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Greetings,

There are two updated policies that have been placed on the Bureau of EMS and Trauma Systems website.  The first is an update to policy statement 23-08 which has been now  23-08B

This particular policy was introduced a few months back and covered Pilot Educational Programs.  The original policy introduced four pilot programs.  The updated policy statement adds a fifth pilot program for Recruitment and Retention.  Agencies leaders please review this policy as this may be an option for prospective members who may have taken an EMT class through self funding.  Details can be found using the link below:

https://www.health.ny.gov/professionals/ems/pdf/23-08b.pdf

The second policy update is regarding policy statement 23-09 which is now updated to policy statement 23-09.b.  The big news on this policy statement update is the increase in course reimbursements for the EMT, AEMT original course along with an increase in the PSE Rates.  This notice can be found at this link:

https://www.health.ny.gov/professionals/ems/pdf/23-09b.pdf

Thank you everyone and stay safe!

Greetings

The link below will take you to correspondence from Rob Orlowski regarding Mount St Mary’s capability rumors.  Please take the time to read his very quick notice. Thank you everyone and stay safe!

https://ubmdems.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/St-Marys-Letter-letter.pdf

Greetings Everyone,

There will be a CME opportunity on Geriatrics at the Bliss Fire Hall, Mon, Oct 9th at 1900hrs. If you are interested please download the flyer for registration instructions. Food will be provided.

http://ubmdems.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Bliss-Geriatrics77.pdf

Greetings Everyone,

Dr Poreda will be doing his Firefighter Health and Safety Presentation at the Twin District Fire Department on Sept 28th, 2023 at both 9am and 7pm. Please download the flyer if interested, and if you would like to attend there is no sign up required, just show up.

http://ubmdems.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/firefighter-safety_poreda_9-28-2023.pdf

Greetings Everyone,

A request from the DOH BEMS

Dear NYS EMS Providers,

30 Second Read (direct and to the point):

We need YOUR help getting direct information from EMS providers in the field about some previously proposed legislative updates to Article 30 that were not enacted.

Please press the link below and spend about 5-10 minutes from your phone or computer to complete the survey.

https://apps.health.ny.gov/pubpal/builder/survey/part-s-feedback-survey

Understanding the Part S Feedback Survey (little longer explanation):

As part of the 2023-2024 budget (current budget period), a section was included called Part S – Modernization of EMS.

Several sections of Part S were enacted into legislation in April of 2023 as part of the Modernization of EMS proposal.  Some proposed sections of Part S were not included in the legislative updates.

This survey is to gain feedback from the EMS community on sections of Part S that were not included.

Please take a few minutes to respond to this survey and provide your feedback so your insights and recommendations and be heard and shared.

Survey:

We encourage you to participate in this survey by clicking on the link provided below. The survey should take between 5-10 minutes from your phone or computer to complete, and your input will make a significant impact.

https://apps.health.ny.gov/pubpal/builder/survey/part-s-feedback-survey

Thank you in advance for your time and contribution to this important endeavor. By actively participating, you will help shape the future of EMS in New York State, ensuring that your voice is heard and respected.

Questions about Survey:

If you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at:

https://apps.health.ny.gov/pubpal/builder/survey/part-s-survey-questions

Greeting!

At the request of Emily James of Catholic Health we are passing on information regarding the Mercy Hospital EMS Awards event.  Please take a moment and nominate someone you feel deserves recognition!.  The first link below is the letter for the agencies and the second link is for the actual awards nomination.

Thank you everyone and stay safe!

https://ubmdems.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/2023-Letter-to-Agencies-2.pdf

https://ubmdems.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/2023-AWARD-NOMINATION-FORM-1.pdf

Greetings Everyone,

Please see attached

Greetings

Please see the link below regarding a PHTLS Class being hosted at Lewiston 1 by Catholic Health

Stay Safe

Link:   https://ubmdems.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Lewiston-1-PHTLS-.pdf

Greetings Everyone,

Last night, the Wyoming/Erie REMSCO hosted their 2023 Awards Dinner for Agencies/Providers in their region. We wanted to take a moment and publicly congratulate those recipients of their awards. The following are this years 2023 award recipients of the Regional Council Awards. All these have been submitted to the State for consideration in their respective categories, and if selected will be presented at the 2023 NYS DOH Vital Signs Conference in October. Congratulations to all and we wish them luck as they move forward.

BLS Provider of the Year – Robert Meyer (Senior) – Grand Island Fire

ALS Provider of the Year – Greg Flurry – Twin City Ambulance

EMS Agency of the Year – Colden Fire Department

Youth Provider of the Year – Erik Filkorn – Boston EMS

EMS Leadership Award – Jill Brauner – Twin City Ambulance

EMS Educator of the Year – Rodney Hogg – Erie County EMS

EMS Communication Specialist of the Year – Kevin Jewett, Haley Coniglio, Elizabeth Forkle – Erie County MERS Control

Greetings

Correction to previous email!  The date for the Officer course in the email should have read September 25, 2023 not September 5.   The attached flyer in both the previous and this email have the correct date.

Stay Safe!

https://ubmdems.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Darien-Officer-Class.pdf