NAEMT [...]]]> The GenMed Show visits the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP.org) sponsored Podcast Studio at EMS World Expo 2011. In this episode hosts Natalie Quebodeaux and Random Ward welcome NAEMT’s Jules Scadden on the show to talk about what this organization does for emergency medical providers here in the U.S.

NAEMT is the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians. This national organization represents us all for policies and information with the Federal as well as State and local governments. Natalie, aka “Ms Paramedic” and Random chat with Jules about why it important to be members of this organization and to take an active part in the activities both locally and nationally.

This episode of the GenMed Show was sponsored by the NAEMT and the ProMed network thanks them for their support. Special thanks to MedicCast.tv for making this video podcast possible!

Natalie & Scott Kier tackle the topic of what it takes to become an FTO, when and what you need to do to get yourself [...]]]> Definition; A Field Training Officer (FTO) is an experienced or senior member of an organization who is responsible for the training and evaluation of a junior or probationary level member.

Natalie & Scott Kier tackle the topic of what it takes to become an FTO, when and what you need to do to get yourself ready to begin (officially) sharing the knowledge bestowed to you by others through your training & work experience.

Direct Link: http://genmedshow.com/podcasts/episode_012.mp3

He joins guests Scott Kier (Two episodes in a row!) [...]]]> … well, it looks like EMS Expo was the time. The Happy Medic has been threatening to take over GenMed for MONTHS now, and he’s finally defeated our ninjas, outsmarted our scientists, and made it past all of our defenses, to take over the show.

He joins guests Scott Kier (Two episodes in a row!) and superstar director (and paramedic) Ted Setla. These two can be found on twitter at @medicsbk and @setla, respectively.

Show topic? Expanding the role of EMS. The times are changing, and EMS needs to lead the curve, not respond to it. Listen on to get more great discussion about this!

http://genmedshow.com/podcasts/episode_011.mp3

The show topic is Preceptors (Scott & Natalie) and Preceptees (Jeremiah & April). Discussions about the whole thing from start to finish from both sides of the coin, and all aspects [...]]]> Natalie Quebodeaux & Jeremiah Bush broadcast live from the EMS Expo 2010 show floor, with guests Scott Kier (@medicsbk) and new Paramedic April Saling!

The show topic is Preceptors (Scott & Natalie) and Preceptees (Jeremiah & April). Discussions about the whole thing from start to finish from both sides of the coin, and all aspects of the experience.

As usual, don’t forget to tweet us, facebook us, email us, or even call us if you have any comments, questions, or suggestions!

#1) Nat & Jer’s service got a new ambulance to trial! Decked to the nines with modern patient care equipment, diagnostic monitors, and data sync. Seeing as they’re a rural service, this will let the doctors in hospital get a much better idea of how their [...]]]> Hey guys! Big announcements from GenMed this morning!

#1) Nat & Jer’s service got a new ambulance to trial! Decked to the nines with modern patient care equipment, diagnostic monitors, and data sync. Seeing as they’re a rural service, this will let the doctors in hospital get a much better idea of how their patient is doing on the way in.

#2) Scott has a plane ticket! Can you guess where?

#3) It’s gonna be a GenMed weekend! Podcast being recorded live on saturday! (Have you figgured it out yet?)

Listen to the podcast to have all of your questions answered!

This week we tackle the kind of mindset and positive living choices you need to keep yourself in good physical, psychological, and professional help.

Expect a follow-up article [...]]]> Professional Limbo. We all get there at some point. Between semesters/courses. Waiting to get hired after school. Transitioning from one job or position or city to another.

This week we tackle the kind of mindset and positive living choices you need to keep yourself in good physical, psychological, and professional help.

Expect a follow-up article with more of it broken down in writing, as well as an interview with none other than Jon Kellett of http://www.thebodytemple.ca , who has some VERY motivational messages and suggestions on the topic.

As usual, let us know what you think, leave us a voicemail, email, or tweet even, and we’ll try to read them on the show in the next episode!

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FIRESTORM follows The Los Angeles City Fire Department undereducated population. The LAFD handles all emergency medical services for the city of Los Angeles, and currently 82% of the department’s work is [...]]]> Natalie and Jeremiah welcome special guest Sam Bradley to the show, and talk about their experience in San Francisco at the FIRESTORM Movie premiere.

FIRESTORM follows The Los Angeles City Fire Department undereducated population. The LAFD handles all emergency medical services for the city of Los Angeles, and currently 82% of the department’s work is medical, rather than fire-related. Eleven hospitals have closed in just five years in LA, and the challenge of delivering more than 500 patients per day to a shrinking number of hospitals is overwhelming to the LAFD. With resources strained, and 911 being used for everything from heart attacks to stomach aches, LAFD paramedics have become virtual “doctors in a box”.

Jeremiah has Worked in Los Angeels since 2006, and Sam for the first half of her career. They bring a local prospective to the discussion, contrasted by Natalie, and her experience in Louisiana.

As usual, let us know what you think, leave us a voicemail, email, or tweet even, and we’ll try to read them on the show in the next episode!

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Email: genmedshow@gmail.com
Recorded voicemail line: (646) 502-4097 x18889

As usual, let [...]]]> In this episode Natalie and Jeremiah and special guest Scott Kier (@medicsbk) discuss their recent trip to NAEMT’s inaugural event: EMS on the Hill in Washington DC. They talk about the policies being pushed by EMS leaders and field medics alike and why they are relevant to all in the healthcare industry.

As usual, let us know what you think, leave us a voicemail, email, or tweet even, and we’ll try to read them on the show in the next episode!

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Facebook: Become a fan! (If you aren’t already a fan of GenMed on Facebook, be sure to join our fan page to see exclusive pictures from the interview and the event!)

… also, we welcome Jeremiah as a host of GenMed!

Exciting times, indeed.

Feedback? Let us know what you think!

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Recorded voicemail line: (646) 502-4097 x18889

(You’ll find the [...]]]> This week, we talk about workplace stress, how people cope, and what happens when coping doesn’t work.

… also, we welcome Jeremiah as a host of GenMed!

Exciting times, indeed.

Feedback? Let us know what you think!

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(You’ll find the research & show notes in the “more” section below)

Research & Show Notes:

PTSD Notes (A summary document): http://docs.google.com/View?id=dfc3n98x_326g8jzvzfd

Wiki: “PTSD” – http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Posttraumatic_stress_disorder

Wiki: “CISM” – http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Critical_incident_stress_management

“International Critical Incident Stress Foundation, Inc.” – http://www.icisf.org/

“An exploration of work-related stress in Northern Ireland community pharmacy: a qualitative study.” – http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20214267

“Effective ways to handle medical practice workplace stress.” – http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20222256

“How to Reduce and Manage Job and Workplace Stress” – http://helpguide.org/mental/work_stress_management.htm

(TITLE) – http://www.psychiatrictimes.com/display/article/10168/54486?verify=0 (Requires Registration)

As mentioned earlier in the week, Meris (@medic61) and Jared (@myrtlife), were able to attend EMS Today 2010 in Baltimore.

The experience was amazing! Amidst all of the great new products on the show floor, socializing with the coolest EMS tweeps, crab cakes, free swag, and much more, we had [...]]]> Here it is!

As mentioned earlier in the week, Meris (@medic61) and Jared (@myrtlife), were able to attend EMS Today 2010 in Baltimore.

The experience was amazing! Amidst all of the great new products on the show floor, socializing with the coolest EMS tweeps, crab cakes, free swag, and much more, we had the opportunity to interview Justin Schorr, Mark Glencorse and Ted Setla about the Chronicles effect, social media versus face-to-face interaction, and how we believe EMS 2.0 will affect our generation.

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Email: genmedshow@gmail.com
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Hey guys! We’re SO sorry about the delay on this one. On top of the technical glitches we had recording the show, some health and school issues decided to take their toll on just about every single one of the GenMed hosts, all at once.

Doesn’t matter though! We’ve [...]]]> (a.k.a. “His name was Robert Paulson”)

Hey guys! We’re SO sorry about the delay on this one. On top of the technical glitches we had recording the show, some health and school issues decided to take their toll on just about every single one of the GenMed hosts, all at once.

Doesn’t matter though! We’ve got your episode! We’re talking about BODY MODIFICATION. What’s acceptable? What’s Taboo? Where is the line in the sand? How can we work constructively with our management/administration. This one’s going to definitely get “under some people’s skin”, I promise!

Listen Now! (or Right-Click to Save-as!)

(as usual, the player’s after the break below!)

Call in at (646) 502-4097 x18889 or send us an email [genmedshow at gmail.com] for feedback!

(Apologies for the audio glitches, we did our best to clean everything up!)

If anyone would like to call in with comments, feedback, or thoughts about the show content, the number [...]]]> Here it is folks! We’ve posted enough about it, so I’ll keep this short & sweet! Listen here, or download from the link below.

(Apologies for the audio glitches, we did our best to clean everything up!)

If anyone would like to call in with comments, feedback, or thoughts about the show content, the number is (646) 502-4097 x18889