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donniewoodyard
Sep 15, 20245 min read
Mediwave's Successful Launch of Purpose-Built AI for EMS: A Step Forward in Innovation
In the broader healthcare landscape, the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been brewing for years, with physicians and...
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donniewoodyard
Sep 10, 20242 min read
Exciting Podcast Appearance: Donnie Woodyard on 'Registry Insider'
I’m thrilled to share that I was recently featured on the Registry Insider  video podcast, hosted by Bill Seifarth, the Executive...
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donniewoodyard
Jun 5, 20242 min read
Explore the Rich History of Texas EMS on EMS-History.com
At EMS-History.com, we are dedicated to preserving and sharing the rich history of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) across the United...
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donniewoodyard
May 15, 20241 min read
Freedom House Ambulance Service: 50 years of a delayed promise, now fulfilled.
Freedom House Ambulance Service: 50 years of a delayed promise, now fulfilled. On May 15, 2024 I had the incredible opportunity to...
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donniewoodyard
Dec 11, 20233 min read
Beyond Calendars: Elevating Leadership Meetings from Mundane to Meaningful
Imagine sitting in a leadership team meeting, glancing at the clock as your colleagues take turns discussing their weekly schedules....
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donniewoodyard
Dec 8, 20231 min read
Paramedics’ Actions In Elijah McClain Case Scrutinized
This article was published by JEMS on 8 December 2023. https://www.jems.com/commentary/paramedics-actions-in-elijah-mcclain-case-scrutini...
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donniewoodyard
Dec 5, 20234 min read
Between Care and Court: The Trial of Colorado Paramedics and Its Impact on the EMS Profession
Recently, I've been closely monitoring the jury trial of two Colorado paramedics, facing charges of negligent criminal homicide for a...
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donniewoodyard
Nov 27, 20232 min read
Unveiling the Truth: Minnesota's EMS Report and the need for Unified National EMS Billing Reform
The "2023 Financial Evaluation of Minnesota's Ground Ambulance Industry" report (November 2023) has unearthed critical insights with...
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donniewoodyard
Nov 20, 202313 min read
Modernizing the Interview Process: Emphasizing Preparation and Insight
In a departure from writing about EMS history, today's post is focused on the critical skill of interviewing. Download the PDF of this...
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donniewoodyard
Sep 13, 20236 min read
The Star of Life - The Profession's Symbol with a Misrepresented History
The Star of Life is a powerful visual reminder of the critical role that EMS practitioners play in saving lives and promoting public...
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donniewoodyard
Aug 5, 20232 min read
Dr. Peter Safar Discovering Mouth to Mouth
Today, the technique of mouth-to-mouth resuscitation is recognized globally. CPR and rescue breathing are taught to everyone, from...
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donniewoodyard
Aug 3, 20232 min read
My Letter to EMS Leaders, Managers, and Visionaries
Throughout my three-decade-long EMS career, I have come to appreciate the significance of having experienced mentors and dependable...
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