Calling all Nurses interested in MedFlight ---if you are a nurse and interested in critical care transport here at MedFlight, this is the podcast for you. Who would not enjoy caring for critical care patients in a back of a helicopter or MICU? Join Sally Betz, Brandon Carter, Jason Pierce and I (Steve Borghese) as we lay the foundation needed to be a serious candidate for a job here at MedFlight. We will learn from our panel their career background on how they got into critical care transport an...
Jan 22, 2020•52 min
The MedFlight Education Team heads over to Grant Medical Center (Columbus, Ohio) to discuss all things related to cardiac STEMI. We are proud to host on this MedFlight radio podcast Doctor Tejas Mehta, Cardiac Interventionists with 18 years of cardiac experience, and Kathy Taylor, STEMI Coordinator/Cardiac Outcomes Manager, at Grant Medical Center. Our discussion starts with a few great STEMI case reviews with images where processes and protocols worked like clockwork and the patients had great ...
Dec 01, 2019•57 min
Calling all Paramedics ---if you are a paramedic and are interested in critical care transport here at MedFlight, this is the podcast for you. Who would not enjoy a helicopter or an MICU truck equipped to take ventilators, Balloon Pumps, and Impella Devices (just to name a few things) as your prime vehicle for transport? Jason Pierce and I from the MedFlight Education Department sit down with Steve Cook and Scott Gano and lay the foundation needed to be a serious candidate for a job here at MedF...
Sep 04, 2019•37 min
MedFlight Radio is at The Ohio State University Medical Center talking Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) with Dr. Shraddha Mainali. In this episode we review a case study, along with all the information you will need and more on recognition and management of TBI patients. Dr Mainali is a Neurologist at the Ohio State University in Columbus, OH. She specializes in taking care of patients with stroke and other severely ill patients with Neurological conditions in the Neuro ICU, including traumatic brai...
Sep 03, 2019•52 min
In this episode of MedFlight Radio, join Steve and Chris as they head to Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus, Ohio to talk about pulmonary embolisms (PE). They are joined by Dr. Michael Jolly and Dr. Chris Huff, both with over 10 years experience in cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology. We will also hear from Sara Anderson, who is the Advanced Heart and Vascular Clinical Program Coordinator. This 40 minute podcast starts off with a PE case that resulted in ECMO (picture belo...
Jul 05, 2019•41 min
MedFlight Education Team is at it again with another podcast. This time we have involved Dr Brian Katz (Neuro Vascular Specialist) and Michelle Hill (Stroke Program Coordinator) at OhioHealth Riverside Hospital Stroke Program Team. With their expertise we tackle all the tough questions related to Stroke and Stroke Care. We broke it up into two different podcast one focusing on non-hemorrhage stroke and specific treatment including TPA/vascular intervention and the second podcast digging deep int...
May 26, 2019•29 min
MedFlight Education Team is at it again with another podcast. This time we have involved Dr Brian Katz (Neuro Vascular Specialist) and Michelle Hill (Stroke Program Coordinator) at OhioHealth Riverside Hospital Stroke Program Team. With their expertise we tackle all the tough questions related to Stroke and Stroke Care. We broke it up into two different podcast one focusing on non-hemorrhagic stroke and specific treatment including TPA/vascular intervention and the second podcast digging deep in...
May 21, 2019•35 min
In this Case Study episode, Steve interviews crew members who transported an ECMO patient from Fairfield Medical Center to OSU. Hear about their experience with this complex patient, and what they learned.
Feb 28, 2019•37 min
Dr. Dietrich sat down with Dr. Stoner from Nationwide Children's Hospital to discuss pediatric patients in DKA (diabetic ketoacidosis) and some of the challenges that may be encountered. Stay Safe!!
May 26, 2016•15 min
This is Dr. Kincaid's first case study discussing a patient she treated that suffered a gunshot wound in the back. Stay Safe!!
Apr 10, 2016•25 min
Amanda sat down with Dr. Michelle Kincaid and discusses her background, experience, and her upcoming case studies here on MedFlight Radio!!! Thanks Dr. Kincaid!!
Apr 10, 2016•12 min
In this episode Amanda was at the Ohio ITLS Conference in Columbus and spoke with Anthony Cellitti and Dr. John Pakiela about Mercy Health Systems MD-1 program. This program puts physicians in the field responding with EMS personnel. With active shooter situations on everyones mind, they discussed training that is in development to teach casualty care to school teachers/staff and those in other professions. Thank you for tuning in!! Stay Safe!!...
Apr 08, 2016•22 min
We are happy to welcome the Ohio Department of Transportation to MedFlight Radio! Press Secretary Matt Bruning joins us to discuss what ODOT does, and what YOU can do as citizens and first responders to ensure they can do their job as efficiently as possible. We also cover some road statistics in Ohio such as, how many accidents were caused by distracted drivers as well as deer collisions. We also reviewed how ODOT is making drivers aware of fatality rates for the year. Learn more about the Ohio...
Feb 11, 2016•57 min
In this episode we discuss some exciting happenings at OhioHealth EMS . Amanda was joined by System Director Holly Herron and System Medical Director Dr. Robert Lowe. Besides discussing OhioHealth EMS, they also discuss the scholarship program developed in conjunction with Medcare Ambulance and the spring 2 day EMS conference. Thank you for listening. Stay Safe!!!
Jan 17, 2016•40 min
In this episode, Amanda sat down with Bill Fauconneau and Lee Johnston to discuss landing zone safety as well as some setup/safety differences during winter weather. Wishing you all a Very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!! Stay Safe!!
Dec 23, 2015•28 min
Fredericktown EMS Chief Rick Lanuzza joins MedFlight Radio to talk about his experience using the Metro Alert App when a helicopter is needed at a remote scene. For our users, we go over some of the newest updates to the app. You can download the app from your device's app store by searching for "Metro Alert" and then choosing MedFlight from the drop down list. Thanks for listening and stay safe!!
Dec 04, 2015•25 min
State of Ohio Fire Marshal, Larry Flowers, joins the show to talk about emergency vehicle traffic safety. In central Ohio, the Madison Twp FD had an engine struck head on by a vehicle while responding to an emergency scene. Their pre-planned safety measures kept the crew safe although the engine sustained moderate front end damage. Our thanks to Fire Marshal Flowers for joining us at the Ohio Fire & EMS Expo! You can find out more about the Ohio State Fire Marshal's office at www.com.oh.gov/...
Nov 05, 2015•34 min
In this episode Dr. Dietrich brings you some case studies, makes you think about the diagnosis, and then discusses what your concerns should be. Also head over to the Second Shift Podcast at FlightBridgeEd to check out Aaron's guest "appearance" with Eric Bauer and Mike Verkest!!
Aug 25, 2015•18 min
We had an opportunity to sit down with Mel House, the Executive Director of the Ohio Dept. of EMS. Director House wanted to share with our listeners what their responsibilities are and how they go about fulfilling those responsibilites. Director House also took time to give some facts about certifications, the recertification process, and to also dispelled some rumors. We also took this opportunity to discuss the new legistlation passed by the Ohio House of Representatives that allows paramedics...
Aug 01, 2015•35 min
Great EMS education is offered all over Ohio, but rarely in a setting that allows your entire family to vacation while you learn. "Trauma in the Hills" is offered by our partners at Hocking County EMS and is coming up in the fall. The PERFECT time to visit Ohio's Hocking Hills, one of the most beautiful locations in the state. Thanks to HCEMS Chief Scott Brooker and paramedic Josh Hodson for inviting MedFlight Radio to their station! We're looking forward to the conference. Tune in to find out m...
Jun 20, 2015•24 min
In this episode Dr. Dietrich discusses pediatric abdominal trauma. If you aren't familiar with the Metro Alert App that we discussed in our last episode please listen here or go to www.medflight.com for more info. Meigs County EMS will be hosting a Post Traumatic Stress Workshop this Saturday June 6 @ 10am. This is an excellent opportunity to hear from PTSD experts. The workshop will be held at Meigs High School. Thank you for listening and stay safe....
Jun 04, 2015•19 min
Would you like the ability to request a helicopter for your patient using a mobile app? In this episode we discuss how to use MedFlight's Metro Alert App . Amanda explains what happens "behind the scenes" and also discusses some of the do's and don'ts when utilizing the app. MedFlight Metro Alert App 10TV News Segment Also Dr. Dietrich will be discussing pediatric seizures. Make sure you check out the Convene First Responder website. This endeavour being developed by Matthew Currin , is a social...
May 06, 2015•41 min
Take 45 minutes from your day to listen to this powerful testimony from DavePaul Lane.... a paramedic who became a patient himself, and was almost lost his life, when he treated his shift and equipment as "routine". This broadcast was recorded at the 2015 Tri-State Fire/EMS Conference in Portsmouth, OH, on March 28th. No one left the conference without being effected by his story. DavePaul has turned a tragic day into a learning experience for us all, and focuses on impacting firefighters, EMS, ...
Apr 10, 2015•54 min
In this episode we discuss an article published in the winter 2015 Edition of Vertical 911 magazine. The authors (Iain Holmes and Debra Milliner) discuss the importance of a thorough pre flight. This article is the first of a series aimed at those looking to make a move into helicopter emergency medical services. However, this information has an application in any public safety discipline. Please check out this video which gives the viewer a glimpse of the Commlab at the Helicopter Flight Traini...
Mar 13, 2015•23 min
It this episode we are bringing you another journal club discussion from Dr. Ann Dietrich. For this discussion we are looking at three studies released in 2014. Paramedics Accurately Apply the Pediatric Assessment Triangle Understanding Safety in Prehospital Emergency Medical Services for Children Pediatric Traumatic Arrest Due to Blunt Trauma Please help us by telling your friends and collegues about MedFlight Radio! As always stay safe and stay in touch!...
Feb 23, 2015•11 min
In this episode we review why we use Atropine and how it works. Let us know if you have any questions or suggestions. Stay Safe.
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In this episode we introduce you to a new member of the MedFlight family. Maggie Standley recently joined the HR department as an intern. Welcome Maggie!! Additionally, we are bringing you a discussion Amanda had with representatives of the Ohio EMS Chiefs Association . She was joined by: Chief Mike Schulling - Delaware County EMS Chief Rich Callebs - Athens County EMS Chief Anita Stechschulte - Putnam County EMS They discussed how EMS is unique in Ohio and the purpose of the OEMSCA. If you have...
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