Author Archives: Dan White

I’m working with Bryan Fass to help promote the Fit Responder training programs. Fit Responder is the only safety-based blended learning system built by and for first responders. We offer a validated methodology using evidence-based standards proven to reduce injuries, extend career … Continue reading →

The University of Arizona recently released the results of an important study to the media with the headline, “UA-Led Initiative Doubles Survival Rates After Severe Traumatic Brain Injury“. Dr. Dan Spaite, Chair of Emergency Medicine at the UA was the … Continue reading →

Mercury Medical has a truly innovative nasopharyngeal airway, that they don’t even really market that much to EMS. But it is very cool. I’ve rarely used NPA’s. They are just an awkward fit in EMS. If a patient is breathing, … Continue reading →

Question; Does anyone carry their own personal kit on the job anymore?   For many years I carried my own personal kit on the job. I’m not sure if the idea would be received well today but I had good … Continue reading →

Most EMT’s and Medics measure their abilities on a metric of regurgitation. They are proud of their memory. They are easily able to recite algorithms and treatments, drug doses and protocols effortlessly. They think this is what matters. It’s not. … Continue reading →

One of my pet peeves with EMS providers is how they introduce themselves to their patient. So many seem to feel this is unimportant and what really matters is their clinical skills. You could not be more wrong. How you … Continue reading →

I’m struggling to understand the many posts and stories of LEO’s overcome by trace topical skin exposure to Fentanyl. The typical story line is this stuff is so toxic if it touches you at all you could die. The “victims” … Continue reading →

Last week an important article hit the internet, written by Dr. Joe Holly. I’ve met him and his conclusions should be taken in high regard. This guy is no industry shill. He cannot be bought or sold. He conducts his research … Continue reading →

Contempt is an insidious disease that steals your heart and corrodes your soul. It happens quietly when you aren’t looking. It starts with seemingly harmless generalizations about the patients that are your privilege to serve. I know how it happens … Continue reading →

Finegan Lights are a patented illumination retrofit kit designed to be attached to ground ladders. The retrofit kit does not alter the structural integrity of a ladder and does not affect NFPA certification. Finegan Lights are the brainchild of Bill Finegan, … Continue reading →