critical educational methodology, addressing its application across various healthcare fields, including EMS. The guests delve into challenges, best practices, and available resources, such as certification programs and educational guidelines, aimed at improving patient safety and enhancing the competency of EMS providers through simulation-based learning.

In Episode 19 of The Register Insider podcast, Bill Seifarth, CEO of the National Registry of EMTs, interviews Dr. Christian Martingale, President of the Prehospital Guidelines Consortium (PGC) and Associate Professor at the University of Pittsburgh. They discuss the PGC's mission of developing and promoting evidence-based guidelines for EMS, born out of a national effort to advance EMS science. Dr. Martingale explains the systematic reviews and professional reading lists that PGC provides, free of charge, to help EMS personnel stay current on best practices in clinical care and operations. They highlight key updates for 2024, including new guidelines on pain management, cardiovascular resuscitation, and trauma triage, emphasizing the importance of implementing this research in everyday EMS education and practice.

In this week’s Registry Insider podcast, host Bill Seifarth, CEO of the National Registry of EMTs, is joined by Jay Scott from the Commission for Accreditation of Pre-Hospital Continuing Education (CAPCE). Together, they discuss the role of CAPCE in ensuring that EMS practitioners receive high-quality, innovative, and evidence-based continuing education. Jay explains the course and organizational accreditation processes, which help maintain relevant and dynamic education standards. They also highlight CAPCE's new data-sharing initiatives, including real-time course completion reporting and a newly developed mobile app that simplifies record-keeping for EMS clinicians. The episode emphasizes the importance of evolving EMS education to meet the rapidly changing demands of the field.

In this episode, Registry Insider host Bill Seifarth, CEO of the National Registry of EMTs, sits down with Dr. George Hatch from CoAEMSP to discuss the significance of accreditation in EMS education. They explore how accreditation has evolved since its inception in 1978, its critical role in ensuring high educational standards for paramedics, and its upcoming expansion to Advanced EMT programs. Dr. Hatch highlights the value of accreditation in protecting the public and enhancing educational quality, emphasizing the collaborative efforts between CoAEMSP and the National Registry to uphold these standards and prepare competent EMS professionals.

In this episode of Registry Insider, host Bill Seifarth sits down with Donnie Woodyard, Executive Director of the EMS Compact, to explore the transformative impact of interstate agreements on EMS licensure. They discuss how the EMS Compact enables EMS professionals to have their licenses recognized across state lines, allowing for greater mobility and faster response times, particularly in non-emergency situations. Woodyard also highlights the Compact’s role in ensuring public protection and outlines its ambitious vision for nationwide adoption. Don’t miss this insightful conversation about the future of EMS in the U.S.

Join Registry Insider host Bill Seifarth as he dives deep into the fascinating history of EMS in the U.S. with special guest Donnie Woodyard, EMS Compact Director and author. From the groundbreaking 1966 white paper to the formation of the National Registry of EMTs in 1970, they explore the pivotal moments that shaped emergency medical services as we know it. Discover the origins of the iconic EMS symbol and the lesser-known stories behind its evolution. Plus, get an insider’s look at Woodyard’s latest book, EMS in the United States: Fragmented Past, Future of Opportunity, as they uncover the history of EMS history and the path to what is ahead for the profession.

In this episode of Registry Insider, Bill Seifarth, CEO and Executive Director of the National Registry of EMTs, hosts a conversation with three esteemed medical directors and board members of the National Registry: Dr. Kevin Mackey, Dr. Sylvia Owusu-Ansah, and Dr. Maia Dorsett. The discussion delves into the crucial topic of continued competency in the EMS field, exploring the roles and responsibilities of medical directors in maintaining and enhancing the skills of EMS clinicians. Each guest shares insights from their diverse experiences, highlighting the importance of regular training, innovative educational approaches, and a system-wide perspective to ensure high-quality patient care. They also discuss the challenges of keeping up with evolving medical standards and the need for a collaborative approach among medical directors, training officers, and regulatory bodies to foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement in EMS practices.

On this week’s episode of Registry Insider, we welcome Michael Kaduce from the National Association of EMTs. We learn more about the NAEMT, their mission, advocacy for EMS clinicians and the EMS profession, and the education they provide for the industry. You can check them out at NAEMT.org and remember NAEMT’s upcoming annual meeting, September 9-13 in Las Vegas.