Recent content by Jack Bode

If one wanted to make the EMS situation worse, then the answer would be to turn it over to government. Otherwise, if one wants to increase access, control cost and improve quality, then the best framework would be a free-market. Works every time. Markets never fail.

We don't "splint" hip fractures except to help stabilize the leg once the patient has been picked up and placed on the stretcher. We do offer pain relief with Morphine, 0.1 mg/kg, (can be repeated). I work in an urban system with relatively short transport times. I suppose a case could be made...

Say What ?? I work at a service with 130 full time paramedics. A quick calculation estimates that 47 of us make over 70K a year. A handful of us make over 100K with overtime. We have a 40hr/wk schedule and excellent benefits. We got in this position by demonstrating value to our...