EMS On The Mountain

Sean and Mike go deep on the treatment of mild to moderate hypothermia and talk about some of the science behind raising a patient's core temperature. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/ems-on-the-mountain2030/exclusive-content

Sean and Mike dig deep into Hypothermia, what is going on when we get cold, and key treatment methods. Wilderness Medical Society Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Out-of-Hospital Evaluation and Treatment of Accidental Hypothermia: 2019 Update Mountain Emergency Medicine Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/ems-on-the-mountain2030/exclusive-content

As we approach Winter why not talk about Hyperthermia!! Why not start preparing for heat injuries early? Though, they can happen anywhere at any time. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/ems-on-the-mountain2030/exclusive-content

Today, Mike and Sean talk about what goes into being a good WEMS provider. Just like the differences between urban and austere medicine, there are differences in the individuals who provide this type of care. They talk about some of the key attributes needed, both mentally and physically, as well as some of the additional skills required to function in a WEMS environment. Lastly, they discuss whet...

Sean and Mike bring you another episode From the Mountain. This time they discuss a patent with a dislocated knee, outlining the challenges of getting an immobile patient out of the woods. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/ems-on-the-mountain2030/exclusive-content

Sean and Mike discuss what kind of physical and mental preparation one should consider when working in a wilderness setting. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/ems-on-the-mountain2030/exclusive-content

The first FROM THE MOUNTAIN Episode! Sean and Mike sit down while on duty in the mountains and discuss an encounter they had with a patient experiencing trouble breathing. They talk through the challenges of treating someone that isn't really that deep into the woods and outline how quickly things can become much more difficult when you're off the hard pack roads. This is the first episode...

Sean and Mike are joined by David Fifer, NRP, FAWM. David is one of the hosts of The Remote, Austere, and Wilderness Medicine Podcast. He has been a long-time advocate for the Paramedic profession and a leading advocate for the training and recognition of the unique aspects of wilderness medicine. The three discuss the origins of the International Board of Specialty Certification upcoming Wilderne...

Sean and Mike address the variables and minor differences in a load out kit for an ALS provider against the baseline BLS kit from Episode 13 Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/ems-on-the-mountain2030/exclusive-content

Sean and Mike talk through what you should and should not pack when making the transition to performing EMS out of a backpack instead of an ambulance. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/ems-on-the-mountain2030/exclusive-content

Applying the military principles of Prolonged Field Care to the civilian WEMS environment. Mike and Sean discuss PFC, what it is, and how it can and should be translated to WEMS care. They also discuss some planning and a brief introduction to desired WEMS equipment considerations in support of prolonged patient care Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/ems-on-the-mountain2030/exclusive...

Sean and Mike get honest about the common misconception that a couple of sticks and a length of paracord is all you need to perform wilderness medicine. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/ems-on-the-mountain2030/exclusive-content

Nothing earth shattering in this one, Mike and Sean share some thoughts on documenting patient care in a wilderness or austere setting when use of traditional ePCR software is not an option. The discussion centers on a few general guidelines for selecting your preferred tool for documentation, as well as a few things to consider when you need to document your patients' care in the wilderness a...

Sean and Mike talk about how resource availability between an urban or rural system varies from a wilderness system and what that means for patient care.  Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/ems-on-the-mountain2030/exclusive-content

So, you think the environment gets a say in environmental emergencies? How about in every emergency? When your Due is the wilderness the environment always has a say in your care decisions. Sean and Mike discuss the unique aspects to keep in mind and how the environment always gets a say.  Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/ems-on-the-mountain2030/exclusive-content

Sean and Mike dig into the unique aspects of managing pain for patients for an extended period of time in the Wilderness. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/ems-on-the-mountain2030/exclusive-content

Sean and Mike double down and discuss an article by Dr. Seth Hawkins, MD, NREMT and Dr. Tyler Prince, MD, NRP from the Wilderness Medical Society Magazine titled "The Definition of Wilderness Medicine & Wilderness EMS"  Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/ems-on-the-mountain2030/exclusive-content

In this Episode Sean and Mike cover a number of different pre-hospital medical emergencies, and how being in the back country makes things just a touch more challenging. They discuss Dehydration, Anaphylaxis, Metabolic disorders along with stroke, cardiac emergencies, environmental concerns and trouble breathing. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/ems-on-the-mountain2030/exclusive-con...

On this episode Sean and Mike discuss the details of long term extended care while carrying someone out of the backcountry using people as the main source of power. Find us on Social Media: Locals Wilderness EMS Community Facebook Instagram Twitter Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/ems-on-the-mountain2030/exclusive-content

Sean and Mike discuss the DHS Austere Emergency Medical Support (AEMS) Field Guide  and how it maps back to wilderness environments. They discuss the similarities between wilderness and austere care and how these considerations can quickly become something providers in an urban or suburban EMS system may need to take into account. Find us on Social Media: Locals Wilderness EMS Community Facebook I...

Sean and Mike discuss the differences between Wilderness First Responder programs and how they compare to professional EMS Response roles and responsibilities. Find us on Social Media: Locals Wilderness EMS Community Facebook Instagram Twitter Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/ems-on-the-mountain2030/exclusive-content

Sean and Mike introduce themselves and discuss: Out experience in the field What is Wilderness and Auster Care Contact times for patients is very different Where we work and how it’s different Find us on Social Media: Locals Wilderness EMS Community Facebook Instagram Twitter Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/ems-on-the-mountain2030/exclusive-content