2018 Speakers
Session 1:
Dr. Brian Clemency
High Quality CPR
A lot of research has shown that performing high quality CPR not ‘scoop and run,’ should be priority with cardiac arrest patients. Physicians have found that the greatest rate of survival occurs when responders stay on the scene to focus on high-quality CPR and defibrillation. This presentation will focus on why it is so important to make sure to work the scene before making a mad dash to the hospital.
Dr. Brian Clemency
High Quality CPR
A lot of research has shown that performing high quality CPR not ‘scoop and run,’ should be priority with cardiac arrest patients. Physicians have found that the greatest rate of survival occurs when responders stay on the scene to focus on high-quality CPR and defibrillation. This presentation will focus on why it is so important to make sure to work the scene before making a mad dash to the hospital.
Session 2:
Bryan Brauner
Communication
A large part of being an EMS provider comes back to how we communicate. Communication is important when not only dealing with the patient, but also the family that may be there and even the other crew members. Communication is key and this presentation will examine ways to improve the way providers communicate.
Bryan Brauner
Communication
A large part of being an EMS provider comes back to how we communicate. Communication is important when not only dealing with the patient, but also the family that may be there and even the other crew members. Communication is key and this presentation will examine ways to improve the way providers communicate.
Session 3:
Dr. Michael Faulk
Case Review
Will take a look into cases that an everyday provider might encounter and how each unique case should be handled. The various topics include what to do when called in for a lift assist, how radio communications play a role in EMS, and how the patient sign off policy affects providers.
Dr. Michael Faulk
Case Review
Will take a look into cases that an everyday provider might encounter and how each unique case should be handled. The various topics include what to do when called in for a lift assist, how radio communications play a role in EMS, and how the patient sign off policy affects providers.
Session 4:
Dr. Jeff Myers
Termination in the Field
Terminating in the field can be a very difficult thing for a provider to do. This presentation will take a look at what information should be given to med control when wanting to terminate in the field. Making sure a provider communicates all the correct information is imperative when this difficult decision is made.
Dr. Jeff Myers
Termination in the Field
Terminating in the field can be a very difficult thing for a provider to do. This presentation will take a look at what information should be given to med control when wanting to terminate in the field. Making sure a provider communicates all the correct information is imperative when this difficult decision is made.
Session 5:
Dr. Linda Steeg, Mark Ramos & Leilani Pelletier
Center of Excellence for Alzheimer's Disease of WNY
Alzheimer's Disease and the First Responder
The presentation will address the human brain and cognition, discuss normal aging, dementia, Alzheimer’s and related diseases, relate known risk factors, warning signs, stages, and treatment methods, describe a helpful approach for First Responders assisting a person with Alzheimer’s disease, discuss signs of neglect or abuse, speak about safety risks, including driving, gun safety, homicide / suicide, shoplifting, exposure, and wandering, and identify signs of care partner stress.
Dr. Linda Steeg, Mark Ramos & Leilani Pelletier
Center of Excellence for Alzheimer's Disease of WNY
Alzheimer's Disease and the First Responder
The presentation will address the human brain and cognition, discuss normal aging, dementia, Alzheimer’s and related diseases, relate known risk factors, warning signs, stages, and treatment methods, describe a helpful approach for First Responders assisting a person with Alzheimer’s disease, discuss signs of neglect or abuse, speak about safety risks, including driving, gun safety, homicide / suicide, shoplifting, exposure, and wandering, and identify signs of care partner stress.
Session 6:
Dr. Jeff Myers
TeamSTEPPS
Communication issues have been cited as the most frequent root cause for medical error in several reports over the last decade. With this in mind, how can we improve communication, improve teamwork, and break down some of the hierarchical barriers that exist in healthcare? The TeamSTEPPS program is an evidence-based program developed by the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality and the Department of Defense as a way to improve patient safety through teamwork and communication. In this introductory session, we will explore the TeamSTEPPS principles and how they can apply to the prehospital environment.
Dr. Jeff Myers
TeamSTEPPS
Communication issues have been cited as the most frequent root cause for medical error in several reports over the last decade. With this in mind, how can we improve communication, improve teamwork, and break down some of the hierarchical barriers that exist in healthcare? The TeamSTEPPS program is an evidence-based program developed by the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality and the Department of Defense as a way to improve patient safety through teamwork and communication. In this introductory session, we will explore the TeamSTEPPS principles and how they can apply to the prehospital environment.
