Prehospital Paradigm Podcast

Extra Monday Episode Part 3: What's behind the EMS Institute at UH?

We are continuing on with the theme of providing a behind-the-scenes look at the University's EMS Institute.  This episode, the crew talk about the Institute's event medi

The BLS of EMS – What Actually Matters? Part 3

Bringing this episode to a close, the crew talks specific BLS skills such as AEDs, high-quality compressions, simple head positioning changes, wound packing, hypothermia

The BLS of EMS – What Actually Matters? Part 2

As the BLS review and update continues, the discussion of proper ventilation adjuncts and techniques, massive bleeding control, i.e. tourniquets and direct pressure, and

The BLS of EMS – What Actually Matters, Part 1

The team assembled to review basic live support assessments, theories and treatment modalities.  This episode discusses the importance of a good BLS background understand

Heat Emergencies for EMS Providers - Part 3

In this portion of the podcast, we start talking about how EMS and fire can be a part of prevention of heat emergencies.  In addition, the crew talks about not having "he

Heat Emergencies for EMS Providers - Part 2

As the team continues the discussion about heat emergencies, the reminder has to be noted that patient medications and medications within the EMS drug box, can affect how

Heat Emergencies for EMS Providers - Part 1

Time does matter! The team, minus Scott, get together to talk about heat-related emergencies. Data shows greater than 119,000 ED visits are attributed to heat emergencies

Behind the EMS Institute - Part 2

Behind the EMS Institute - Part 2 As part of our Extra Monday episodes, we are continuing the series of what makes the Institute unique and supportive of public safety/

Spinal Motion Restrictions for EMS - Part 3

Spinal Motion Restrictions for EMS - Part 3 Over all, 20+ studies leading back to 1989,  the research does seem to indicate that restraining the spine has no affect on

Spinal Motion Restrictions for EMS - Part 2

The re-education of spinal immobilization methods continues to be the discussion.  Cervical collars, backboards and vacuum mattresses… all come into question! 

Stroke Patient Care for EMS - Part 4 Live

Thanks to the North Ridgeville Fire Department for hosting the podcast crew as we take on an open discussion regarding stroke patient care for EMS.

Spinal Motion Restrictions for EMS - Part 1

Dr. Hill, Scott and A.J. Joseph gather to talk about the NAEMSP journal of prehospital care research topic of SMR, Spinal Motion Restrictions.  Hits been a hot topic for

Stroke Patient Care for EMS - Part 3

As the crew heads into part 3, managing the blood pressure of a patient experiencing a possible stroke.  Certainly, the idea of using medical control is the best option. 

Stroke Patient Care for EMS - Part 2

The crew and Kelly Montgomery continue the discussion of the assessment an care of patients experiencing strokes.  And what happens when a possible MI becomes a complicat

Stroke Patient Care for EMS - Part 1

The crew meets up with Kelly Montgomery, Stroke Center Supervisor at University Hospitals of Cleveland. In Part 1, the basics of stroke assessment, ischemic vs. thromboti

Understanding Sepsis for EMS - Live at Howland Fire Department

In this episode of the Pre-Hospital Paradigm Podcast, Caleb Ferroni is in the host seat again with co-hosts Dr. John Hill and Ray Pace as they welcome Dr. Garlisi as thei

Understanding Sepsis for EMS - Part 3

The crew, and Dr. Garlisi, wind up the discussion regarding assessment of and treatment of patients with symptoms of sepsis.  Part of the assessment is... REALLY counting

Understanding Sepsis for EMS - Part 2

The crew furthers the discussion of what a "sepsis alert" is.  From the prehospital perspective as well as what occurs within the ED when an alert is activated…such as ra

Understanding Sepsis for EMS - Part 1

Dr Andrew Garlisi joins the team to go deep on the topic of sepsis. His "why" as to his interest into patients with sepsis is personal.  He starts off with the basics at

Extra Monday Episode - What's Behind the EMS Institute at UH

We're doing something unique for the Extra Monday Episodes of 2026.  Thanks to Wes' suggestion, we're going to overview with what all the EMS Institute is involved.  EMSI