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
EMS can be a major player in clinical medicine, operational delivery and healthcare changes, decreasing morbidity and mortality
Separating community health care and 911 response will help distinguish EMS as first responders
A study on the keywords used in stroke 911 calls identifies a need for community education and the utility of EMD protocols
EMS sleep practices, the opioid epidemic, community paramedicine and patient transport mark some of the biggest issues to watch in 2018
What are your top personal and professional accomplishments and goals for the future?
Two economists conclude that Uber availability has reduced EMS ambulance transport by 7 percent in major U.S. cities
This year’s profiled EMS pioneers shared an experienced perspective on EMS training and education, leadership and opportunities
Higher education can help EMS providers tackle the five biggest challenges facing emergency services today
Patient hand-offs are an intersection between healthcare providers where critical information is shared regarding the mutual patient