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
For 2 hours and 43 minutes each day, someone is influencing our providers, and ideally, it should be us
Assembly Member Rodriguez shares his EMS origin story and role in California’s legislature
EMS Chief Peggy Fonseca was fired due to budget overages and personally responding to calls
The Independence Day holiday can increase the number of intoxicated patients and bystanders you’re likely to encounter on your shift so be careful out there
Products to engage the senses and equip a comfortable, calming space
Books
Chapter 4 of this comprehensive desk reference about EMS in the U.S. untangles the origin and history of the EMS Star of Life
Offering educational options versus punitive responses can make all the difference
An organization’s ethical reputation is also a reflection of its leadership
Division Chief David Munoz on guiding members in the same direction with clarity and meaningful purpose