Laurie

Women in Emergency Services - Michigan Chapter

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With over 20 years of experience working in the EMS industry, Andrea Abbas meets with female EMS professionals to discuss thought leadership, deep personal and professional experiences, tactics to create a better professional life, and other authentically inspiring topics.

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From Homeless to Hero: Sasha’s Journey to Paramedic 24.03.2026 15:23

Once facing homelessness, Sasha fought her way through adversity to build a life dedicated to helping others in their most critical moments. In this episode, Sasha shares how her past shaped her perspective in EMS, the resilience it took to get where she is today, and how lived experience can become a powerful tool in patient care.

Juggling successfully! 17.11.2025 13:10

MedCom Center leaders Chloe & Laticia share tips on how they successfully managed multiple projects during their Center's remodel!

What to expect from our August 26 Conference! 07.08.2025 11:46

The Michigan Chapter of Women in EMS is hosting its 2nd Annual Conference at the MSU Henry Center in Lansing. Details can be found in the previous post, and registration using the QR code. If you have questions, contact Laurie Thiel, Michigan Chapter Lead at lthiel@mobilemedical.org.

The "spark" of leadership ignites 27.06.2025 18:00

Operations Supervisor Jordan shares her journey of finding her place in EMS leadership and the steps she took to prepare for this career opportunity.

Rethinking Leadership - Leah Lewis's Journey from Supervisor to Self-Discovery 06.04.2025 11:57

This podcast episode highlights the importance of having effective mentoring programs both internally and externally as one advances their career.

Time management: Is there a secret sauce? 17.12.2024 23:02

Michigan Chapter Leader Laurie Thiel & Chapter team member Andrea Abbas share tips for accomplishing more during their workday.

EMS leader reflects on her deployment after Hurricane Helene 24.10.2024 31:30

Michigan's chapter team member, Andrea Abbas, shares a heartwarming experience after returning from Hurricane Helene's deployment.

Conflict: How do you contribute to the problem? 05.09.2024 21:50

Michigan Chapter leaders Andrea Abbas & Laurie Thiel discuss conflict in the EMS work environment.

What to expect at the August 27, 2024 conference in Lansing, Michigan! 02.08.2024 12:26

Michigan Chapter Leader Laurie Thiel and Chapter Advisor Katie Arens discuss the upcoming August 27, 2024 conference at the Henry Center in Lansing. The conference starts at 8 a.m. for networking and 9 a.m. for the actual conference. EMS CEUs and lunch are provided. For more information and to register, click on this link. You can also email Laurie Thiel at lthiel@mobilemedical.org for more inform...

The controversy with 24-hour shifts 15.07.2024 20:48

Andrea Abbas and Laurie Thiel discuss the ongoing challenges with 24-hour shifts and whether eliminating them is the answer in an industry already struggling with short-staffing.

Andrea Abbas shares transitioning back into EMS Operations! 14.06.2024 18:40

Michigan Chapter Leader Laurie Thiel speaks with founding WiES member Andrea Abbas on her career transition into Operations. For more information about Women in Emergency Services - Michigan Chapter, email lthiel@mobilemedical.org!

Grieving EMS with Brook Atkinson 23.04.2024 22:57

Previous SCT, I/C leader and paramedic, Brook Atkinson, joins guest host Michigan Chapter leader, Laurie Thiel covering Brook's 38-year journey through EMS.