medic_texas

Sometimes they have to do another ablation. A guy I worked with had 2 done locally then had to go to another facility in Houston before getting it fixed. I'm not sure why that is the case but that's the facts. He's doing fine since then.

Terrible news. Dust provided me hours of entertainment when I frequented the city. RIP dust..

I don't think your example is accurate at all. I've worked at several ER's and I've never seen anything similar. I think Ruff and doc have posted very good information and also ACCURATE info.

This was a topic that was posted many months ago. The firing is new news related to this incident. Yet another boo boo

Big oops. I feel bad for the doctor - can't practice, disabled, lack of income, etc. The family should win this case easily.

http://www.emtcity.com/index.php/topic/18057-medical-helicopter-requirements/page__st__30 Moron.

I ignore kiwi 99% of the time. He's an expert in everything (look at the topic about starting an HEMS service he states he has extensive experience with radio communication and a few posts later someone is telling him how wrong his info is; typical kiwi). This situation is a mess and is turning into a political game orchestrated by the Sheriff to try and promote the public safety officer. This situation can only get worse (unless the sheriff backs down or is kicked out of office). The bottom line is - the firemen/EMT was on scene to assess the patient and assist the transporting unit (and beat them on scene). The Deputies interfered with this and possibly violated his civil rights, falsely arrested him, interfered with an emergency call, and acted like idiots. All at the expense of the patient (who I believe should file suit against the SO). Kate, keep us updated if you hear anything. I'm really curious as to what happens next. Kiwi, shut up.

I've worked for a dual-role department and trust me, it's a nightmare. Currently, they have moved away from the police/ems role and have separated the sides within the department (with a director of EMS and a chief of police). Cops should be cops. Medics should be medics. Firemen should be firemen. Firemen and policemen are more than welcome to help on an EMS call. Regarding this; I'm not sure how the laws work in Colorado but being a police office does not discount you from being charged with "interfering with a 911 call" in Texas. Sounds like the Sheriff's department is not dispatching correctly (with prejudiced) and not utilizing resources appropriately (dispatching fire to medical calls which I understand is protocol there).

The nearest helicopter is 1-1.5 hours away? Is that flight time or you driving to where the helicopter is; that's a big difference. I just don't believe that however it could be true; I've never been to that area. I won't even waste my time on the topic in general. Starting a HEMS service requires many things that 2 individuals wouldn't be able to do without a huge sum of money.

I think you should change "self training" to "professional training" or something similar. Taking certain martial art classes could prove to be very valuable in case of an altercation on duty. Certainly we all realize that Karate won't do much good in the back of an ambulance. Also, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu won't much good outside of the ambulance with several angry people waiting to stomp your head in if you were to take someone to the ground. LEO training is based off several things; Hapkido, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Akido, Judo, and a mix of other tricks that are proven to work but loosely based of a martial art of some type. But unless you practice these moves several times, get your timing down and muscle memory down, and being able to recognize different options during an altercation - you're left with your own survival skills. Personally, when I was in paramedic class I joined a gym and began taking Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. I was concerned with not being able to defend myself or subdue someone if I was ever in that event (I was 5'9 165lbs then) Fortunately, we shared the space with a boxing club and my instructor also enjoyed and made us practice kick-boxing, muay thai, and boxing so I was exposed to striking as well as grappling. I enrolled back into Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in December and for being 8 years older, heavier, and out of shape; it's been murder! I don't do it for self-defense, I do it because I truly love the sport and the fitness aspect of it. Bottom line - training is great but common sense and instinct will serve you best by not getting into a dangerous situation.

It breaks my heart to hear about another HEMS crash. This one seems to have been an unnecessary risk that was taken by this crew. When will this stop? Soon I hope.. Everyone stay safe!

I remember the original story and now this? I'm not really surprised - he sounds like a piece of work. Good riddance.

I haven't seen that one. I guess it lets everyone know how poor EMS people are.. Now if we can install tip jars in the ambulances we'll be set!