EMS Management
The EMS management topic focuses on leadership within EMS agencies, bringing together a range of relevant columns and resources as well as the latest news on EMS department operations, budget issues and new appointments.
Leadership is about serving others, not feeding your ego
Leading through crisis without losing hope 鈥� the Stockdale Paradox in EMS
In this EMS One-Stop episode, Dr. Dave Williams explains how a new master鈥檚-level course will empower leaders to solve systemic challenges using proven methodologies 鈥� and why quality must be a leadership priority
A Baltimore City Fire Department paramedic earned $358,586 last year鈥攎ostly from overtime鈥攗nderscoring severe understaffing that fuels employee burnout, long EMS wait times, and city budget concern
Incorporating diverse perspectives and solutions from both within and outside the EMS community to foster a better future for EMS professionals
The inaugural recipient of the James O. Page Legacy Scholarship reflects on his experience at Pinnacle
Officials in Wapello County are exploring options to make EMS an essential service, requiring a voter-approved levy, as discussions continue on sustainable emergency medical solutions
The Lewes Fire Department has warned that without more funding, it will be forced to dissolve EMS in 2025, citing rising emergency calls, staffing costs and financial deficits
As volunteer shortages and financial struggles force ambulance services to shut down in Wyoming County, officials scramble for solutions
What first responders can learn about fatigue management from the U.S. Army鈥檚 doctrine on readiness
City leaders seek millions in funding to improve EMS wages
A spokesperson for Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott said overtime payments were the most common reason for the higher-than-expected pay
A new policy aims to curb sexual harassment claims, including a $350K settlement to former 鈥淛ersey Shore鈥� star and EMT Angelina Pivarnick over alleged misconduct
David M. Williams, PhD, and Mike Taigman to teach the 12-month interactive, project-based program
Interim Dougherty County EMS Director James Gibney is focused on making sure the staff has the training and equipment needed for the job
Naperville鈥檚 CART started full-time service in January, responding to mental health crises and community paramedicine calls
Dr. Alex Isakov offers updates and insights for EMS professionals on navigating the infectious disease landscape
The Sandy Springs program will be combined with a telehealth program to reduce the strain on emergency departments
Volunteer firefighters began providing regular EMS care in small towns like Colona when ambulance tax funding fell short and volunteer numbers dwindled
鈥淥ur commitment to take care of others is not a political undertaking; it represents the greatest of social contracts in helping our fellow humans in their time of need.鈥�
Former Bellingham firefighters alleged that a 2021 vaccine mandate violated their rights and caused emotional distress through a 鈥渟corched-earth鈥� enforcement policy
Program aims to recruit and train 50-75 paramedics annually to strengthen workforce
Cleveland paramedics and EMTs are arguing that the mayor鈥檚 proposed budget fails to address staffing shortages
State EMS Director Joe Schmider on how Texas鈥� data-driven plan brought in 10,915 new providers
Morgan County cut ambulance dispatches to Monroe County after non-emergency calls strained local resources, reducing responses by 85% since 2022
Albuquerque Fire Rescue Chief Emily Jaramillo said the plan to have two medics on ambulances hinders efforts to increase overall paramedic coverage citywide
The New London Fire Department鈥檚 EMS runs have increased while the number of fires has relatively stayed the same
A passerby spotted one of the Ashland Rescue Squad ambulances burning inside the station and called 911
Albuquerque Fire Rescue is enhancing emergency response by adding paramedics to four more fire engines and EMT-Intermediate responders to five engines
Eve Grau, co-founder of Royal Ambulance, a Glassdoor Employee鈥檚 Choice winner, shares the moments that matter, and how to recognize performance
From autonomous drone resupply to real-time battlefield blood transfusions, the Michigan National Guard exercise pushes the boundaries of front-line medical innovation
A unified effort among EMS agencies, hospitals and aviation units ensures faster, lifesaving treatment
On his first day, President Trump ordered federal agencies to end all 鈥渆quity-related鈥� grants and contracts, later mandating contractors to certify they don鈥檛 promote DEI
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