7 Things EMS

7 Things Obstetrics with Rachel Tank

Thu, 07 May 2026 08:48:00 GMT

OB care is changing fast, and EMS is being pushed to the front lines.

Across the U.S., hospital obstetric units are closing, leaving growing “OB deserts” in their wake. That means more 911 calls for labor, delivery, and high-risk pregnancy emergencies. And the data backs it up. Thousands of babies are delivered outside the hospital each year, with life-threatening hemorrhage leading the list of complications.

At the same time, the new 2025 guidelines are raising the bar. They sharpen how we manage postpartum hemorrhage and stress the need for rapid treatment of severe hypertension in pregnancy.

This episode connects the dots.

What OB deserts mean on the ground
What EMS data is really telling us.
What’s changed in the guidelines
And why better OB training for EMS is no longer optional.

If you’re in EMS, this isn’t edge-case medicine anymore. It’s the job.

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7 Things Capnography

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 09:10:08 GMT

Capnography isn't just about the numbers or the shark fin—it’s a dynamic tool for understanding ventilation, perfusion, and metabolism in real time. In this episode of 7 Things EMS, we talk with Chris Kroboth FP-C and cover how capnography works, the importance of waveform interpretation, and what different circuit types mean for patient care. From managing ventilation to assessing perfusion and metabolic status, this episode shows why capnography should be a go-to in every EMS call.

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7 Things Sepsis with Rom Duckworth

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 13:32:26 GMT

Sepsis isn’t just a hospital problem—it’s a prehospital emergency, and EMS providers are the front line. In this episode of 7 Things EMS, host Dan Limmer is joined by fire captain, educator, and Sepsis Alliance advisory board member Rom Duckworth to break down what you really need to know to identify, treat, and advocate for septic patients before they crash.

From a no-fluff explanation of the immune response to practical tips using the CHART mnemonic, Rom takes a complex topic and makes it actionable. You'll learn why sepsis isn’t always obvious, how EMS assessments can reduce mortality, what red flags to watch for, and the right time to call that sepsis alert—even when it feels like no one’s listening.

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7 Things Dr. Peter Antevy Believes Will Change Your Practice

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 22:33:35 GMT

Dr. Peter Antevy is a physician, entrepreneur, and originator of the Handtevy® product for pediatric patients. He is a respected voice in EMS, and in this episode, he shares 7 things that he believes are practice-changing for EMS providers. From pediatric bradycardia and cardiac arrest to seizures, whole blood administration, and more, Dr. Antevy will challenge your thinking and improve your practice.

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7 Things Service Animals with Rob Ravndal

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 21:12:45 GMT

Service animals provide essential support, from mobility and sensory assistance to detecting diabetes and seizures. However, many EMS providers lack awareness of the laws and responsibilities surrounding these animals and their handlers.

In this episode, paramedic educator Rob Ravndal shares his experience, including how his service dog, Cairns, gave him new insight into service animal care. Listeners will learn how to respect patients and their service animals while delivering the best care and adhering to legal requirements.

An essential listen for EMS providers striving to improve patient outcomes and understanding.

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7 Things Stroke with Dr. Ed Dickinson

Tue, 12 Nov 2024 21:42:01 GMT

Strokes are serious. Strokes are time-sensitive as far as getting a patient to appropriate care. This episode is all about strokes. From how to perform an accurate and detailed stroke assessment to pathophysiology to hospital-based treatments, this 7 Things EMS gives you what you need to know. With a special emphasis on large vessel occlusion (LVO) strokes, you won’t want to miss this episode with Dr. Ed Dickinson, Professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine in the Perelman School of Medicine of the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia.

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7 Things Your Therapist Wants You to Know with Emily Reilly

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 18:01:05 GMT

Stress is real. PTSD is real. The need to take care of yourself is more

important now than ever. Emily Reilly is the Mental Health Coordinator for

New Orleans EMS. (Yes, home of the Nightwatch television show.) She

draws from her extensive experience with first responders and veterans

to help you prevent and deal with stress and burnout. From the streets of

New Orleans to the Pulse nightclub shooting in Florida, Emily gives you

solid insights into wellness and a peek behind the door of the therapist's

office.

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7 Things Wilderness EMS with David Fifer

Fri, 02 Aug 2024 19:16:42 GMT

Join us in an exiting new episode featuring David Fifer, as we dive deep into the realm of Wilderness EMS. Wilderness EMS is wild—literally. Practiced in remote and austere environments, it involves extended extraction times and tackling complex medical and traumatic challenges. In this episode, we will highlight seven crucial points about Wilderness EMS, providing valuable insights for everyone in the EMS field. Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or just starting out, you won't want to miss this exciting and informative discussion on the unique and demanding world of Wilderness EMS.

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7 Things Clinical Outsiders with Chris Ebright

Fri, 14 Jun 2024 19:29:23 GMT

This 7 Things EMS discusses several EMS patient presentations that are not very common but are still vital to be aware of during clinical practice. This session covers pediatric topics such as congenital heart defects and autism and conditions such as sepsis, autoimmune disease, hematology, and more. Listen for a great review of the “outsiders" with Dan Limmer and Chris Ebright, Lead Instructor for The University of Toledo EMS Program and National EMS presenter.

7 Things Passing the NREMT

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:24:08 GMT

In this special episode, Stephanie Limmer, the guest host, interviews Dan Limmer, the Chief Knowledge Officer of Limmer Education, a textbook author, and an all-around good guy. He shares his advice for students who are preparing for the NREMT, whether it is their first attempt or an additional one.

Show notes available here: https://limmereducation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Passing-the-NREMT-SHOWNOTES.pdf

NOTE: This episode is not available for CE.

7 Things AEMT Accreditation with Dr George Hatch

Wed, 08 Nov 2023 16:50:05 GMT

A recent survey by CoAEMSP found that two-thirds of AEMT Program Directors are enthusiastic about voluntary accreditation for AEMT programs, with 59% likely to seek it. The value of accreditation is highlighted in the higher pass rates of the National Registry certification exam by paramedics who attended CAAHEP-accredited Paramedic education programs compared to AEMTs. The voluntary accreditation option is hoped to enhance the safety and well-being of communities nationwide by advancing AEMT education programs. Join us as Dan talks with Executive Director Dr. George Hatch about the survey results and provides more information on AEMT voluntary accreditation.

7 Things Flipping the Classroom with Chuck Allias

Tue, 24 Oct 2023 00:51:12 GMT

Much has been written about the flipped classroom. In this podcast, Dan talks with Chuck Allias from Penn State Fayette about his experiences and insights from implanting a flipped format. Chuck includes practical tips on teaching and testing and even finds a way to bring Ted Lasso into the conversation. Get CE for listening! 1 hour CAPCE-approved F3 CE. Purchase here https://lc-ready.com/store/details/103-7_things_flipping_the_classroom

7 Things Research Tells Us About EMS Practice with EMS Avenger

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 16:49:34 GMT

Research is constantly changing EMS practice. It's difficult to keep up with everything happening and even more challenging to interpret these voluminous papers. This is where the EMS Avenger comes in. A popular social media figure who talks understandably and frequently about research. Each 7 Things relate to one piece of literature that has the potential to change everything from current thinking to practice to protocols.

7 Things EMS Leadership with Jon Politis

Thu, 04 May 2023 17:28:37 GMT

Leadership in EMS involves a path filled with curves and bumps. Transitioning from a provider to a leadership role isn't easy. This 7 Things podcast helps smooth the transition for new leaders and helps existing leaders stay on course. EMS leadership expert Jon Politis presents 7 practical tips you can begin to use today. Be the leader you want to be. Be the leader your organization or crew respects and looks up to.

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7 Things Pathophysiology Based Assessment with Joe Mistovich PT2

Tue, 04 Apr 2023 17:33:27 GMT

Special Double Episode! Three things in EMS are deeply connected: pathophysiology, assessment, and differential diagnosis. If a provider can apply principles of pathophysiology to assessment, coming to an accurate diagnosis becomes much easier. This 7 Things EMS brings in Joe Mistovich. Paramedic, educator, author, and pathophysiology geek. Joe explains the presentation of common conditions like hypoxia, hypoglycemia, and more through the lens of pathophysiology Part 2The second episode in this series digs deeper into common patient presentations and makes them understandable. We know that abdominal pain can present vaguely, edema is bad, and altered mental status can indicate a serious condition. But do you know exactly why? This episode digs into these conditions and more to provide a deep understanding that will improve your patient assessment.

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7 Things Pathophysiology Based Assessment with Joe Mistovich PT1

Tue, 04 Apr 2023 15:29:03 GMT

Special Double Episode! Three things in EMS are deeply connected: pathophysiology, assessment, and differential diagnosis. If a provider can apply principles of pathophysiology to assessment, coming to an accurate diagnosis becomes much easier. This 7 Things EMS brings in Joe Mistovich. Paramedic, educator, author, and pathophysiology geek. Joe explains the presentation of common conditions like hypoxia, hypoglycemia, and more through the lens of pathophysiology. Part 1Hypoxia, hypoperfusion, and hypoglycemia are common patient presentations. Yet many providers weren’t taught in a depth to truly understand these conditions. This episode of 7 Things EMS will take you from memorization to truly understanding these conditions and relating them to assessment findings. Guest Joe Mistovich takes detailed pathophysiology and makes it interesting and understandable.

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7 Things Well-Being with James Boomhower

Thu, 02 Mar 2023 17:58:38 GMT

Well-being is widely misunderstood and often not considered until it is too late. This 7 Things EMS on well-being is presented by an EMS provider who has been there—and done something about it. James Boomhower founded stayfit4duty.org and is pursuing his Master’s in Clinical Psychology. His discussion with Dan in this session covers a wide range of real and practical components of well-being that are surprisingly easy and intuitive.

If you're in need of support after reviewing this presentation and quiz, please don't hesitate to connect with a close friend, family member, or colleague, 988, or if you're in crisis 911.

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7 Things Continuing Education with Jay Scott

Thu, 23 Feb 2023 20:41:20 GMT

This continuing education podcast looks in the mirror to talk about continuing education. No one better to have this conversation with than Jay Scott, Executive Director of CAPCE. We talk about the intent of CAPCE, how CE is delivered and reported, and some fascinating insights into the future of EMS CE. And you get CE!

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7 Things Your Medical Director Wants You To Know with Dr Will Krost

Wed, 15 Feb 2023 15:46:06 GMT

Is the EMS physician an elusive creature only occasionally seen by EMS providers? Or is the EMS physician a tireless advocate and constant presence in a provider's life? Dr. Will Krost, an emergency physician and paramedic, helps take some of the mystery out of the physician-provider relationship. When you are done listening to this podcast, you will wish Dr. Krost was your medical director.

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7 Things EMS Education with Dan Batsie

Mon, 13 Feb 2023 21:02:39 GMT

Would you like to move beyond the basic educator classes and get the details and motivation to take your class to the next level? This is the podcast you need. Dan Batsie takes us through new theories and classroom practices guaranteed to change your approach as an educator.

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7 Things Renal Emergencies with Dr. Bill Young

Mon, 13 Feb 2023 20:42:50 GMT

How we found a brilliant, dynamic, and compassionate person—who is also a two-time kidney transplant recipient—is beyond us. But we found all those things and more with Bill Young. Using an insider's perspective combined with a detailed clinical mind, Our host, Dan, found 7 Things you really need to know about renal emergencies.

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7 Things Medical-Legal with Wes Ogilvie

Mon, 13 Feb 2023 20:13:28 GMT

The Medical-Legal chapter in the textbook is important, but most people speed through it to get to the juicy clinical material. Medical-Legal is important—and very relevant to your practice—as you will find out in this legally insightful podcast with paramedic and attorney Wes Ogilvie.

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7 Things Street Medicine with Dr. Mike Lauria

Fri, 10 Feb 2023 17:56:08 GMT

Dr. Mike Lauria is an emergency physician with a background as a paramedic, flight paramedic, and an elite special forces Pararescueman in the Air Force. In this amazing 7 Things, Dr. Lauria combines this experience into 7 Things that will help you be a better EMT or paramedic on the street. Don't miss it!

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7 Things Death and Dying with Alex Jabr

Fri, 10 Feb 2023 17:26:48 GMT

Death and dying are very much in the minds of EMS providers today. This podcast talks about all the things you need to know about calls involving death, from what and when to say something, death notifications, and the resilience to return another day.

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7 Things Toxicology with Dr. Tony Tomassoni

Fri, 10 Feb 2023 16:26:03 GMT

You've likely wished that you could have a brilliant toxicologist explain things in a way you could understand and apply to your practice. Wish no longer as Yale physician and toxicologist (and longtime friend of EMS) Tony Tomassoni shares his 7 Things about toxicology.

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7 Things Simulation with Richard Low

Fri, 10 Feb 2023 15:10:57 GMT

Limmer Education's own Richard Low talks about simulation in the EMS classroom with Dan. Whether you are an experienced educator with a sim lab or someone looking to do more, these 7 Things will help tune up or start up your use of simulation.

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7 Things Resuscitation with Bobby Wales

Wed, 08 Feb 2023 22:25:36 GMT

When we wanted 7 Things about resuscitation, we went to the source. Bobby Wales is the Director of Education for the American Heart Association. In this episode, we talk about how the guidelines are developed, how they are meant to be used, and of course, some of the science and highlights of resuscitation from the AHA guidelines.

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