EMS on AIR

EMS on AIR Podcast

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EMS on AIR is an education and entertainment podcast designed to keep healthcare providers safe, informed, and prepared. The EMS on AIR Podcast was originally launched in response to the COVID-19 pandemic as a way to communicate efficiently and directly with EMS personnel. Now, we’ve started branching out to all things healthcare but still tailored with the national EMS audience in mind. This podcast has begun to transform into a bridge between subject matter experts, the most recent data, and the EMS providers who make a difference every day in the field. The EMS on AIR Podcast is hosted by G...

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E6: COVID-19 Emergency EMS Protocol Review - April 3, 2020 07.04.2020 29:03

In today’s episode, we cover the changes made to Emergency Protocol 8-41 and introduce EMS to Emergency Protocol 8-46. All emergency protocols can be found on the OCMCA Protocols App and website. The Oakland County Medical Control Authority (OCMCA) has produced this podcast series in response to the concerns of our communities regarding the coronavirus disease (COVID-19). It provides context, d...

E5: COVID-19 Emergency EMS Protocol Review - March 27, 2020 31.03.2020 36:40

In today’s episode, we walk through each of the OCMCA System Emergency Protocols related to the COVID-19 pandemic. All emergency protocols can be found on the OCMCA Protocols App and website. The Oakland County Medical Control Authority (OCMCA) has produced this podcast series in response to the concerns of our communities regarding the coronavirus disease (COVID-19). It provides context, dire...

E4: Hey doc, we have COVID-19 questions - March 25, 2020 30.03.2020 37:59

In today’s episode, Dr. McGraw provides an update of the state of emergency and how it’s affecting us here at home. He also spends time answering many of the questions that we’ve received. In addition, we cover new information recently released by the State of Michigan Department of Health and Human Services that applies directly to EMS. And, Bonnie gives us an update regarding the status of ou...

E3: Hey doc, we have COVID-19 questions - March 19, 2020 29.03.2020 40:47

A LOT has happened over the last few weeks and EMS is wondering what to do now and what to expect next. It’s safe to say there are more questions than answers. In this episode, Dr. Steve McGraw, the OCMCA EMS Medical Director, answers questions from EMS providers in our system. In addition, Bonnie Kincaid, OCMCA Executive Director, gives an update regarding the availability of PPE. The Oakl...

E2: Airway treatment considerations in COVID-19 patients - March 16, 2020 28.03.2020 44:17

This episode is a follow up to our first podcast that was recorded on March 5, 2020, which focused on EMS awareness and response to COVID-19. Since then, a LOT has happened and Dr. Steve McGraw, the OCMCA EMS Medical Director, provides an update on the status of the situation and what EMS should be prepared for. Dr. McGraw also gives EMS some tips and tricks to consider regarding treating the air...

E1: EMS, let me introduce you to COVID-19 - March 5, 2020 27.03.2020 32:29

In the first ever EMS On Air Podcast episode, Dr. Steve McGraw (EMS Medical Director for the Oakland County Medical Control Authority) provides an overview of the developing pandemic, and what EMS can expect and what we need to be prepared for. The Oakland County Medical Control Authority (OCMCA) has produced this podcast series in response to the concerns of our communities regarding the corona...