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Prioritizing EMS Safety: Insights from Experts on EMS Week 2025
Episode 460

Prioritizing EMS Safety: Insights from Experts on EMS Week 2025

EMS Today

May 20, 202525m 54s

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Show Notes

Dr. Ted Lee talks with Dr. Douglas Kupas and Dr. Joanne Piccininni on the topic of EMS safety during EMS Week 2025. With decades of experience in EMS, both guests highlight the significance of prioritizing safety within the EMS community, stressing that awareness and proactive measures can prevent injuries and fatalities. They discuss the need for a cultural shift in EMS, focusing on safety practices such as seatbelt usage and risk awareness. The conversation also reflects on the tragic loss of colleagues in the line of duty, reinforcing the essential nature of mentoring and supporting new practitioners.