As AI tools move quickly from concept to deployment, EMS leaders face practical questions about value, risk and readiness. This series provides clear, applied guidance for chiefs, directors and agency leaders on how to evaluate and implement AI to support clinical care, reduce documentation burden, improve decision-making, streamline operations and simplify workforce management.
From NEMSAC fallout to WHO recognition, Kupas unpacks the moments that defined his presidency — and previews how the annual meeting will push EMS forward
SPOTLIGHT ON AI
From suspended Medicare funding to unchecked artificial intelligence, unpacking the issues threatening the system
LEADERSHIP INSIGHTS
Although you might not realize it or ever even know, someone will see you at your best moments and your worst
NNT has influenced prehospital care, including use of CPAP and going from ABC to CAB in CPR practice
In nearly every set of clinical protocols, there are provisions for EMS personnel to exercise judgment when necessary
Chief Dukes also serves as member of Board of Directors for International Association of Emergency Medical Service Chiefs
Meetings promoted mutual goal of advancing EMS leadership at the local, state/provincial, national levels collectively
There’s nothing like hopping a ride in the back of an ambulance and observing or providing care at the scene
We should all be taking our state EMS officials to task over outdated and overly restrictive protocols
Earth Day, or any day, is a good time to see what you can do at your agency and home to save both resources and money
Follow these 5 steps, and maintain high documentation standards to increase your collection rates