Topics in EMS w/ Owen Humphreys, Paramedic
Mustafa, Cody, Ken, and Josh sit down with Owen Humphreys to discuss various topics related to EMS and flight medicine.
Dec 22, 2023•1 hr 41 min
Alert Medic 1
Alert Medic 1 is a podcast developed by EMS professionals with strict physician oversight focused on educating EMS providers on all aspects of the sciences and medicine. We accomplish our goal through blog entries, case studies, video lectures, and social media interaction. We encourage and welcome health care providers of all backgrounds to join in our discussion.
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Esmolol Use in Persistent V-Tach/V-Fib, and other EMS topics w/ Mike Carunchio, Founder & Host:The World's Okayest Medic Podcast
Mustafa & Josh sit down with Mike Carunchio, founder and host of The World's Okayest Medic podcast to discuss the use of esmolol in persistent vfib & vtach cardiac arrests. They then progress to discuss various topics in EMS, including point of care ultrasound, EMS education, and the federal recognition of paramedic practitioners.
Dec 15, 2023•1 hr 11 min
Managing Crisis: Leadership Pearls with Amy Mauro, Organizational Change Consultant and Executive Director, DC Fire & EMS Foundation
The Alert Medic 1 team sits down with Amy Mauro to discuss various topics regarding EMS, leadership, and leveraging crisis. Amy C. Mauro, Esq. is an accomplished attorney and transformative leader who worked on critical policy issues and strategic organizational change for twenty-five years, in both District and federal agencies and in three branches of government. She now advises leaders on organizational change as Principal and CEO at Mauro, PLLC. She also is the volunteer Director of the DC F...
Dec 08, 2023•1 hr 31 min
Topics in EMS Communications with Lindsey Ewing, FP-C & Cody Winniford, FP-C
Title: "Topics in EMS Communications with Lindsey Ewing, FP-C & Cody Winniford, FP-C" Episode Description: Join us in this episode of the Alert Medic 1 podcast, where hosts Mustafa Sidik, Ken Sanner, and Josh Cooke delve into the nuances of EMS communications. They're joined by guests Lindsey Ewing and Cody Winniford. This episode focuses on refining and improving communication between EMS professionals and patients, a crucial aspect of medical care. Rethinking Medical History Queries: Our g...
Dec 01, 2023•1 hr 47 min
Journal Club: Bag-Valve Mask Ventilation and Survival from Out of Hospital Cardiac Arrest: A Multicenter Study
Episode Title: Article Discussion: Bag-Valve Mask Ventilation and Survival from Out of Hospital Cardiac Arrest: A Multicenter Study Episode Description: In this episode of Alert Medic 1, Mustafa Sidik and Josh Cooke delve into the findings of the recently published academic paper "Bag-Valve Mask Ventilation and Survival from Out of Hospital Cardiac Arrest: A Multicenter Study." This study, a secondary analysis of a previously published paper's data, explored the effectiveness of bag-valve-mask (...
Nov 17, 2023•1 hr 16 min
Controversy, Consensus, or a Little Bit of Both? With Lindsey Ewing, FP-C, & Ben Lawner, DO
Title: Controversy, Consensus, or a Little Bit of Both? With Lindsey Ewing, FP-C, & Ben Lawner, DO Episode Description: In this episode of Alert Medic 1, we dive deep into some of the strategies that are crucial to prehospital emergency medicine. Join hosts Ken Sanner, Josh Cooke, and Mustafa Sidik as they welcome two star guests, Lindsey Ewing, FP-C, and Benjamin Lawner, DO, for a compelling discussion. Together, our experts tackle the nuances of a two-person BVM technique enhanced with in-...
Nov 10, 2023•1 hr 46 min
Topics in EMS with Jonathan Brashears, Paramedic
In this episode, Mustafa, Josh, and Ken sit down with Jonathan Brashears, a paramedic from Tennessee, who gives us a firsthand account of life on the front lines of emergency medical services in the Volunteer State . With years of experience in EMS, Jonathan sheds light on the ever-evolving EMS protocols that dictated his practice in various roles within EMS Our conversation dives deep into the heartbeat of emergency medical care, exploring the intricate dance between rapid medical intervention ...
Nov 04, 2023•1 hr 18 min
From the Shoulders of Giants - EMS History, Victory, and Legacy with John Moon, Paramedic, Freedom House Ambulance
From the Shoulders of Giants- EMS History, Victory, and Legacy with John Moon, Paramedic, Freedom House Ambulance Join Mustafa Sidik, Ken Sanner, and Josh Cooke as they dive deep into the history of EMS with their special guest, John Moon. As a paramedic with Freedom House Ambulance, John was one of the trailblazers in the EMS profession. From overcoming seemingly insurmountable odds, to providing care to those who needed it most, John sheds light on the real-life experiences that inspired the p...
Oct 28, 2023•1 hr 32 min
The Call That Ends Your Career w/ Charlie Pendorf
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...
Sep 29, 2023•1 hr 30 min
Shock Index 9: Cognitive Flexibility
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.
Sep 01, 2023•45 min
The MAP is Crap: Sepsis with Dr. Andy Yancone
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 bo...
Aug 25, 2023•1 hr 24 min
Not So Common Meds In Cardiac Arrest With PM Sam Weinstock
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 ...
Aug 18, 2023•1 hr 28 min
Rush The Bus - Topics In EMS With Deputy Chief Gregg Brady, FDNY EMS
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 Parame...
Aug 11, 2023•1 hr 11 min
Topics in EMS w/ Dr. Jeff Nusbaum
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 p...
Jul 21, 2023•1 hr 25 min
Topics in Social Work with Jasmin Cooke, LMSW
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.
Jul 14, 2023•1 hr 18 min
Leadership Lessons: Battalion Chief Tony Scott
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.
Jun 30, 2023•1 hr 10 min
Pediatric EMS Care in Maryland w/ Dr. Jennifer Anders
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.
Jun 23, 2023•1 hr 3 min
What's New With the 2023 Protocols with Dr. Tim Chizmar
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.
Jun 12, 2023•1 hr 3 min
Seizures 101 w/ Dr. Jim Brady
The team sits down with Dr. Jim Brady once again. This time to talk about seizures.
Jun 02, 2023•1 hr
Stop The Bleed
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.
May 26, 2023•44 min
Fundamentals of the Rapid Intervention Team and other topics with Cody Brdricko
The Alert Medic 1 team sits down with returning guest Cody Brdricko from Midwest Misfits to discuss various topics.
May 19, 2023•54 min
Endocrinology 102 w/ Dr. Jim Brady
The Alert Medic 1 team sits down with Dr Jim Brady to talk about the uncommon endocrine emergencies we may encounter.
May 06, 2023•31 min
Endocrinology 101 w/ Dr. Jim Brady
The AM1 team sits down with Dr. Jim Brady to discuss various basic aspects of endocrinology.
Apr 28, 2023•1 hr 2 min
Fundamentals of the Asthmatic Patient w/ John Wendell, MD & Colin Bender, NRP
The AM1 team sits down with Dr. John Wendell and Paramedic Colin Bender to discuss fundamentals of treating the asthmatic patient
Apr 21, 2023•1 hr 15 min
Whole Blood Fundamentals
The AM1 team discusses prehospital administration of whole blood.
Apr 14, 2023•1 hr 6 min
Crew Resource Management with B/C Michael Lambert
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 eme...
Apr 07, 2023•1 hr 31 min
Topics in Mental Health with Jasmin Cooke, LMSW
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 he...
Mar 29, 2023•2 hr
Connecticut House Bill 6581 & Implications for EMS Community Relations
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.
Mar 13, 2023•1 hr 10 min
On Leadership, with Battalion Chief Joe Cvach
The Alert Medic 1 team sits down with Battalion Chief Joe Cvach to discuss various topics in EMS and leadership
Feb 08, 2023•1 hr 12 min
On Medical Direction, with Ben Lawner, DO, MS, EMT-P
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...
Jan 31, 2023•1 hr 8 min
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