By the Academy of International Mobile Healthcare Integration (AIMHI) In a world where EMS is rapidly changing, it’s clear that outdated practices can’t keep pace with the evidence-based advancements reshaping our profession. During the recent Academy of International Mobile Healthcare Integration (AIMHI) webinar – Myth Busters: Emergency Medical Services Delivery – Expectation vs. Reality, industry experts weighed in on how EMS systems must adjust to overcome inefficiencies, and face the staffing and economic crises head-on. Their message was clear: it’s time to bust some long-standing myths about EMS and embrace smarter, more effective strategies.
The bottom line up front
- It’s time to move beyond outdated performance metrics and focus on outcomes that actually matter
- Prioritize resources where they’re truly needed. Smarter deployment means better care
- Saving lives doesn’t always mean rushing everywhere – safety comes first
- Let’s align our expectations with the science
- Efficiency plus expertise equals better patient care – not every EMS call needs an ALS response
Busting the myths
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