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The Pragmed Show
by Pragmed
Welcome to PragMed. An EMS focused podcast, where the guests (medics, RNs, docs, and even social workers) discuss topics ranging from pay and status within the profession to best practice for scene management. Not for every EMS provider.
Episodes
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Paramedic Education, degrees, and Max Dodge
Another throwback to the episode about degrees and paramedics. Agree or disagree Max does make some good points. That said, not that we see what happened to nursing is this idea still applicable.
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Pt. 2/2 of Paramedic education, degrees, and Max Dodge
This is the second episode in our education series with Max Dodge, where we discuss education and standards for EMS and why they're so important to the growth of the industry. Thanks for tuning back in. Its been a minute and these older episodes are still relevant in ems, so I'm releasing them…
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Pragmed -Throwback to Missed tubes
Please support the Do It For Drew Foundation Intubating is (or taking an airway) often a necessary part of the job. It isn't, however, without inherent danger to the patient. This episode is also a throwback. We talk with David - Drew's father. Drew died as a result of misplaced and unidentified...
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Pragmed - Stressors of the job and preparedness with Dr Steffian
Throwback! One of my absolute favorite episodes We chatted with Dr. Steffian PSYD - who is a distinguished psychologist very well versed in mental health but, more specifically, high-stress situations and candidate selection within the military's special warfare groups. He has published several...
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Pragmed: Ketamine w/ Brad Morgans
Throwback to the ketamine chat: aired in 2020 In this episode, the PragMed chat with Brad Morgans about ketamine. Brad retired from the US Army after 20 years of service and multiple deployments a a Lieutenant Colonel. He deployed with USSOCOM as a CRNA numerous times in support of Special...
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"Don't let the science make you look stupid" (Pragmed et al., 2025)...
I sit down with Danny and Jeff from their own parts of the world, (Somewhere in Middle Canada and the Northeast USA respectively) both practicing paramedics and both way smarter than me. Listen in while we talk about how science aka the research you're citing - could be making you look stupid or...
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PragChat Year End Topics with PreparedMed
In this episode, Aaron and Jason sit down with Kevin from PreparedMed and discuss popular EMS topics from 2024. We discuss leadership, EMS on duty carry, and a couple more hot topics within the EMS community. The discussion has a lot of our personal solutions and thoughts for the problems...
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PragChat Potpourri with The EMS Lounge
In this episode, Aaron and Jason sit down with G from the EMS Lounge and discuss a wide variety of topics. We talk pay, education, trolling on IG, and other topics. This is a fun episode with a ton of different viewpoints on a variety of different topics. You will definitely laugh during this one...
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PragChat on Professionalism vs Career with Ordinary Ops Medic
In this episode, Aaron and Jason sit down with Cory from Ordinary Ops Medic and discuss whether EMS is a career, profession, or both. All three of us have different thoughts or opinions and those opinions hopefully get you to think differently. We can all agree that EMS needs a massive mindset...
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PragChat with The Mindful Medic
In today's episode, Aaron and Jason, sit down with Jason Warn, the Mindfulness Medic and talk about mental health and physical fitness in EMS. We discuss a wide variety of topics, how mental health is impacted by physical fitness, performance at work and the impacts poor mental and physical…
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PragChat about Professionalism
In today's episode, Aaron, Jason, DR, and Chris sit down and roundtable the topic of professionalism in EMS. We discuss appearance, uniforms, performance and how all these contribute to how EMS is perceived by the public. This topic is rarely discussed but we feel like the topic is worthy an...
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PragChat Mental Health with Boomer
In this episode, Aaron and Jason sit down with James Boomhower (Boomer) from StayFit4Duty and talk about mental health and resources for first reponders. Boomer has been involved in EMS for over 20 years in a variety of health systems throughout New England. He currently functions in the role of...
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PragChat with Alert Medic 1 about NAEMT Interview
In this episode, Aaron and Jason sit down with Mustafa, Josh and Ken from Alert Medic 1. We discussed the interview they had with the oncoming NAEMT President-Elect Chris Wray. The discussion covered our differing views on education, pay, reimbursement, and our feelings about the NAEMT. There was...
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PragChat Scene Times with the PrepMedic
In this episode, Aaron and Jason sit down with Sam, the PrepMedic. Sam is a current flight medic, has a popular YouTube channel, and is the PrepMedic. We discuss scene times and why they are important, education, and other topics in this episode. Sam brings a ton of different, life experience and...
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PragChat about Education with the APA
In this episode, Aaron and Jason sit down with Nick Nudell from the American Paramedic Association and discuss EMS education. Nick is a current paramedic, a Ph.D student, and a founder of the only advocacy group that is made up of paramedics. We chat about the different ways the APA advocates for...
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Pragchat with Dr. Schauer(armyemdoc)
In this episode of PragChat, Aaron and Jason sit down with Dr. Schauer (@armyemdoc) to discuss research papers and his thoughts on some trauma topics. Understanding research and how to interpret research papers is valuable to improving our practices and Dr. Shauer does a great job of breaking…
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PragChat IVs with The Vascular Guy Part 2
In this episode of PragChat, Aaron and Jason sit down again with @thevascularguy and discuss IV's. Dennis is an interventional vascular access RN and comes to the show with a wealth of valuable information concerning IV access. We discuss a variety of topics that include psychology of starting…
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PragChat IVs with The Vascular Guy Part 1
In this episode of PragChat, Aaron and Jason sit down with @thevascularguy and discuss IV's. Dennis is an interventional vascular access RN and comes to the show with a wealth of valuable information concerning IV access. We discuss a variety of topics that include ED and EMS relationships, why...
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PragChat REBOA with TacTrauma MD
In this episode of PragChat, Aaron and Jason sit down with Dr. Jeremy Kaswer and discuss REBOA. REBOA has been a hot topic recently due to a recent paper that presented some new information concerning patient outcomes. Dr. Kaswer discusses what REBOA is, how it works, why it could become a…
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PragChat with the Disruptive Ranger (Part 2)
This is part 2 of our chat and the conclusion to this series with @disruptive_ranger where we talk about use of force, BWC, and carrying firearms on duty. We also have a fun little conversation at the end about weird things medics do and the motoring public. It was a great chat and DR is a great...
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PragChat with the Disruptive Ranger (Part 1)
In this episode, the Pragmatic Paramedics, Aaron and Jason, sit down with the Disruptive Ranger and discuss scene safety, violent patients, BWCs, and if carrying on shift is smart. The Disruptive Ranger is a full-time ranger that is a paramedic, wildland firefighter, and law enforcement officer....
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Monday Morning Medics Discuss a Neonate Code w/ Mike Carunchio
Welcome to the third episode of Monday Morning Medic! In this series of episodes, Jason, Aaron, and Chris Rosa sit down and talk about real life calls and patients that we or our special guests have had. We discuss treatments and outcomes to help learn from real-world cases. In this episode…
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Monday Morning Medics Talk Saddle PE in Pregnancy
Welcome to the first episode of Monday Morning Medic! In this series of episodes, Jason and Aaron, along with special guest Chris Rosa sit down and talk about real life calls and patients that we have had. We discuss treatments and outcomes to help learn from real-world cases. This episode of...
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Monday Morning Medics Discuss a Trauma Patient
Welcome to the first episode of Monday Morning Medic! In this series of episodes, Jason and Aaron, along with special guest Chris Rosa sit down and talk about real life calls and patients that we have had. We discuss treatments and outcomes to help learn from real-world cases. In our first…
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PragMedics Talk NAEMSP Airway Paper w/ Drew
During a recent chat with Doc Godfrey "Cric Em If You Got'em," we discussed intubations and airway management in the trauma setting. Of course, after recording it we remembered that the NAEMSP published a paper discussing these very topics so we decided to have a guest come on and chat with us...
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A Thin Blurred Line Part 2 w/ Cary Aspinwall
As we wrap our series, "A Thin Blurred Line," we take a moment to sit down with an investigative journalist who has covered incidents such as the ones in the media - Elijah McClain and Tony Timpa. We discuss both cases with her in this great conversation with someone outside EMS. Listen in as we...
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CricEm if you Got Em'
In this episode we discuss trauma airway management with Doc Godfrey (CricEm if you got 'em). Doc sits down with us as we look at a paper from The Journal of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery which discusses prehospital definitive airway not being associated with improved survival in trauma patients....
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The Thin Blurred Line w/ The Mando Medic
As EMS providers we know all too well about violence, trauma, and the associated dangers of the job but we tend to struggle with what to do when we encounter violent scenes that involve our brothers and sisters in law enforcement and the patients we are committed to care for. However, what…
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The Return of the PragMedics
As we hop back in the saddle we want to a reaffirm our commitment to this industry through providing you with quality insight and information about clinical practice and evidence based medicine as well current events. We are you, not experts by any standard and hope that our conversations help...
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PragMedics Discuss Heat Stroke w/ Dr. Timothy Durkin
In this episode, the PragMedics talk with Dr Timothy Durkin and discuss Heat Stroke, the signs, symptoms, myths, and of course treatment modalities. The boys and Dr. Durkin look to find practical ways for street level providers to identify and treat heat stroke. Dr Durkin provides the listeners...
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I Had This Esophageal Varices Patient
In this episode, the PragMedics and Scooby sit down and discuss a proper disaster patient, one with an upper GI bleed (esophageal varices). We discuss a patient from the ICU perspective with lessons learned for paramedics. These patients are challenging to manage, and it's a great conversation…
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PragMedics discuss Paramedics and Disaster Relief
The PragMedics decided to look inward and interview Aaron about a recent austere/disaster response mission he participated. Jason and Scooby talk with Aaron about his recent trip to a developing country in response to a natural disaster. This episode has bits and pieces from disaster response...
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Cognitive Offloading Session 1
Welcome to our first episode of Cognitive Offloading with the PragMedics and Scooby! In this episode, Dr. Andrew Fisher (Trauma Daddy) and Jason Segal of P1 Air Rescue join us to chat about a wide range of topics, from acute traumatic coagulopathy to our thoughts on a hot EMS topic. So join us…
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I Had This Beta Blocker OD Patient
The PragMedics are back and hoping everyone is looking forward to the New Year! In this episode, the PragMedics and Scooby sit down and discuss beta blocker overdoses. Beta blocker ODs present with various indications and can be difficult to diagnose. It is a wide ranging discussion on different...
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PragMedics Chat with USASOC Medic Chris Hutchison
In this episode, the PragMedics chat with Chris "Hutch" Hutchison about a wide variety of topics. We chat about the changes he has seen in the military, the differences between military and civilian medics, and his thoughts on the transition from military to civilian paramedicine. Chris is a 14...
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I Had This STEMI Patient
In this episode of "I Had This Patient," the PragMedics and Scooby discuss how to treat and manage a patient presenting with a STEMI or OMI. It is a wide ranging discussion on different treatment options and ways to manage patient experiencing a STEMI in the prehospital setting. Thanks for...
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PragMedics Chat TXA with Doc Fisher
In this episode, the PragMedics sit down with Doctor Fisher and discuss TXA. Doctor Fisher discusses the changes in dosage and administration of TXA, along with how the CoTCCC makes changes to the TCCC guidelines. Its a great discussion on another tool medics have in treating trauma patients, so...
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I Had This COPD Patient Part III
Scooby and the PragMedics are back again with Part 3 of a three-part series discussing intubation. In this episode, we discuss the intubation process from confirmation of tube placement to a failed airway. In todays episode, Scooby discusses intubation steps and thoughts in a pragmatic, logical…
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PragMedics Discuss a Helicopter SAR Medical Mission
In this week's episode, we sit down with HSAR Medic Jason Segal and discuss the evolution of medical mission from his perspective. We chat about patient care, scene and flight management, time considerations, and ton of other topics. Jason is a HSAR Medic with our show sponsor, Priority 1 Air...
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PragMedics Chat with Dr. Lauria about Checklists and Human Performance
This week's episode is a re-release of our conversation with Dr. Lauria. Dr. Lauria just released a great new YouTube video discussing checklists and it is well worth one's time to watch. We discussed how situational awareness pertains to the EMS provider and variety of other topics, to include…
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I Had This COPD Patient Part II
Scooby and the PragMedics are back again with Part 2 of a three-part series discussing intubation. In this episode, we discuss the intubation process from medications to confirmation and everything in between. In todays episode, Scooby discusses intubation steps and thoughts in a pragmatic…
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PragMedics Chat with a Community Paramedic and Medical Director about COVID Response
In today's episode, the PragMedics chat with Shane, a Community Paramedic, and Dr. Liao, a Medical Director, about Indianapolis EMS response to COVID. This is Aaron's last episode as a full time cohost but no worries, he is still planning on being a contributor and cohost with Scooby! This is a...
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I Had This COPD Patient....
Scoobs is back again with a three-part series of I Had This Patient. Over the next three episodes, the PragMedics led by Scooby, talk about DSI and intubation. We start from resus and work our way through the cords. In todays episode, Scooby discusses pre-intubation steps and thoughts in a...
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PragMedics Chat with the Free Radicals
In this episode, The PragMedics chat/battle with the Free Radicals in an international meeting of the minds. The Free Radicals are an Australian based paramedicine podcast with critical care backgrounds. Their podcast focuses on all things paramedic and gave us the opportunity to collaborate....
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PragMedics Chat with Medic2Medic
This week, The PragMedics chat with the world famous Medic2Medic Host Steven Cohen. A man who has produced over 200 unique episodes from his own studio. Mr. Cohen is also a paramedic with nearly 30 years experience. He's currently in a leadership position and is the chief of Cary Area EMS. Check...
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PragMedics Chat with HSAR Medic Jason Segal
In this week's episode, The PragMedics chat with Jason Segal of P1 Air Rescue. Jason is a helicopter search and rescue paramedic and educator. His background in EMS includes about everything the EMS community has to offer. He has been an oil rig medic, truck medic, and currently a HSAR Tech with...
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I Had This Sepsis Patient...
This week, the PragMedics with Jonathon "Scooby" Friedman discuss sepsis. This is our first clinical episode. We will be offering The "I Had This Patient..." series once a month and during will discuss a variety of clinical topics. Jonathon is a critical care paramedic that recently completed a…
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PragMedics Chat with a Paramedic and Medical Director
In this week's episode, the PragMedics sit down with a Medical Director, Dr. Miller, and Paramedic Kamryn. We chat about dynamics between the Medical Director and Paramedics. We also chat about rural EMS and some differences between rural and urban EMS. Dr. Miller has years of experience in...
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PragMedics Chat with Dr. Mike Simpson
This week, the PragMedics chat with Dr. Mike Simpson on a variety of topics. Dr. Mike Simpson is a former Ranger, Special Forces Medic, JSOC Augmentee, and current ER physician. We discuss gear, different setup options, trauma, hypothermia prevention, and a multitude of other topics. This is an...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to PragMed. An EMS focused podcast, where the guests (medics, RNs, docs, and even social workers) discuss topics ranging from pay and status within the profession to best practice for scene management. Not for every EMS provider.
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