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The Future of Autonomous EMS Delivery Systems

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Murphy JD, MS, PA-C, EFO 5 min read Share To: Shutterstock/Fineart1 Emergency medical services (EMS) are essential in delivering timely care during medical crises. As technology evolves, EMS systems are undergoing a transformative shift toward automation.

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Just Culture in EMS

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Emergency medical services(EMS) has historically been a punitive system, resulting in people being unforthcoming about issues or concealing minor infractions in hopes of evading discipline. The current fear-based environment results in underreporting in EMS, which can lead to negative patient outcomes.

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Charlotte (NC) Finalizes Contract to Reduce Fire Department Responses to EMS Calls

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This money goes to the Charlotte Fire Department for EMS work, medical supplies and equipment. The deal calls for the agency, known as MEDIC , to increase the number of EMTs, paramedics and ambulances in the field to improve medical and fire response.

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Severe Hemorrhage Technology Developed by Military Researchers

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” This shelf stability and high concentration make it an attractive option for EMS providers, especially in scenarios where transport times exceed the “golden hour.” You don’t have to worry about refrigeration, it’s shelf stable, and you could keep it in the truck for sure.”

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ESO’s Auto-Generated Narrative Feature Returns 35,700 Hours to EMS Professionals in First Month

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Launched in May 2025, the AI-powered documentation saved over 35,700 hours for EMS professionals within its first month of general availability. Over 1,670 EMS agencies have adopted the feature since May—resulting in up to 80% reduction in total documentation time.

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Paramedic Chiefs of Canada – The Preburn Project: Preventing Burnout by Predicting Compromised Wellness in EMS Workers

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February 6th, 2025 | 9:00 am PST (12:00 pm EST) Join us for an in-depth exploration of the innovative Preburn Project: Preventing Burnout by Predicting Compromised Wellness in EMS Workers. Key Takeaways: Insights into the characteristics of EMS workers most vulnerable to compromised mental wellness.

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How Memphis Fire Department Cracked the Code on Recruitment and Retention

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Stephen shared data to expose the disconnect between passing those initial hurdles and surviving on the job—nearly half of recruits without EMS experience hired through written exams dropped out during their first year because they couldn’t complete EMT school or failed to display necessary attitudes like integrity and punctuality.