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
There are shining stars in our profession who work hard to promote quality, and strive for performance improvement while minimizing the blame game
Although we seem to have grown accustomed to instant communication, experts wonder if this inability to “disconnect” will have a negative impact on today’s managers
We can recognize our responders and celebrate their victories every day using the tools of social media
Contrary to popular belief, patient care reports are not created for the singular purpose of feeding the voracious appetites of greedy lawyers
The Horry County Crisis Intervention Team is a peer-driven support group to provide help to responders
One can observe Crew Resource Management techniques in action when a team of experts presents on the topic
Dan Eggleston, Chief of Albemarle, Va., Fire Rescue outlined why fire-based EMS is a good idea for these departments at Fire-Rescue Med 2011