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.
SPOTLIGHT ON AI
From NEMSAC fallout to WHO recognition, Kupas unpacks the moments that defined his presidency — and previews how the annual meeting will push EMS forward
LEADERSHIP INSIGHTS
Follow a triaged response to what is posted and remember to discipline the behavior, not the content
Here are five ways EMS is leading the way and doing more to prevent death by suicide
Dive into a curated collection of must-read public safety books, from thrilling accounts and leadership lessons from the front lines, to read-aloud children’s favorites
Books
Explore the books EMS leaders, EMS1 contributors and experts recommend to advance your career, build leadership skills and inspire the next generation
From collapsing comms to makeshift evacuations, Katrina showed EMS leaders what true preparedness looks like. Now’s the time to embed those lessons before the next storm hits.
Simple steps can go a long way toward protecting public safety agencies in an evolving cyber-risk environment
Why the termination of NEMSAC is a giant loss to EMS
A video of a patient encounter sparked outrage, calls for termination and debate among EMS1 readers about discipline, bystander response and cultural accountability
In this “Leadership Crucible” podcast conversation, Blue Origin’s Dr. Todd Mosher shares powerful lessons in resilience, trust, and mission-driven leadership that public safety professionals can apply on the ground