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At any moment, an individual may suffer a sudden, life-threatening illness or traumatic injury requiring immediate medical attention. More than one in every six people in the Tidewater Emergency Medical Services (EMS) region will summon an emergency ambulance this year. The ambulance response is provided from a local level, triggered by a call to 9-1-1. The professional volunteer and career emerge
At any moment, an individual may suffer a sudden, life-threatening illness or traumatic injury requiring immediate medical attention. More than one in every six people in the Tidewater Emergency Medical Services (EMS) region will summon an emergency ambulance this year. The ambulance response is provided from a local level, triggered by a call to 9-1-1. The professional volunteer and career emerge
Operating as usual
The TEMS Board also includes members who represent organizations related to TEMS' mission and are committed to serving the communities of our region:
Donna Marchant-Roof, Allied Health
Traci Richards, Behavioral Health
W. Travis Kirby, PA-C, EVMS
Brian Phillips, Special Operations
Janice E. McKay, Tidewater ENA
Thank you for participating - your contributions are appreciated!
Learn more about the Whole Blood Initiative by listening to the TEMS Time podcast! Available on:
Spotify https://buff.ly/3sdsB8G
Apple Podcasts https://buff.ly/3guemcJ
Google Play https://buff.ly/3To2wQd...
Online https://buff.ly/2XlJhw3
Subscribe to TEMS Time so you won't miss the next episode with an update on the WBI program.
Donate.TidewaterEMS.org
Our most recent Quarterly Training Education Experience was held yesterday - see below to learn more about the sessions and topics covered and 'Save the Date' for the Winter QTEE (January 26th).
The Oct 20 QTEE was very well attended and kicked off with Mindy Seigh, LVAD Coordinator, talking about left ventricle assist devices. She gave a lecture that shared the different types, what to look for with connections and lights, trouble-shooting tips, best practices and who to call when you need help… which is 757-388-2831 option 5 to reach a VAD coordinator 24/7. Then she had a hands on portion of class where the participants were able to change batteries, silence alarms, and practice handling them.
Then Dr. Dylan Woolum, EMS Fellow, covered dialysis emergencies. Some of the takeaways was a better understanding of hyperkalemia, common complications of dialysis, high incidence of sepsis, whole blood use, value of CPAP for ESRD and direct fingertip pressure controls most dialysis shunt bleeds.
Travis Karicofe kicked us off after lunch with a trauma based lecture that was dynamic and leaving people wanting more! Participants walked away with more information about the use of AAJT’s, evidencd based change, critical thinking, junctional tourniquets and stopping the bleed is the most important part of hemorrhaging patients.
The day wrapped up with Dr. Joseph Lang talking about difficult airways! Providers learned how to line up the airway for the most success when intubating, giving only room air oxygen to neonates, techniques for identifying landmarks for crics, and always have a secondary airway plan in case the first one doesn’t work.
TEMS sponsored QTEE has NO FEE for participants, requires NO PREREQUISITES and CEU's ARE PROVIDED -- All EMS Providers are Invited to Attend this Training
Next QTEE session is January 26, 2023 - Learn more: TidewaterEMS.org/QTEE
The Tidewater Emergency Medical Services Council, Inc. was incorporated in 1974 as a non-profit organization for the purpose of developing and implementing an efficient and effective regional EMS delivery system. The council integrates and coordinates resources to ensure rapid response and expert patient care, as well as coordination between more than 60 local EMS agencies and 15 hospitals and disaster medical preparedness.
Thank you Board members from the following jurisdictions:
-- Vernie Francis, City of Franklin
-- Pat Humphries, Isle of Wight County
-- Clayton Gaskins, Southampton County
-- Keith Johnson, City of Suffolk
Thank you to those who have stepped up to financially support the Whole Blood Initiative! This is a major program for TEMS which is a non-profit organization and community engagement is vital to maintain, sustain and expand this program across the ten jurisdictions in the Tidewater EMS Council region.
Please consider contributing to this life-saving initiative and sharing the opportunity with others in your network of connections. Individuals, businesses and healthcare organizations all have a role to play in supporting the Whole Blood Initiative.
Learn more and Donate: Donate.TidewaterEMS.org
LAST CALL TO REGISTER TO ATTEND: Quarterly Training Education Experience is Thu, October 20th -- Classes include: LVAD for EMS, Dialysis Emergencies, Hemorrhage Control Update and Airway Nightmares
Location: Delta Hotels - 7245 Woodlake Drive, Chesapeake, VA 23320
No Cost - No Prerequisites - CEU's Provided
All EMS Providers are invited to attend!
Learn more and sign up: TidewaterEMS.org/qtee
Did You Know . . . . Each Year 1.9 Million People Die Worldwide Due To Uncontrolled Bleeding Which Has Made Blood-Loss The Leading Cause Of Preventable Death From Injury. On October 4th, EMS agencies in the Tidewater region began carrying cold-stored whole blood for treating patients with major blood loss on their way to a hospital. The program was rolled out in Virginia Beach and will expand to other localities as we progress through the campaign. This initiative will positively affect the lives of many citizens throughout the greater Hampton Roads area.
Help us change the outcome for the region: Donate.TidewaterEMS.org
The directors of the Tidewater EMS Council, Inc. are nominated by the various jurisdictions and organizations represented on the Council, and elected by the board. The TEMS Board Members representing the Eastern Shore are:
Charles Ray Pruitt, Director of Accomack County Department of Public Safety
and
Terri Christman, Interim Chief Director of Northampton County Department of EMS.
Thank you for your contributions to the TEMS Board!
The Whole Blood Initiative (WBI) was featured in a story by The Virginian-Pilot Online. Read about this impactful new lifesaving program which began in our region earlier this month at https://buff.ly/3rQ4ahu
Learn more and Support the WBI at Donate.TidewaterEMS.org
Virginia Beach EMS
This year’s theme is “Fire won’t wait. Plan your escape" and the focus is to educate everyone about simple but important actions they can take to keep themselves and those around them safe from home fires. Today’s homes burn faster than ever. You may have as little as two minutes (or even less time) to safely escape a home fire from the time the smoke alarm sounds. Your ability to get out of a home during a fire depends on early warning from smoke alarms and advance planning.
Learn more: https://buff.ly/2GHNFdP
SIGN UP TODAY! Quarterly Training Education Experience is Thu, October 20th -- Classes include: LVAD for EMS, Dialysis Emergencies, Hemorrhage Control Update and Airway Nightmares
Location: Delta Hotels - 7245 Woodlake Drive, Chesapeake, VA 23320
No Cost - No Prerequisites - CEU's Provided
All EMS Providers are invited to attend!
Learn more and sign up: TidewaterEMS.org/qtee
Tidewater EMS Council will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, October 11th.
In August and September, we shared the bios of our Board Officers and now begin a series this month to recognize all of our current Board Members. The TEMS Board is composed of representatives from the cities and counties in the region and affiliated healthcare agencies. The contributions of all members to the successful ex*****on of the TEMS mission are valued and much appreciated.
CHESAPEAKE, NORFOLK, VIRGINIA BEACH Members:
John W. McNulty, III, Chesapeake
Darren Padilla, Chesapeake
James Reynolds, Chesapeake
Michael Brooks, Norfolk
Robert G. Burton, Norfolk
John DiBacco, Norfolk
Edward M. Brazle, Virginia Beach
Christopher I. Jacobs, JD, Virginia Beach
Stewart W. Martin, MD, Virginia Beach
Daniel A. Norville, Virginia Beach
Jim Wood, Virginia Beach
Jim Redick, At-Large
The Whole Blood Initiative program is now active -- starting today Virginia Beach EMS will be equipped to respond to the need for whole blood transfusions for critical injuries in field. This is a major milestone and just the first deployment step for this program in our region -- expansion will proceed as quickly as funding allows.
You can help your community with financial support - visit Donate.TidewaterEMS.org to learn more about the Whole Blood Initiative and to donate to this impactful program.
The first unit of whole blood is on the street in Virginia Beach! While this is another major milestone, there are many more to work toward as we expand this initiative across the region! Our goal is simple: To improve trauma care and reduce mortality!!
Learn more and support the Whole Blood Initiative: Donate.TidewaterEMS.org
Virginia Beach EMS
Today the first units of Whole Blood were received by TEMS from The Blood Connection to supply the Whole Blood Initiative start in Virginia Beach. This is an exciting milestone for this new life-saving program in our region. Learn more about the initiative and how you can participate in it's success: Donate.TidewaterEMS.org
REMINDER: It's time to register to attend one of the largest EMS training events in the country, the 2022 Virginia EMS Symposium -- Nov 9-13, 2022 in Norfolk, VA.
Offering more than 300 courses and 13 course tracks to help fulfill your continuing education needs. These courses are also applicable for nurses and physicians.
This year only - the Virginia Office of EMS is reducing the price of registration by nearly 50% off - to only $100!
Learn more and register online: https://buff.ly/3bqjaOb
Registration closes October 7, 2022.
News from Tidewater EMS Council, Oct 1, 2022
https://buff.ly/3Rr05dW
REGISTRATION OPEN NOW! Next TEMS sponsored Quarterly Training Education Experience is Thu, October 20th -- Classes include: LVAD for EMS, Dialysis Emergencies, Hemorrhage Control Update and Airway Nightmares
Location: Delta Hotels - 7245 Woodlake Drive, Chesapeake, VA 23320
No Cost - No Prerequisites - CEU's Provided
All EMS Providers are invited to attend!
Learn more and sign up today: TidewaterEMS.org/qtee
Prepare now for the wind, rain and flooding we are expecting in our region over the next few days.
New TEMS Time Podcast Episode:
Whole Blood Initiative to begin in Virginia Beach
Listen Now on Apple Podcast, Google Play and Spotify or via link on the WBI Campaign webpage: Donate.TidewaterEMS.org
The Whole Blood Initiative is an advanced care program to provide whole blood to trauma patients in the field. Joining us again to talk about this important life saving initiative and how it's all going to work are David Long/TEMS Executive Director, Chief Ed Brazle/VBEMS and Dr. Michael Martyak/Assistant Professor of Surgery EVMS.
In this episode we are continuing our discussion about the Tidewater EMS Council's new Whole Blood Initiative (WBI) which is currently in the 'roll out' phase with the first city in our region to take on this project being Virginia Beach.
A key reason that Virginia Beach was selected as the first jurisdiction for the WBI is the presence of Sentara Virginia Beach General, a Level 3 Trauma Center, in their district. Additionally the high level of services and instruction already in place in their delivery system and that their service area is comprised of urban, suburban and rural communities make Virginia Beach an excellent locality in which to begin the WBI program.
Interested in learning more about the Whole Blood Initiative and how you can support this life saving program? Visit our Campaign webpage: Donate.TidewaterEMS.org
THANK YOU to all who participated in yesterday's Blood Drive to support the Whole Blood Initiative -- Giving Blood to the regional blood supply is vital to the program and your donations are greatly appreciated. Not only did members of the EMS and Rescue community turn out but also members of the public who heard about the drive on local media or were asked by a friend to contribute.
It's the beginning of a great partnership with The Blood Connection and we look forward to their team returning for our next drive in January.
Donate.TidewaterEMS.org
TEMS Whole Blood Initiative Blood Drive Today - Walk-ins Welcome!
It's not to late to make an appointment: https://buff.ly/3wQsP8s
Today's Blood Drive is Underway - Join Us!
Support the Whole Blood Initiative by Giving Blood Today at the TEMS Office in Chesapeake. Appointments available - Walk-ins welcome
Sign Up: https://buff.ly/3wQsP8s
More Info: Donate.TidewaterEMS.org
Join us TODAY to GIVE BLOOD in support of the Whole Blood Initiative!
11am-7 pm at the Tidewater EMS Council Office (1104 Madison Plaza, Suite 101,
Chesapeake, VA) Appointments Still Available: https://buff.ly/3wQsP8s
Learn more about the program: https://buff.ly/3R8AEyv
The WHOLE BLOOD INITIATIVE, a TEMS sponsored program you can support!
Impact your community by GIVING BLOOD tomorrow - Sept 27th at the TEMS office. Sign Up: https://buff.ly/3wQsP8s
It's not too late! Make an appointment to GIVE BLOOD tomorrow at the TEMS office in Chesapeake to support the launch of the Whole Blood Initiative in Hampton Roads. https://buff.ly/3wQsP8s
Thank you to 13News Now - WVEC, WTKR News 3 and WAVY TV 10 for coming and sharing the news about the new lifesaving Whole Blood Initiative (WBI) that TEMS is sponsoring in our region. You can learn more about the program at Donate.TidewaterEMS.com and also click the link to make an appointment at the first WBI Blood Drive on Tuesday, September 27th.
It's coming and we are getting ready! This week members of Virginia Beach EMS received training to transfuse whole blood in the field. Starting in October 2022, EMS agencies in the Tidewater region will carry cold-stored whole blood for treating patients with major blood loss on their way to a hospital. We will start the Whole Blood Initiative rollout in Virginia Beach and expand to other localities as we progress through the campaign.
TEMS is excited to bring this program to the Tidewater Region and you can sign up today to GIVE BLOOD to support this life-saving initiative at the first TEMS sponsored Blood Drive on September 27th.
https://buff.ly/3wQsP8s
We are partnering with The Blood Connection to supply whole blood for this program which is due to begin in Virginia Beach in early October. The first Blood Drive to contribute to the whole blood inventory needed will be held on Tuesday, September 27th at the Tidewater EMS Council office in Chesapeake. You can support the Whole Blood Initiative (WBI) today by signing up to GIVE BLOOD:
https://buff.ly/3wQsP8s
Interested in learning more about the WBI? Donate.TidewaterEMS.org
Visit the TEMS YouTube Channel to see videos which highlight some of the EMS resources available in our region https://buff.ly/3kwo2TX
Preparedness begins at home and the Tidewater EMS Council was established as a non-profit organization for the purpose of developing and implementing an efficient and effective regional EMS delivery system for Southeastern Virginia and Virginia's Eastern Shore. Since 1974, it has been TEMS' mission to facilitate regional cooperation, planning and coordination of resources to ensure rapid response and expert patient care between more than 60 local EMS agencies and 15 area hospitals.
Don't miss the chance to GIVE BLOOD on Tuesday, September 27th - appointments available from 11am-7pm. Your contribution to the blood supply for the Whole Blood Initiative is vital for the program's success - sign up today and share this opportunity with those in your network who are looking to make an impact in our community. Learn more: Donate.TidewaterEMS.org
In an emergency medical situation, an extra minute, or even second, can mean the difference between life and death. Quick transfusion of blood products by first responders is often required, before the patient even reaches the hospital. The need for blood products is great, and that is why the Tidewater EMS Council (TEMS) is partnering with The Blood Connection (TBC), a local non-profit community blood center, to host a blood drive later this month.
TBC and TEMS have a goal of collecting 100 units of usable blood products on September 27. If reached, that will be 300 lives potentially impacted by donors in the Tidewater region, as one blood donation can be used for up to three patients. The blood drive will take place at 1104 Madison Plaza in Chesapeake from 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Potential donors can make an appointment by clicking this link: https://buff.ly/3eLGtDK.
Appointments are strongly encouraged, but walk-ups are also welcome.
For every blood donor, The Blood Connection will donate $20 to TEMS.
Support the TEMS Whole Blood Initiative by signing up today to GIVE BLOOD on September 27th!
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The Whole Blood Initiative program is now active -- starting today Virginia Beach EMS will be equipped to respond to the need for whole blood transfusions for critical injuries in field. This is a major milestone and just the first deployment step for this program in our region -- expansion will proceed as quickly as funding allows. You can help your community with financial support - visit Donate.TidewaterEMS.org to learn more about the Whole Blood Initiative and to donate to this impactful program. #TEMS #TidewaterEMSCouncil #EMS #WholeBlood
Today the first units of Whole Blood were received by TEMS from The Blood Connection to supply the Whole Blood Initiative start in Virginia Beach. This is an exciting milestone for this new life-saving program in our region. Learn more about the initiative and how you can participate in it's success: Donate.TidewaterEMS.org #TEMS #TidewaterEMSCouncil #WholeBlood
TEMS Whole Blood Initiative Blood Drive Today - Walk-ins Welcome! It's not to late to make an appointment: https://buff.ly/3wQsP8s #TEMS #TidewaterEMSCouncil #EMS #WholeBlood #GiveBlood
The WHOLE BLOOD INITIATIVE, a TEMS sponsored program you can support! Impact your community by GIVING BLOOD tomorrow - Sept 27th at the TEMS office. Sign Up: https://buff.ly/3wQsP8s #TEMS #TidewaterEMSCouncil #EMS #WholeBlood #GiveBlood
It's coming and we are getting ready! This week members of Virginia Beach EMS received training to transfuse whole blood in the field. Starting in October 2022, EMS agencies in the Tidewater region will carry cold-stored whole blood for treating patients with major blood loss on their way to a hospital. We will start the Whole Blood Initiative rollout in Virginia Beach and expand to other localities as we progress through the campaign. TEMS is excited to bring this program to the Tidewater Region and you can sign up today to GIVE BLOOD to support this life-saving initiative at the first TEMS sponsored Blood Drive on September 27th. https://buff.ly/3wQsP8s #TEMS #TidewaterEMSCouncil #EMS #WholeBlood #GiveBlood
Don't miss the chance to GIVE BLOOD on Tuesday, September 27th - appointments available from 11am-7pm. Your contribution to the blood supply for the Whole Blood Initiative is vital for the program's success - sign up today and share this opportunity with those in your network who are looking to make an impact in our community. Learn more: Donate.TidewaterEMS.org #TEMS #TidewaterEMSCouncil #EMS #WholeBlood
Congratulations to all winners of Regional EMS Awards! The next step is consideration in the Governor’s EMS Awards program - good luck all! In addition to these photos of those who were able to attend the 2022 Awards presentation held on May 14th as part of the 2022 Tidewater Healthcare Education Expo hosted by TEMS, check out the video playlist from the evening: https://buff.ly/3GbLm2w #TEMS #EMSAwards #THEExpo
Mark your calendar now: next THE Expo will be held May 2-7, 2023 at Delta Hotels, Chesapeake, VA. Stay connected for info about the 15th Tidewater Healthcare Education Expo on social media: follow TEMSExpo on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter #TEMS #THEExpo #THEExpo2023 #EMS
Thank you to our photographer, Wayne Berry, for capturing our event - this video contains just a few of his photos. Thanks also to our Exhibitors who shared info about their organizations and products with Expo attendees on Friday afternoon. #TEMS #THEExpo #EMS
Great support from healthcare community partners for this year's Expo - thank you! #TEMS #THEExpo #EMS #THEExpo2023
Congratulations to Caren Herring, winner of 'First 50' registrants sign-up incentive - Caren gets FREE registration to next year's Expo which will be held May 2-7 at the Delta Hotels Chesapeake. Tom Ezell is the winner of the drawing from the 'Second 50' Expo registrations - he gets FREE registration to the Virginia EMS Symposium, November 9-13, 2022 in Norfolk, Va. Thanks to all who attended and contributed to making this year's Expo a success! #TEMS #THEExpo #EMS
Visit the Expo website for info: https://buff.ly/3KbRV5j #TEMS #THEExpo #EMS
Main Expo begins tomorrow - Last chance to register and sign up for courses online! www.TEMSExpo.org #TEMS #THEExpo #EMS
Special thanks to our 2022 Partners: Sentara Healthcare, Chesapeake Regional Healthcare, Bon Secours Hampton Roads, The Holdsworth Group and Teleflex. The significant support provided by these healthcare partners makes the Expo possible! #PartnersInCare #TEMS #EMS
Special thanks to our 2022 Expo Sponsors - your support is much appreciated! www.TEMSExpo.org #TEMS #THEExpo #EMS
Expo Access Ticket includes: Access to Expo, Conference Courses (May 12th-15th), Breakfast, Exhibitors, Friday Night Social, and Saturday Awards Dinner. Price $150 Sign up today: www.TEMSExpo.org **Pre-Conference Courses Need to Be Purchased Separately and Are Not Included in Expo Access Ticket.** #TEMS #THEEXPO #EMS
It's not too late - Registration to attend the Tidewater Healthcare Education Expo is still open! Sign up today and select your courses. https://buff.ly/3KbRV5j #TEMS #TEMSExpo #EMS
Don't miss best pricing to attend the Tidewater Healthcare Education Expo - register today and secure your place in classes. https://buff.ly/3KbRV5j #TEMS #TEMSExpo #EMS
ALERT: Price increase May 1st! Register today to attend the Tidewater Healthcare Education Expo at best possible rate. Learn more and sign up: https://buff.ly/3KbRV5j #TEMS #THEExpo #EMS
Thank you to our 2022 Expo Partners - the support provided by these healthcare partners make the Expo possible! Counting down to the start of the Expo on May 10 - don't delay register and select classes before the price increase on May 1st. buff.ly/35Abjug #PartnersInCare #TEMS #EMS
Thank you to @riversidehealth for your support of Tidewater EMS Council and this year's Expo! #PartnersInCare #TEMS #EMS
THANK YOU to our wonderful event sponsors - we appreciate your support for the Tidewater Healthcare Education Expo! Learn more: https://buff.ly/3KbRV5j #THEExpo #TEMS #EMS
Thank you to @teleflex for your support of Tidewater EMS Council and this year's Expo! #PartnersInCare #TEMS #EMS
Thank you to The Holdsworth Group for your longtime support of Tidewater EMS Council and this year's Expo! We are looking forward to having Bob Holdsworth and Paul Barnes as our Keynote Speakers. #PartnersInCare #TEMS #EMS
Deadline for current pricing is April 30th - Register today! www.TEMSExpo.org Although we started as an EMS Expo, we’re now bigger than ever and expanding from the largest EMS expo in Chesapeake into a national market. By sharing medical knowledge with others at THE Expo, you can develop lasting connections and skills to continue being the best at what you do. Visit event website for complete course list. #TEMS #THEExpo #EMS
Thank you Bon Secours Hampton Roads for your longtime support of Tidewater EMS Council and this year's Expo! #PartnersInCare #TEMS #EMS
Thank you Sentara Healthcare for your longtime support of Tidewater EMS Council and this year's Expo! #PartnersInCare #TEMS #EMS
It's not too late - you can still register to attend the 2022 Tidewater Healthcare Education Expo! Best pricing available thru April 30th. Learn more: https://buff.ly/3CrO565 #TEMS #THEExpo #EMS
Special thanks to our 2022 Partners - the significant support provided by these healthcare partners make the Expo possible! #PartnersInCare #TEMS #EMS
A heartfelt THANK YOU to our great event sponsors - we appreciate your support for the Tidewater Healthcare Education Expo! Learn more: https://buff.ly/3CrO565 #THEExpo #TEMS #EMS
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