Innovation

Pinnacle EMS Quick Take: Lead EMS by rocking the boat

Jay Fitch, PhD, explains the importance of disruption for EMS to innovate and prepare for the rapid change coming to the industry

5 tips to stay up-to-date with the latest and greatest in EMS

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Prehospital administration of Brilinta to STEMI patients caught me by surprise; this is how I strive to stay in the know as a paramedic

Proactive EMS approaches to opioid response (eBook)

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Bound Tree Medical

Download this free eBook to learn what steps your agency can take to fight the opioid abuse epidemic

United Hatzalah debuts innovative electric ‘Mini-Lance’

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The compact electrical Smart car allows two responders to travel with a full complement of medical equipment

NJ hospital adds four solar-powered ambulances to fleet

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The new vehicles will save fuel and use the energy to provide mobile Wi-Fi access

Community paramedic program cuts mental health patient call volume

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By triaging patients with mental illness, especially repeat users, the Grady EMS Upstream Crisis Intervention Group provider has improved care, saved significant money and boosted morale

First penis transplant could bring hope to injured soldiers

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Penis transplants have generated interest among veterans, but they will require more extensive surgery since their injuries tend to be more extensive

NY hospital unveils environmentally friendly ambulance

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The "green" ambulance functions without having to idle its engine, which will significantly decrease emissions and air pollution

Virginia Tech Rescue Squad to add ambulance solar panels

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The addition is expected to reduce their carbon footprint by up to 10 percent annually; they're also building waste-reduction awareness and education among their members