“Women in EMS” is devoted to highlighting the unique challenges and accomplishments of female providers within the emergency medical service. We focus on key issues facing female medics, including workplace diversity, career development and navigating the demands of the job, as well as standards and initiatives to create more equitable and inclusive spaces for women.
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
Pittsburgh EMS Chief Amera Gilchrist shares the progressive plan she fervently believes will reduce staffing challenges
COMPLETE COVERAGE
A new study explores gender differences in PTSD and post-traumatic growth among firefighters, EMTs and medics
Discover the benefits of hosting an au pair
Tonya Hoover led from the top of the fire service. Her daughter, Alexandria Pecia, is now forging her own way in law enforcement
Alpena Firefighter/Paramedic Abby Smith is one of only a handful of women riding rough stock in Michigan
Danielle Thomas and Carly Strong redefine what leadership looks like in EMS
After a four-year hiatus, the FDNY’s iconic fundraising calendar is back, featuring 25 of the department’s fittest first responders
Sharon McDonough oversaw the successful launch of the 311 system, connecting Tucson residents to essential city services
Georgetown-Scott County EMS appointed Natalie Guerra as its first female assistant chief, marking a historic milestone for the department
The founders of the Women in Emergency Services association discuss their mission
Rihi Jain explores the barriers women face in EMS and provides strategies for building a more inclusive, supportive workforce
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- Ask Laurie: How can I become more resilient at work?
- Ore. FD’s only female captain retires to pursue a life of adventure
- ‘Our stories were in parallel’: Father, daughter bond over love for emergency medicine
- Ask Laurie: How to communicate workload concerns to your director
- University student aims to join growing number of female paramedics in Texas