EPISODE · Aug 16, 2025 · 21 MIN
Unlocking the Hidden Keys to Calm Under Chaos: How Simple Tools Like A Checklist Can Elevate Your Care
from Loud & Clear: EMS Guiding Principles - Advanced Continuing Education for Paramedics, EMTs & Prehospital Care Providers · host Ross Orpet, Paramedic turned EMS Physician
What's the real difference between paramedics who stay calm under pressure and those who panic when everything goes wrong? It's the ability to already know what comes next. In this episode we explore the power of consistency and how one simple tool, often dismissed, can improve patient care and outcomes. Geoff Murphy, founder of Master Medics, sat down with us onsite at FAST25 to discuss how checklists can not only save lives but allow you to remain confident in knowing what is next on scene. Not to mention they're a great training tool as well. Resources Episode supplemental blog post- https://emspodcast.com/the-power-of-a-simple-tool-in-high-stakes-environments/ The Resus Tailor - https://www.theresustailor.com/ Podcast announcements: The Loud & Clear Fellowship Program is officially underway. Stay tuned for updates on how everything is going. If you want to join a waitlist to be able join in the next cohort email us at [email protected] Gear We Like Good Stethoscope - https://amzn.to/3YJJrf2 Good Shears - https://amzn.to/40FROuF or https://amzn.to/3ChZ4Tn Notepad for taking notes on calls - https://amzn.to/3Z1X21J Sunglasses - https://frontline-optics.com/discount/EMSCAST15 Books we recommend - The Dichotomy of Leadership - https://amzn.to/4fiCAjN Extreme Ownership - https://amzn.to/3O1FWfa Managing the Unexpected: Sustained Performance in a Complex World - https://amzn.to/3V7BwYf Thinking Fast and Slow - https://amzn.to/4fiJG85 A Thousand Naked Strangers: A Paramedic's Wild Ride to the Edge and Back - https://amzn.to/3YJJrf2 Guest/Cast/Crew information- Guest- Geoff Murphy Host- Ross Orpet, Will Berry Catch up with us after the show Instagram- @emsloudandclear YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@EMSLoudandClear Website- www.emspodcast.com Want to stay ahead of the top 1% in EMS and build real confidence in the field? 👉 Book a call to get personalized guidance, improve decision-making under pressure, and grow your skills as a paramedic: emspodcast.com/free-coaching-call 📰 Join our weekly newsletter for exclusive EMS insights, leadership strategies, real-life scenarios, and tools designed to help you stay sharp, confident, and ahead of the curve: https://loudandclear.kit.com/d45b012fae American Burn Association / ABLS: Enter the ABLS giveaway by June 30, 2026; the winner will be selected July 1, 2026. Loud & Clear listeners also get 10% off ABLS Now through August 31, 2026. Details: https://bit.ly/aba-loud-clear
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What's the real difference between paramedics who stay calm under pressure and those who panic when everything goes wrong? It's the ability to already know what comes next. In this episode we explore the power of consistency and how one simple tool, often dismissed, can improve patient care and outcomes. Geoff Murphy, founder of Master Medics, sat down with us onsite at FAST25 to discuss how checklists can not only save lives but allow you to remain confident in knowing what is next on scene. Not to mention they're a great training tool as well. Resources Episode supplemental blog post- https://emspodcast.com/the-power-of-a-simple-tool-in-high-stakes-environments/ The Resus Tailor - https://www.theresustailor.com/ Podcast announcements: The Loud & Clear Fellowship Program is officially underway. Stay tuned for updates on how everything is going. If you want to join a waitlist to be able join in the next cohort email us at [email protected] Gear We Like Good Stethoscope - https://amzn.to/3YJJrf2 Good Shears - https://amzn.to/40FROuF or https://amzn.to/3ChZ4Tn Notepad for taking notes on calls - https://amzn.to/3Z1X21J Sunglasses - https://frontline-optics.com/discount/EMSCAST15 Books we recommend - The Dichotomy of Leadership - https://amzn.to/4fiCAjN Extreme Ownership - https://amzn.to/3O1FWfa Managing the Unexpected: Sustained Performance in a Complex World - https://amzn.to/3V7BwYf Thinking Fast and Slow - https://amzn.to/4fiJG85 A Thousand Naked Strangers: A Paramedic's Wild Ride to the Edge and Back - https://amzn.to/3YJJrf2 Guest/Cast/Crew information-Guest- Geoff MurphyHost- Ross Orpet, Will Berry Catch up with us after the show Instagram- @emsloudandclear YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@EMSLoudandClear Website- www.emspodcast.com Want to stay ahead of the top 1% in EMS and build real confidence in the field?👉 Book a call to get personalized guidance, improve decision-making under pressure, and grow your skills as a paramedic: emspodcast.com/free-coaching-call📰 Join our weekly newsletter for exclusive EMS insights, leadership strategies, real-life scenarios, and tools designed to help you stay sharp, confident, and ahead of the curve: https://loudandclear.kit.com/d45b012fae American Burn Association / ABLS: Enter the ABLS giveaway by June 30, 2026; the winner will be selected July 1, 2026. Loud & Clear listeners also get 10% off ABLS Now through August 31, 2026. Details: https://bit.ly/aba-loud-clear
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