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EMS One-Stop: The countdown to Pinnacle is on.

Anthony Minge joins EMS One-Stop host Rob Lawrence to preview the biggest themes at Pinnacle 2026, from retention and burnout to AI, drones, blood delivery and the challenges redefining EMS.

SPECIAL REPORTS
Learn how EMS agencies can create interoperable systems of care, strengthen community partnerships and secure funding to support long-term program success
Download this EMS1 inventory management software buying guide to learn key steps for product selection, purchasing and implementation
UPCOMING & ON-DEMAND EVENTS
Anthony Minge previews the biggest themes at Pinnacle 2026, from retention and burnout to AI, drones, blood delivery and the challenges redefining EMS
Learn how EMS leaders are approaching AI with clarity, confidence and operational focus
Practical strategies to build influence, engage policymakers and drive meaningful industry change
Learn how public safety agencies can overcome recruitment roadblocks with real-world strategies rooted in leadership, transparency and cultural change
What the rule changes mean for EMS and how agencies can reduce risk, lighten administrative burden and support better patient care
Harnessing next-generation clinical guidance to reduce chaos and enhance confidence for EMS providers
Lessons from agencies mastering real-time collaboration under pressure
End the burnout cycle with proven initiatives to create a more sustainable EMS culture
This informative webinar will provide key information on how two public safety agencies (one police and one fire) funded comprehensive smartphone programs that provided issued devices to all personnel.
Hear from survey investigators as they share data-driven strategies to improve EMS documentation across agencies
INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
Survey data reveals why resilient communications are becoming essential to response effectiveness, personnel safety and patient care
Its platform gives first responders full visibility into equipment, supplies and compliance
As oversight increases, EMS agencies have an opportunity to modernize workflows and reduce administrative strain
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Emergency management expert Mike Marsh explains why the best exercises are designed to expose weaknesses and prepare agencies for everything from America 250 or the FIFA World Cup to county fairs
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The off-duty EMS1 topic highlights off-duty incidents involving EMS personnel, off-duty passions of EMS providers and other industry-relevant information related to off-duty activities.
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From skipped meals to nonstop radios, you can’t control the clock. What you can control is how you recover, reset and protect yourself for a career that lasts.
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Diagnostic equipment enables EMS providers to assess patient conditions quickly and accurately in the field. This topic encompasses various tools, including pulse oximeters, ECG monitors, capnography devices, glucometers, and blood pressure monitors. Effective use of diagnostic equipment supports clinical decision-making, guides treatment, and improves patient outcomes. EMS professionals must stay informed about new technologies, device features, and maintenance requirements to ensure optimal performance. For related tools used during transport and care, see Ambulance Disposable Supplies. Browse the articles in this topic to learn how diagnostic equipment supports prehospital assessment and care delivery.
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The Software product category features information, product listings and resources for researching EMS software solutions and covers a variety of software products such as billing, field data and scheduling software, as well as computer-aided dispatch (CAD) and electronic patient care reporting (ePCR).
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