Few television shows have had as big of an impact on the EMS field as NBC鈥檚 1970s drama 鈥淓mergency!鈥� Airing from 1972 to 1979, the series not only entertained viewers, but also helped shape public awareness of the paramedic profession. Now, EMS providers and paramedics can revisit the high-intensity rescues of Squad 51 by streaming the show on .
鈥楨mergency!': A trailblazing series
Before 鈥淓mergency!鈥� debuted in 1972, medical dramas like 鈥淒r. Kildare鈥� and 鈥淢arcus Welby, M.D.鈥� were popular, but none focused on prehospital care. Co-producer Jack Webb worked with the Los Angeles County Fire Department to ensure the series accurately portrayed paramedics, even casting real firefighter Mike Stoker in the role of Engineer Stoker, the states.
鈥淓mergency!鈥� chronicled the daily operations of the Los Angeles County Fire Department鈥檚 Station 51, focusing on paramedics John Gage (portrayed by Randolph Mantooth) and Roy DeSoto (Kevin Tighe). The series showcased their daring rescues and the critical medical interventions performed in the field, often in collaboration with the dedicated staff at Rampart General Hospital.
The show鈥檚 impact went beyond entertainment. The Atlanta Constitution reported that after 鈥淓mergency!鈥� premiered, Los Angeles County expanded its paramedic units from three to 15, crediting the show for generating public support, according to the National Museum of America. Many EMS professionals still cite it as their inspiration for joining the field.
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For those looking to celebrate their appreciation for 鈥淓mergency!鈥� and its impact on the EMS field, a variety of themed merchandise is available:
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Whether you鈥檙e a seasoned paramedic or new to the field, 鈥淓mergency!鈥� offers both entertainment and a historical perspective on the evolution of EMS. Stream the series on NBC鈥檚 Peacock and witness the origins of modern paramedic services as dramatized in this classic show.
Nearly 50 years later, 鈥淓mergency!鈥� remains a testament to the bravery and dedication of EMS professionals, inspiring both current practitioners and future generations.
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