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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Episodes
43 episodes
Stopping Violence Before It Starts: A new EMS tool
Workplace violence is an escalating crisis in EMS, often dismissed as just "part of the job." But what if you could predict which patients were likely to become aggressive before an incident occurred? In this episode, we sit down with researche...
Rethinking the Pump: Is There a Place for Prehospital Gastric Lavage?
Gastric lavage, a procedure for pumping the stomach after poisoning, was once a standard of care. Now, it's rarely used due to a lack of evidence and risk of complications. So why are we talking about it in 2026? A recent case report in Prehosp...
Silent Signs: Improving Paramedic Response to Intimate Partner Violence
Domestic violence calls are among the most complex and high-risk situations paramedics encounter. Often, the signs are subtle-confusion, headaches, or a hesitant patient-and mask a much darker reality of non-fatal strangulation or traumatic bra...
Research Ethics in EMS: Protecting Patients, Building Trust
When does a quality improvement project become human research? If you're reviewing patient charts or surveying new hires, you might be stepping into the world of research ethics without even realizing it. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. J...
Rethinking CPR in Trauma: Insights from a Groundbreaking Study on Hemorrhagic Shock
For a pulseless trauma patient, starting CPR is an ingrained response. But in cases of pulseless electrical activity (PEA) from severe blood loss, could chest compressions do more harm than good? Host Bram Duffee, PhD, EMT-P, speaks with Dr. Pa...
Can AI Help Paramedics Make Better Decisions?
Can artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT help paramedics with differential diagnosis and transport decisions? A groundbreaking new study explores AI's accuracy in prehospital care, offering a glimpse into a future where technology acts as...
Research Highlights and Innovations Shaping Our Field
This fast-paced video explores a long list of the latest research innovations shaping EMS with Bram Duffee, PhD, EMT-P including workplace culture, professional recognition, injury prevention, advancements in cardiac arrest care, and the transf...
Jimmy Apple the "EMS Avenger" discussion on 2025 AHA Guidelines
The 2025 AHA Guidelines for CPR and Emergency Cardiovascular Care introduce significant updates, including a focus on on-scene resuscitation, cautious use of mechanical CPR devices, and prioritizing IV over IO access. While these changes aim to...
Epinephrine in Traumatic Cardiac Arrest: Life-Saving or False Hope?
Epinephrine is a cornerstone of medical cardiac arrest, but does it provide the same benefit in traumatic cardiac arrest (TCA)? Emerging research challenges long-held protocols, suggesting this go-to drug may not be the life-saver we assume it ...
🪖🪖Severe Hemorrhage Technology Developed by Army Researchers
Severe hemorrhage is one of the toughest challenges faced in the pre-hospital environment, especially when every second counts and resources are limited. But a recent study on the use of 25% human serum albumin (HSA) in trauma care could change...
💥Breaking Barriers in Pediatric Pain Management 👶
Discover the crucial insights behind managing pain in pediatric patients during prehospital care. Join us as we sit down with Dr. Hoi See Tsao, a pediatric emergency medicine expert, to discuss findings from her groundbreaking study, "Barriers ...
❤️Lidocaine vs. Amiodarone: Groundbreaking Cardiac Arrest Study Explained 🙌
Join us for an eye-opening interview with Tanner Smida, MD/PhD candidate at West Virginia University, as he dives into his groundbreaking research on the use of amiodarone and lidocaine in cardiac arrest emergencies. Discover how his study, emp...
🍕Eating Patterns in EMS Work 🍽
Tegan Mansouri, a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University at Buffalo and registered dietitian, led an eye-opening study titled Eating Patterns Among EMS Providers in the United States: A Qualitative Interview Study (published in...
👶 Moving Towards Safer Pediatric Transport Care in EMS 🚑
Navigating the complexities of transporting children in ambulances is no small feat for EMS workers. From safely securing young patients to performing critical interventions like CPR, these tasks become even more challenging due to a lack of un...
🥼Clinical Pharmacy in Motion: Ride-Alongs and Research in EMS 💊
Hennepin EMS in Minnesota took a significant step forward in early 2023 by introducing a dedicated clinical pharmacist consulting role to its operations. This groundbreaking initiative formalizes the integration of clinical pharmacy expertise i...
💖Prehospital Blood Pressure Intervention for Acute Stroke 🧠
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 ...
🚑Beyond Epinephrine: The Future of CPR with Ultrasound and Esmolol💖
After 6 doses of Epinephrine it may be too late for the CPR patient. Emergency physicians Dr. Zachary Boivin and Dr. Trent She, both from Connecticut, discussed their recent study entitled "Epinephrine in Cardiac Arrest: Identifying a Potential...
💉Paramedic Perspectives on COVID Through Qualitative Research 👨🏽🚒
Dr. Nigel Barr is a paramedic researcher from Australia and Dr. Bram Duffee is a paramedic researcher from the United States. Together they talk about their individual studies that used qualitative research to better understand the paramedic pe...
💀Death Talk from the Paramedic ☹
Dr. Zachary Tillett is a paramedic who works as an ER Physician in Maryland and talks about his new article “Breaking Bad News in the Prehospital Setting: A Guide for EMS Clinicians.”Book announcement: Bram Duffee is a co-author of the ...
🔪Paramedic performance in a high-stress surgical airway event 🚑
Dr Casey Patrick, an ER and EMS physician from Texas talks about a recent study he helped publish that looked at how successfully surgical cricothyrotomy can be performed by paramedics. Book announcement: Bram Duffee ...
Mental Health Research and Application in EMS
In this season finale episode, we talk about mental health in emergency medical services and interview Researcher and Psychologist Jacqueline O'Hagan along with mental health counselor and host of the Enroute podcast Joseph Brigandi.B...
The Decline of Rural Ambulance Services
In this episode, we interview Paramedic Jessica Thompson to talk about ambulance services closing in rural areas. The financial struggles faced by EMS providers, coupled with outdated reimbursement rates, have led many to economic collaps...
Navigating the Current EMS Landscape
In this episode we interview Sarah E. Fabiano, MD who is the new EMS Medical Director for the Journal of Emergency Medical Services who talks about the current EMS landscape in research and practice.Book announcement: Bram Duffee ...