Episode 191 - EMS Protocols 101

About this episode

The episode discusses the foundations of EMS protocol creation with paramedic David Lozano.

As discussed on prior episodes, we recently overhauled our entire protocol structure here at MCHD. One of our MCHD paramedics, David Lozano, joins us to discuss the foundations of EMS protocol creation. Who writes them and how? Where are the potentially risky decisions? What should the MCHD field paramedics know about the process? Have a listen to better understand the true foundation of EMS clinical practice.

People in this episode

Host: MCHD Paramedic Podcast

Guest: David Lozano

Topics covered

• EMS protocols
• paramedic practice
• clinical guidelines
• protocol creation
• risk management

Keywords

• EMS
• protocols
• paramedics
• clinical practice
• MCHD

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: MCHD, Montgomery County Hospital District

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