Stretcher Fetchers - an EMT/Fire Podcast

So you fell in love with a first responder—bold move. In this episode, we get into what that actually means: from missed plans to inappropriate dinner conversations… but potentially some of the strongest relationships you can find yourself in.

we all want a body to die for, but sometimes our patients take that way too seriously! Venture into todays episode on weightloss medications, gastric surgery and eating disorders you may have to deal with on medical calls.

Make sure to nail the next time you are sitting in the interview seat. How to handle panel. How to make sure you are putting your best self out there and most importantly. How to get the Job.

Welcome to Stretcher Fetchers ONE YEAR BIRTHDAY. We are celebrating accordingly with an in depth look and why The Pitt resonates with so many of us first responders, and a little introduction to our new member of the streaming family. Enjoy!

throughout the ages, witches, plague doctors and exorcisms built the foundation for prehospital medicine. Listen to this weeks episode, if you dare

Join me in welcoming our first guest to the show, Ruby talks to us about her experience and entry into the field, and lessons from calls and experiences in the firehouse.

not your typical MCI lecture. Dive into the history and significant events that formed how you respond to calls today

this ones for the girlie pops. take a listen for lessons learned, difficulties being a female in the service and how to overcome adversity. enjoy!

we are bringing the heat in this new episode! join stretcher fetchers for talking about burns, heat injuries and the effects of turnout gear. HOT TO GO, give it a listen

It's job time, boys, and girls. It's time to discuss the very popular topic of how often do we really need to be driving lights and sirens, let's talk about the pros and the cons, and waiting at stoplights

Fake it til you make it, but also remember to be realistic. In this week's episode, we are getting deep with an episode for the feels. From comparing yourself to others to proving you belong in the field, let's talk about Imposter Syndrome.

Stop the bleed, and know what medications are keeping them from clotting. In this episode we are touching on bleeding control and popularly prescribed blood thinning medication you will come across in the field

Oh you like your job? Make sure you can decide when you want to retire by properly cleaning and maintaining your gear and equipment. Features information about cleaning products and prevention techniques regarding exposures

It aint easy being wheezy. Gain confidence through this episode listening to some common lung sounds and oxygen administration review.

From Life Alerts to Trauma Alerts, be more confident in protecting your patient from additional injuries resulting from falls and high energy impacts

Become better at identifying elders who are being neglected in their homes, and how to report suspicions to caregivers and care facilities

What we learned from a pandemic in this day and age, and what we can do in the future to lessen the fatigue on the system

Touching on Traumatic arrest, Dead on Arrival, Advance Directives and giving the Death Announcement

Know whats going on when your patients dont

The introductory podcast to Stretcher Fetchers is how it should be, how to get yourself into the fire service, and the process I went through to get a job Full Time in the career. Hope you enjoy and thanks for the listen!