11/12/2025
MMA EMS Assumption University Drill
On November 9, MMA EMS members (Chief Burke, EMT Handel, and EMT Difalco Wheeler) attended a moulage drill at Assumption University for Physician Assistant students. Invited by Eric Otterson, MMA EMS assisted with setup and participated alongside MMA A1.
The day began with a class led by 18 Delta Special Forces and Army Medics on MCI triage and “closed loop communication.” Members also learned the RPM method (Respiration, Perfusion, Mental status) for rapid triage.
Following the class, Eric Otterson trained MMA EMS on using an advanced medical manikin capable of breathing, bleeding, talking, and showing pulses. Members helped run a “Stop the Bleed” station, controlling the manikin while Army Medics instructed PA students.
Later, UMass Memorial Life Flight landed on the baseball field to demonstrate helicopter operations and equipment. MMA EMS helped simulate a critical patient transport and toured the medflight with the students.
The main drill simulated a large-scale MCI in the clinic, requiring PA students to manage multiple patients under pressure. MMA EMS helped out by operating the manikins and transporting “patients” to and from MMA A1.
Overall, the event was a success. MMA EMS thanks Mr. Otterson, Assumption University faculty, 18 Delta Special Forces, and Army Medics for the opportunity and valuable training experience.
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