Rob McCartin

Greetings Everyone,

There have been several new policies put out by the DOH BEMS related to Intubation and Protocols. Please click on the attached link to see the policies first hand. Keep in mind, the new protocols go into effect on February 15th, 2023, and if you have any further questions you may contact Mike or myself, or you may contact your Medical Director. Thanks.

https://www.health.ny.gov/professionals/ems/policy/policy.htm

Greetings Everyone,

Attached you will find multiple policies that have been approved and will be posted shortly related to changes to protocols and other initiatives. Please note, the changes to the protocols will take effect on February 15th, 2023. As always, if you have any questions please feel free to contact Mike or myself, or you may reach out to your Medical Director.

http://ubmdems.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/23-05-Removal-of-Endotracheal-Intubation-from-AEMT-Level.pdf

http://ubmdems.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/23-04-Collabrative-Changelog-V.23.1-Effective-02.15.2023.pdf

http://ubmdems.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/New-York-Collaborative-EMS-Protocols-V.23.1-Effective-02.15.23.pdf

http://ubmdems.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Statewide-BLS-Protocols-V.23.1-Effective-02.15.2023.pdf

http://ubmdems.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/23-06-Oxygen-Tank-Compliance-on-Ambulances.pdf

http://ubmdems.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/23-07-New-York-State-EMS-Provider-Scope-of-Practice-by-Level-.pdf

http://ubmdems.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/23-03-Statewide-BLS-Protocol-Changelog-V.23.1-Effective-02.15.2023-FINAL-.pdf

Greetings Everyone,

Attached is a flyer for a CFR class beginning in May 2023. If interested please download the flyer.

http://ubmdems.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/2023-CFR-Course-Flyer-w-dates-PENDING-APPROVAL92.pdf

Greetings Everyone,

Attached is a training announcement for a Mental Health for the First Responders. This is scheduled for February 20th, 2023 at the Twin District Fire Company. For more information please download the flyer.

http://ubmdems.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Twin-District-Mental-Health-Flyer-2022-11-07-15_07_4360.pdf

Greetings Everyone,

The Bureau has recently released 2 new policies for this year. Please click the links below for more information:

Instructor Policy – https://www.health.ny.gov/professionals/ems/pdf/23-02.pdf

New BLS iGel Supraglottic Airway Pilot Project – https://www.health.ny.gov/professionals/ems/pdf/23-01.pdf

iGel Application – https://www.health.ny.gov/professionals/ems/pdf/igel_agency_application.pdf

Please keep in mind, those interested in participating in the BLS Supraglottic Airway pilot must obtain written approval from your local REMSCO and the Bureau.

Greetings All

Dr Jason Borton will be giving a lecture entitled “Clinical Behavior and Judgement – Let’s take a good look at ourselves”. CME will be available for this course.

This is scheduled for Wednesday, January 18^th, 2023, at the Harris Hill Fire Company located at 8630 Main St. Williamsville, NY 14221. Dinner will be provide at 1830hrs and the lecture will begin at 1900hrs.

Participation is limited to the first 75 people and registration is required. If interested please email Dr Borton at borto@buffalo.edu. The registration period will end on Monday, January 16^th, 2023, in order to accurately order the food.

If interested, please sign up today. Thanks

Greetings All,

See the following message from the DEC:

Good Morning,

Do you know an EMT, physician, nurse practitioner, physician assistant, registered nurse, or licensed practical nurse who may be interested in being a health director summer 2023 at one of New York State Department of Environmental Conservation’s (DEC’s) summer camps and meets minimum qualifications (see attached position description and flyer)? Do you have an employment page that we can link to https://www.dec.ny.gov/education/1869.html

Now in its 76^th year, the DEC summer camps program offers week-long adventures in conservation education for children ages 11-17. DEC operates four residential camps for children: Camp Colby in Saranac Lake (Franklin County); Camp DeBruce in Livingston Manor (Sullivan County); Camp Rushford in Caneadea (Allegany County), and Pack Forest in Warrensburg (Warren County).

Interested candidates need to submit:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Unofficial transcripts

Thank you for your assistance and let me know if you have any questions.

Sincerely,

Tom

Tom Shimalla

Environmental Educator 3, Bureau of Environmental Education

Division of Operation

Greetings Agency Leaders,

Please review the following message. If interested please follow the link at the Bottom:

NYS Ambulance Agency Leaders,

Background:
In the wake of the record breaking snowfall event in Erie County, the Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR) Section of the Bureau of EMS is conducting a survey to determine the availability of EMS agencies able to respond to a request for emergency assistance under the State Mobilization Plan. Agencies assigned to respond to this event will be contracted with Erie County, NY and NOT New York State.

Please respond to this survey ASAP. Results will be polled at 1400 hrs. on December 25th and the survey will close at 1800 hrs. on December 26th. 

Please consider the following when responding to the survey.

ALL AGENCIES ARE ASKED TO RESPOND TO THIS SURVEY REGARDLESS OF ABILITY TO DEPLOY UNITS.

1. Funding for this deployment is as follows:
   • BLS Unit $1,000/unit per day
   • ALS Unit $1,200/unit per day
2. The concept of operations is as follows:
   • 12 hour operational periods (0700-1900 and 1900-0700)
   • Accommodations including shelter & food will be available at the deployed location
   • Staging/Deployment location is TBD
   • All agencies will be covered by their own insurance
   • Duration will be up to 7 days or more depending on call volume and volunteer participation

DO NOT RESPOND AT THIS TIME, THIS SURVEY IS ONLY TO DETERMINE AVAILABLE RESOURCES. AGENCIES WILL BE CONTACTED IF SELECTED FOR DEPLOYMENT

Donald Trzepacz Jr.

District Chief / Investigator

Emergency Preparedness and Response

https://apps.health.ny.gov/pubpal/builder/survey/2022-december-erie-county-snowst

Greetings Everyone,

First, I wanted to take a moment to wish everyone a Happy Holidays despite much of what we are going to be dealing with. Im fairly confident that we are all familiar with the fact that Elliott has made its arrival this morning. Both Mike and I will be monitoring much of the information that being put out regarding this storm and will do our best to share what we can either through email or Facebook.

We do urge that everyone avoid travel if you do not need to travel. While this event is only beginning, it is expected to get worse starting tonight. Many of the jurisdictions are beginning to implement travel bans, so please check before traveling in your area. Agency Leaders, work with your neighboring fire companies and EMS agencies when responding to calls. Consider prior to transporting calling your local hospital and alerting them to your pending arrival. Drive slow and safe. Ensure that your vehicle remain as full with gas as you can and make sure to keep extra blankets and consider carrying some quick food items just in case.

If you plan to assist your volunteer agencies, you also should consider bringing an extra set of clothing and important medication with you just in case you can not get back home. As we could go on and on, I just wanted to make sure that everyone knew we want you to be safe and secure during this storm.

Thank you all for what you do.

Greetings Everyone,

Dr Poreda will be teaching his Firefighter Health and Safety Course at the Erie County Fire Training Center On Feb 8th, 2023. This does have a CME opportunity for individuals so if interested please check out the flyer and you must use the link to register. All participants must register in advance.

http://ubmdems.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/5152301_firefighter_health_safety.pdf

https://www3.erie.gov/fire/form/standard-training-course-applica