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Press Release: Kilted to Kick Cancer

INDUSTRY BLOGGERS, companies KILT UP TO KICK prostate CANCER Magnum Boots USA and Alt.Kilt have partnered up with Bloggers Motorcop and The Happy Medic to raise awareness for male-specific cancer during September, Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. The goal of the campaign, better known as Kilted to Kick Cancer, is to encourage men to take control […]

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Using Social Media at EMS World Expo #EMSWorldExpo

Dave Konig, the Social Medic, has written a great article about using Social Media tools and networks to prepare for and make the most of social media tools at EMS World Expo. I have one contrary comment – Put your #$%@! phone back in your pocket and talk to people. You just traveled across the […]

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3 Things I Will Never Do in Open Toed Shoes

1. Cut the lawn 2. Use a power washer 3. Fly on an airplane You want to sit next to these for 3 hours on the flight to EMS World Expo in Las Vegas? Have you ever cared for a power washer injury? How about you? What will you never do in open toed shoes? […]

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10 Tips for EMS World Expo #EMSWorldExpo

I am leaving for EMS World Expo in Las Vegas in less than two weeks. The event is approaching fast. I have been to EMS World Expo (formerly EMS Expo) in Dallas, Atlanta, Orlando, and Las Vegas. These travel tips have served me well over the years. 1. Before you leave install the TripIt smartphone […]

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EMS Education Tips

Scholarship Essay Writing Tips

EMS professionals have many opportunities to apply for scholarships for initial education, continuing education, and conference attendance. I am occasionally asked to review and rank scholarship essays and have these tips for all applicants. 1. Carefully review the eligibility and application criteria. 2. Understand the essay question or topic. Reflect and brainstorm on the question/topic before you […]

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EMS World Expo Scholarship Contests

In my part one of my three part series on how to pay for EMS conferences I discussed applying for scholarships. Two scholarship opportunities for EMS World Expo have come to my attention: 1. Nominations Open for Robert G. Nixon EMS World Expo Scholarship Program 2. EMS World EMS Newbie Essay Contest // Tomorrow: tips […]

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EMS Conference Attendance: Tips to Reduce the Cost Part 3

Become a Conference Presenter Many conferences partially compensate presenters for with a complimentary registration and reimbursement of expenses. Conferences may also offer an honorarium. In my experience the amount varies widely. Because of the time involved to review and select presenters the application process often begins a year before the next conference. Generally you will […]

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Video: Ambulance Safety Tips

In this video, recorded at EMS World Expo 2010, Justin Schorr and I discuss ambulance safety. ParamedicTV is powered by EMS1.com

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EMS Conference Attendance: Tips to Reduce the Cost Part 2

Conference Expenses: It’s a Math Problem I cash flow all purchases, even major expenses like a new dishwasher, family vacation, or landscaping project. I recommend the same. I have yet to attend a professional conference that would be worth getting into credit card debt to be paid off with 18% interest. To cash flow your […]

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Announcement: EMS World Expo 2011

Registration Now Open for August 29-September 1 in Las Vegas EMS World Expo is one of my favorite EMS events. Each year Expo brings together the best presenters, exhibits, and social activities for an international EMS audience. I am honored to have been selected to present at EMS World Expo 2011. My sessions: Trends in Online Emergency […]