American Ambulance EMS Podcast

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  145. Mechanical Chest Compressions 12.08.2026 29min

  The LUCAS device is the topic of conversation today. American Ambulance Paramedic Supervisor Robert Wankel joins us again to discuss the use of this device and how its effectiveness stacks against manual chest compressions.
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  144. Leadership in EMS 22.07.2026 30min

  Today we take a break from drilling down into a specific policy or procedure and discuss an important topic that isn't so clinical but still extremely important in EMS: What makes a good leader? A big thanks to American Ambulance Paramedic Supervisor Robert Wankel for bringing his experience as a leader in the field to our discussion today.
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  143. What is Kratom? 24.06.2026 30min

  Dr. Brian Lawton is a resident at UCSF Fresno and we were pleased to welcome him as a guest host for this episode.
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  142. From EMT to EDPA with Jordan Golding 03.06.2026 45min

  Are you in EMS, wondering what it would take to be an EDPA (Emergency Department Physician Assistant)? Jordan Golding did it! He started his EMS career as an EMT with American Ambulance, and now works as an EDPA here in Fresno. Join us today as he answers our questions and shares his experience.
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  141. Adult and Pediatric i-gel Update 15.04.2026 35min

  American Ambulance Paramedic Josh Garcia joins us again for this discussion as we prepare to introduce the pediatric i-gel into our local CCEMSA protocol.
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  140. Pediatric Anaphylaxis and Allergic Reactions 01.04.2026 32min

  It's not often that we are able to time a podcast to coincide exactly with the release of a new protocol, but today we did it! Dr. Scott Avey from UCSF Fresno joins us as a guest co-host, and we were pleased to have American Ambulance Paramedic Josh Garcia join as well to bring his experience and a story from the field.
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  139. Measles 18.03.2026 19min

  in 2000, the CDC declared Measles eliminated but last year we saw a huge rise in cases and in 2026 the trend continues. Dr. Brian Lawton returns for the discussion today. Measles is no joke.
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  138. Mushroom Poisoning 04.03.2026 34min

  On today's podcast, we bid farewell to Ben Wiele and welcome Joey Ferreira to our usual panel of co-hosts. We were also pleased to have Dr. Brian Lawton join us to discuss the dangers of foraging for mushrooms.
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  137. Symptomatic Bradycardia vs Peri-arrest Death Spiral 18.02.2026 41min

  American Ambulance Paramedic Elisa Bompadre joins the discussion today to share a story from the field. We were also happy to have Dr. Miranda Lewis join us again as a guest co-host.
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  136. Colostomy Bags 04.02.2026 24min

  A huge thanks to Jamie Charlston (special friend of the pod) for sitting down with us and bringing her experience and expertise to the conversation today.
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  135. Cardiac Arrest in the Pregnant Patient 21.01.2026 22min

  This terrible scenario is rare, but can happen. Make sure you are confident in your knowledge of how to give these patients the best care possible, should you find yourself running this call.
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  134. Gastrostomy Tubes 31.12.2025 18min

  What exactly are these tubes, and more importantly for EMS, what happens if one of these vital tubes becomes dislodged?
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  133. Viral Respiratory Illness 17.12.2025 44min

  Join us for a breakdown of all the various viral illnesses circulating this time of year. All of these should be taken seriously.
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  132. 12 Lead EKG - Part 2 26.11.2025 32min
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  131. 12 Lead EKG - Part 1 29.10.2025 35min

  We were very happy to have Dave Nicholas, a nurse at CRMC, join the team today to bring his cardiac expertise to the discussion. This is a big topic, so we split it into two parts.
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  130. Pediatric Cardiac Arrest Protocol Update 15.10.2025 19min

  Our CCEMSA pediatric cardiac arrest specific protocol has been updated be more streamlined and comprehensive with an emphasis on incorporating high performance CPR, as well as quite a few other changes backed by the latest data on how to achieve the favorable outcomes we all are hoping for! Join us as we walk through this updated protocol with Dr. Miranda Lewis.
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  129. Adult Cardiac Arrest Protocol Update 24.09.2025 43min

  The first ten minutes of a cardiac arrest are the most critical. We have updated our cardiac arrest protocol to incorporate high performance CPR, as well as quite a few other changes backed by the latest data on how to achieve the favorable outcomes we all are hoping for! Join us as we walk through this updated protocol with Dr. Miranda Lewis.
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  128. Hyperthermia 10.09.2025 37min

  Hyperthermia has a high risk of mortality. A dangerously overheated body, usually in response to prolonged, hot, humid weather, is very important to look out for. Especially in these hot months of summer.
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  127. Spinal Motion Restriction (SMR) 27.08.2025 19min

  Backboards, cervical collars... first we used them, then we didn't, now we're bringing them back! Why, and how to use them is the subject of today's discussion.
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  126. Code 3 Driving 02.07.2025 28min

  Code 3 driving is a potentially risky part of the job. We are thrilled to have Ben Garcia, American Ambulance's Manager of Risk, Safety and Compliance joins us on the podcast today to discuss how to navigate Code 3 Driving as safely as possible.