EMS1 Research Center
The EMS1 Research Center serves as a central access point for critical prehospital medicine research that can help drive operational and policy changes at the local, state and federal level.
Get insights into EMS provider behavior and beliefs related to hot topics like fatigue management, and participate in EMS1 polls and surveys.
Additionally, find the latest information about research conducted by esteemed EMS organizations, such as the American Ambulance Association, and National Association of EMS Physicians, among other organizations focused on provider health and wellness, patient assessment and treatment, and a variety of safety issues.
“Before you trade in your morphine for ketamine, the adverse events need to be discussed”
Why quality improvement concepts should be integrated into EMS education
Chicago Medical School organization hosts live tissue high-risk, low-frequency airway procedures clinic for paramedics
The study findings suggest a need for more CPR training in Hispanic communities
The agencies are seeking feedback on key questions that will be used to review research and develop evidence-based guidelines
The research suggests that some municipalities may be better served if agencies from other municipalities responded
Big data is readily available to EMS leaders to capture, review and apply to making change to improve patient outcomes in every community
A Canadian cellular-connected drone trial resulted in a deployment policy change after the study showed significant time saved when using drones to transport AEDs
EMS providers are asked to answer an anonymous survey to explore the need for nicotine cessation programs for providers
Researchers suggest early recruitment efforts to improve the lack of diversity in EMS, which has cultural divide, communication implications
Doctors who study pulmonary fibrosis are just beginning to focus on 9/11 victims as the long-term effects of exposure are emerging
A significant portion of first responders had new onset cognitive impairment years after their first initial cognitive test
EMS Chief Ernesto M. Rodriguez shares insights from the City of Austin EMS Department Assault Survey
The study will recruit day- and night-shift professionals and examine the on- and off-duty eating habits of EMS providers
Having a diverse EMS crew enables EMTs and paramedics to lower the language and cultural barriers, providing patients a higher level of care
The tool will be able to give first responders real-time text and visuals from social media, as well as from surveillance cameras and sensors
First responders who have been assaulted need more counseling on what they can expect from the legal system, study says
EMS at higher injury risk than all other U.S. professions
Rice University conducted an in-depth analysis of 911 calls, determining fire trucks were responding to 25% of calls where an ambulance was required
YouGov conducted a poll revealing that a majority of people believe air ambulance services are critical and should be covered by insurance companies
The study spanned from 2014 to 2018 and looked at data from 161 patients, who underwent intra-arterial thrombectomy after suffering a stroke
ResilientFirst is based on research showing the most effective way of insulating first responders from traumatic stress injuries is to increase their resilience
EMS1 and Fitch & Associates take an in-depth look at EMS trends in the U.S. and set a foundation for assessing how the EMS profession is changing
The grants will help form a national collaboration of scientists to focus on improving patient outcomes in heart disease and stroke cases
From data sharing of real-time clinical feedback, to rounding with medical directors, learn how to tackle and treat burnout in paramedics and EMTs
A study sponsored by the American Red Cross showed that bystanders are willing to stop severe bleeding by applying specialized dressings, and are willing to learn more
Those with severe brain injuries who were treated with the new protocol before they reached the hospital survived at twice the rate of those who didn’t get this new treatment
HealthEast Medical Transportation aims to gauge the confidence level of EMS providers around the country in the care of transgender patients
A collaboration between NASEMSO, NAEMSP and ACEP produced an evidence-based guideline for EMS providers to follow when considering naloxone for patient treatment
The feasibility of a telehealth program within a large EMS system highlights progress in matching healthcare resources with patient needs
EMS clinical leaders need to review and consider the research before implementing a new CPR technique
“The results will tell us if we’re sending the right resources on emergency calls and if the resources being sent are appropriate,” City Manager Patrick Urich said
A study into the critical stress issues experienced by the families of 911 operators is looking for anonymous participants for a 10-question survey
