U.S. Army Emergency Medical Service

01/23/2025

Episode 126 is now LIVE! In this podcast, we discuss certification versus qualification, touching on Dunning-Kruger Effect, Hierarchy of Competence, and teaching strategies that set clinicians up for success. 🥇



https://heavyliesthehelmet.com/2025/01/23/126/

01/07/2025

01/04/2025

Dr. Frank Butler Receives Presidential Citizen’s Medal

The Joint Trauma System (JTS) would like to recognize the amazing accomplishments of Dr. Frank Butler! Dr. Butler has improved combat casualty care and made a national and international impact through his commitment and steadfast perseverance of tactical combat casualty care adoption in the DoD.

“Dr. Butler’s legacy began during his service as a Navy SEAL, where he developed an intimate understanding of the unique challenges faced in combat environments. Transitioning to medicine, he spearheaded the creation of Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) in 1996, revolutionizing battlefield trauma protocols. TCCC’s principles—focused on prehospital care—were initially adopted by elite units such as Navy SEAL Teams and the Army’s 75th Ranger Regiment. Over time, these protocols became the standard of care across the U.S. military and influenced trauma care worldwide.”

TCCC officially became a part of the Joint Trauma System in 2013 when the JTS was formally designated as the DoD’s Center of Excellence for Trauma by the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs. The integration of TCCC into the JTS further emphasized the importance of prehospital care in the continuum of combat casualty care. The JTS incorporated TCCC principles into its Clinical Practice Guidelines (CPGs) to standardize and improve battlefield care, ensuring that lifesaving interventions at the point of injury were aligned with the broader trauma system.

“Frank Butler introduced Tactical Combat Casualty Care to the medical world that set new standards for tourniquet use not only for injuries in war, but injuries across daily civilian life. He has transformed battlefield trauma care for the United States military and saved countless lives.”

Read more:
https://news.usuhs.edu/2025/01/dr-frank-butler-receives-presidential.html

12/24/2024

Episode #125 is now LIVE! In this podcast, we apply knowledge of Point of Care Ultrasound (POCUS) to specific case scenarios as a continuation of our "Breaking the Case" series. 🆕



https://heavyliesthehelmet.com/2024/12/24/125/

12/17/2024

🚨 New Episode Alert! 🚨
In this episode of the EMS Lighthouse Project Podcast, we dive into a fascinating study that could change the game in prehospital trauma care! Dr. Jeff Jarvis explores the "ARC Bundle"—a protocol combining blood products, TXA, and calcium—and its impact on mortality rates.

Is administering blood in the field the future of EMS? 🤔

📊 With an 81% reduction in in-hospital mortality, the study’s findings are groundbreaking. But, as always, the devil is in the details. Dr. Jarvis and Dr. Remle Crowe discuss the challenges of studying prehospital blood administration, from logistical hurdles to confounding variables. They also break down how observational studies can provide vital insights when RCTs aren’t possible.
Whether you’re a seasoned critical care provider or just starting your EMS journey, this episode offers practical knowledge and food for thought. 🩸

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11/03/2024

For over 25 years, Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) guidelines have been described in the Journal of Special Operation Medicine,

10/20/2024

The following message comes from a CAWM Affiliate:

Introducing the Canadian Frostbite Care Network. Established in 2022, the CFCN is a dedicated group of Canadian healthcare providers and researchers committed to advancing frostbite care. Our mission is to modernize treatment by promoting the best medical evidence, fostering collaboration with frostbite experts, and supporting education for healthcare professionals and the public. Born from the Canadian Frostbite Collaborative research project, our network aims to enhance clinical care and research through effective information sharing. We are excited to expand our reach through knowledge exchange, research partnerships, community engagement, and global connections. Join us as we lead the way in improving frostbite care across Canada and beyond! 😁

Visit our new website at www.frostbitecare.ca

09/23/2024

The Wilderness Medical Society (WMS) convened an expert panel to develop a set of evidence-based guidelines for prevention and treatment of frostbite