Insights Talkback
EMS at the Crossroads
Knowledge leads the way to wisdom.
First, thank you for discussing the IOM report. The more we discuss it the more life we infuse into the work that has gone into producing a roadmap of opportunity in our wonderful profession. I think back to the early 90's and listening to Jim Page talk about the History of EMS. We've come a long way baby and I am encouraged that the "problems" have been identified for us. It's like a performance report. We know we do alot of good for alot of people and we know we make a difference - even if it is just giving people a peace of mind that someone is coming. We have not lost our way, we are simply at the "crossroads". It is a journey and we are finding our way with the help of the IOM, federal & state constituency groups and local discussions amongst our own organizations. If we keep our eye on patient care then our path will be straight. Crossroads just give us an opportunity to reflect on the past, make changes in the present, and have a renewed hope for the future. So, the first step seems to be to read the report. Thank you for providing a forum for discussion even though this response is more philosophical than clinical.
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Jul 27, 2006,
10:09:00 AM
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