EMS Research with Professor Bram
Join Bram Duffee, a paramedic and researcher with over 20 years of experience in critical care and 911, as he explores the latest research in emergency medicine and paramedicine. Each episode of "EMS Research with Professor Bram" features an in-depth discussion, as well as an analysis of new studies and their implications for paramedics. As a PhD researcher and paramedic, Bram brings a unique perspective to the podcast. His expertise and experience allow him to break down complex concepts and make them accessible to listeners. Whether you're an experienced paramedic looking to stay up-to-date on the latest research or someone interested in learning more about emergency medicine, "EMS Research with Professor Bram" is the perfect podcast for you.
Host biography: Bram Duffee has authored 2 books on communication. With over two decades of experience as a paramedic (since 1998), his roles have included 911 and critical care, along with operations management for both 911 and private companies. He has taught over 60 university-level courses in Interpersonal Communication, Leadership, Organizational Behavior, and more. He currently serves as a full-time paramedic in Houston and is an Advisory Board Member for the National Association of Medical Emergency Technicians of Portugal. He also holds a research appointment as an Institute for Social Innovation Fellow with Fielding Graduate University.
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EMS Research with Professor Bram
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When every second counts in a medical emergency like a stroke, deciding on the right course of treatment can be life-changing. Strokes come in two main types—ischemic and hemorrhagic—each requiring very different treatment approaches. But what if a critical intervention, like lowering blood pressure, could be started right there in the ambulance? Could it improve outcomes for stroke patients before they even reach the hospital?
Joining the discussion Paramedic Mic Gunderson, and Neurologist David Rose, offer a specialist’s perspective on stroke care. Together, they dissect groundbreaking research and share practical strategies that could transform how strokes are treated in the field. If you’re curious about how ambulances might soon deliver life-saving interventions en route to the ER, don’t miss this episode. Tune in now to gain valuable insights into a topic that could redefine prehospital care.
Book announcement: Bram Duffee is a co-author of the latest book about how hypnosis has the potential to revolutionize medical care for those struggling with emergency / acute distress. Hypnotic Communication in Emergency Medical Settings: For Life-Saving and Therapeutic Outcomes demonstrates how hypnotic communication has the potential to improve patient outcomes in emergency care, integrating insights on the connection between mind and body for paramedics and other first responders. https://routledge.pub/Hypnotic-Commun...
Take part in research: If you are a first responder who lives in the United States and would be open to an interview for a research study please connect with Bram Duffee by going to the website https://bduffee0.wixsite.com/ems-conf...
Stay up to date: Review the most recent research in EMS through the monthly article reviews put out by the International PreHospital Medicine Institute https://iphmi.com/ems-articles-of-the...
Connections: If you want to connect with the EMS Research Podcast staff check out our website at www.ProfessorBram.com
References
Gunderson, M., & Rose, D. (2024). Not Too High and Not Too Low: The Goldilocks Approach to Prehospital Treatment of Severe Hypertension with Stroke. International Journal of Paramedicine, (8), 10-13.
Li, G., Lin, Y., Yang, J., Anderson, C. S., Chen, C., Liu, F., ... & Song, L. (2024). Intensive ambulance-delivered blood-pressure reduction in hyperacute stroke. New England Journal of Medicine, 390(20), 1862-1872.