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The EMS Educator

Prodigy EMS
EMS Education
Emergency Medical Services
Education
Patient Care
Belonging
Realism In EMS Simulation
Clinical Judgment
EMS Competitions
AEMT Certification
Paramedic Certification
Simulation Training
Mental Health
Training and Simulation Techniques
National Registry
Cardiac Arrest
Generational Differences In Education
Occupational Expectation
Culture
Equity
Best Practices In EMS Education

Prodigy EMS brings you EMS education reimagined. Join us for relevant, high-quality discussions around the best practices in EMS education. You'll find interviews with experts in EMS, education, simulation, medical direction, leadership, and more. Explore hundreds of courses and earn CAPCE credit at www.prodigyems.com. Follow @ProdigyEMS on Twitter, FB, YouTube and IG.

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What if the traits that make someone great at EMS are the same ones that make traditional classrooms feel challenging? In this episode, hosts Rob Lawrence, Hilary Gates, and Maia Dorsett sit down with Nicole Hansen, EdD, EMT-P, Long Island EMS Divisi... more

Have you ever had a close call falling asleep because you were exhausted from working your EMS shift? While we often acknowledge fatigue in EMS as an issue, we must do more to address and operationalize the education, policy, and system design of thi... more

How can cardiac arrest data be used to create quality education for EMS clinicians? In this episode, hosts Maia Dorsett, Rob Lawrence and Hilary Gates are joined by quality improvement experts Kerby Johnson, Clinical Quality Research Coordinator for ... more

Recorded live from the National Association of EMS Physicians (NAEMSP) 2026 Annual Meeting in Tampa, hosts Rob Lawrence and Hilary Gates welcome back leaders from the National Registry of EMTs (NREMT) — CEO Bill Seifarth and COO Alan Arguello — for a... more

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Recent Guests

Nicole Hansen
EMS educator and researcher focusing on mental preparedness and ADHD in EMS
NYU Langone, Long Island EMS Division
Episode: Wired for the Job: ADHD, Mental Preparedness, Neurodiversity in EMS
Maia Dorsett
Resident researcher/coach contributing to research focus
Prodigy EMS
Episode: Wired for the Job: ADHD, Mental Preparedness, Neurodiversity in EMS
Stephanie Louka
Emergency and EMS physician; medical director
Richmond, Virginia area; non-transport BLS industrial agency
Episode: Fatigue as a Systems Problem: Policy, Culture, and Risk in EMS
Dan Patterson
Researcher specializing in sleep, health and fatigue in first responders
University of Pittsburgh
Episode: Fatigue as a Systems Problem: Policy, Culture, and Risk in EMS
Kerby Johnson
Clinical Quality Research Coordinator
Fort Worth Fire Department EMS (MedStar/OMD context)
Episode: The Science of the Save: Data-Driven Cardiac Arrest Training
Kevin Gustina
Paramedic; training coordinator specialist
Parenten Ambulance (Monroe Livingston Region)
Episode: The Science of the Save: Data-Driven Cardiac Arrest Training
Bill Seifarth
CEO of National Registry of EMTs
National Registry of EMTs
Episode: Pirates, Partnerships, & Practice Analysis: NREMT Sets Sail for the Future of EMS
Alan Arguello
Chief Operating Officer at National Registry of EMTs
National Registry of EMTs
Episode: Pirates, Partnerships, & Practice Analysis: NREMT Sets Sail for the Future of EMS
Jacob Stuehl
Critical Care Paramedic at Mount Sinai-Cravist Children's Hospital
Mount Sinai-Cravist Children's Hospital
Episode: Fostering Courage & Vulnerability: The Value of EMS Competitions

Hosts

Rob Lawrence
Host with extensive experience leading EMS education discussions and podcast segments.
Hilary Gates
Co-host and educator frequently guiding EMS education conversations.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 42 ratings
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    Great overview of an important topic.

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Clear, practical takeaways for EMS education and training.
Thoughtful discussions on data-driven learning and patient care are appreciated.
Great overview of an important topic.
Guests bring diverse expertise that translates to on-the-ground improvements.
Consistent focus on education quality and innovation.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Wired for the Job: ADHD, Mental Preparedness, Neurodiversity in EMS
Q: What are some practical strategies educators can use to support ADHD or neurodiverse students in EMS classrooms?
Strategies include compassionate, team-based interactions; explicit cognitive supports like calendar invites and structured deadlines; hands-on and scenario-based learning; handwritten notes; and creating strong social networks and mentorship to reduce stigma and promote belonging.
Wired for the Job: ADHD, Mental Preparedness, Neurodiversity in EMS
Q: Tell us about what led you to that research, both the mental preparedness and ADHD research.
Nicole describes turning clinical observations and gaps in the curriculum into research questions, leading to a dissertation on mental preparedness and an ADHD-focused study that highlighted under-addressed needs in EMS education and the prevalence of neurodiverse learners in EMS programs.
Mind the Gaps: What Simulation Reveals About Pediatric Readiness in EMS
Q: Can you tell us a little bit about where those simulations came from, and how was this implemented across states and studied?
We collaborated with a group from Boston Medical Center, using previously validated simulations for quality improvement and education in pediatric care.
Mind the Gaps: What Simulation Reveals About Pediatric Readiness in EMS
Q: What specific questions were you trying to answer?
Our primary objective was to assess EMS team performance during pediatric emergencies and identify gaps for educational improvement.
It’s a G’Day For America: Unique Approaches to the EMS Staffing Shortage
Q: How have the workforce reacted to the incoming Australian medics?
They've been very well received and have integrated nicely with the team.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The EMS Educator

What is The EMS Educator about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on EMS education, research, and practical training improvements driven by data, simulation, and innovative pedagogy. Across episodes, guests discuss how to translate field data into better training, push for updated competency models, and embrace medical education concepts like trauma-informed care, emotional intelligence, and deliberate practice. The conversations often highlight scalable, proven methods—ranging from micro-learning and hot-wash debriefs to fellowship-level curricula and community EMS initiatives—that aim to elevate patient care and on-scene decision making. A standout trait is the ensemble of practitioners, educators, and leaders who bridge frontline EMS with academia and policy, plus a recurring emphasis ... more

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1. Nicole Hansen
2. Maia Dorsett
3. Stephanie Louka
4. Dan Patterson
5. Kerby Johnson
6. Kevin Gustina
7. Bill Seifarth
8. Alan Arguello

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