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Episode 89: Meet The EMS Research Fellows!
The future of EMS depends on research that drives better decisions, stronger systems, and improved patient care. In this episode of Registry Insider, host Bill Seifarth sits down with the National Registry's three current EMS Research Fellows to discuss their journeys into research, the groundbreaking projects they're leading, and how the fellowship is shaping the next generation of EMS scientists. From workforce resilience and cardiac arrest research to airway management and public health, the conversation offers an inside look at how research is helping advance the EMS profession. The fellows also share what it's like to balance doctoral studies with full-time work at the National Registry, the value of mentorship, and the unique opportunities the fellowship provides. Whether you are an EMS clinician, educator, leader, or someone passionate about the future of prehospital care, this episode offers an inspiring look at the people and research driving the profession forward. To learn more about the National Registry EMS Research Fellowship and upcoming application opportunities, visit NREMT.org.
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From Science to the Scene
Breaking the Silence: Mental Health Realities for EMS Clinicians
Addressing the mental health crisis in EMS requires moving beyond anecdotal accounts and examining concrete evidence. This important research evaluated state death records to explore suicide as a cause of death among prehospital personnel and the general public.
The findings reveal a particular vulnerability among younger EMS Clinicians. In the 18 to 34 age bracket, suicide accounted for 23.5% of all deaths among EMS Clinicians, compared to 16.4% in the general population. Overall, EMS Clinicians had 39% higher adjusted odds of death by suicide. These findings reinforce the importance of early recognition, active peer support, and open conversations about mental health across the EMS workforce.
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From Science to the Scene
Produced by the National Registry’s Research Team, From Science to the Scene bridges the gap between academic research and field medicine, translating complex data from the American Heart Association (AHA), the Prehospital Guidelines Consortium (PGC), and leading journals into actionable knowledge for EMS Clinicians and leaders.