Episode 3: Integrating community paramedicine topics into degree-level paramedic education programs: a strategic-pragmatic approach
International Journal of Paramedicine
Release Date: 08/05/2025
Episode 8 - Implementation of mental health supports for canadian paramedic students during practicum placements
International Journal of Paramedicine
Episode 8 This podcast interviews Jasmine Kayanja about the manuscript entitled, "Implementation of mental health supports for canadian paramedic students during practicum placements." It appeared in the April-June 2026 (#14) issue of the International Journal of Paramedicine (IJOP). The interview was conducted by IJOP's Podcast Section editor, Greg Friese. Manuscript Link: https://internationaljournalofparamedicine.com/index.php/ijop/article/view/3482 Abstract: High stress levels and exposure to traumatic events increase the likelihood that para-medics may develop mental health issues during...
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Episode 7 - IJOP Debate: An Associate Degree Should be Required for Entry Level Paramedics
International Journal of Paramedicine
This debate is presented by the Perspectives Section of the International Journal of Paramedicine (IJOP). The proposition for this debate is that an associate degree should be required for entry level paramedics. The transcript of this debate was published in the Perspective Section of our January-March 2026 (#13) issue, which can be accessed here: On the team arguing FOR the proposition: - Sean Caffrey, MBA, FACPE, NRP - Gregg Margolis, PhD - Mike Thomas, DrPH, MHA, EMT-B, FACPE - John Todaro, BA, NRP, RN, TNS, NCEE, CHSE, CHSOS On the team arguing AGAINST the proposition: - Louis...
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Episode 5: Mental Health Symptoms, Stressors, and Coping: An Exploration of First Responder Experiences Working in Rural, Suburban, and Urban Areas
International Journal of Paramedicine
International Journal of Paramedicine's Editor-In-Chief, Mic Gunderson, interviews lead author, Chelsey N. Torgerson, PhD, about the manuscript entitled, "Mental Health Symptoms, Stressors, and Coping: An Exploration of First Responder Experiences Working in Rural, Suburban, and Urban Areas." It appeared in the July-September 2025 (#11) issue. Manuscript Link Manuscript Discussion Thread You are invited to ask question and make comments about this paper on the NEMSMA listserv. Access and join the NEMSMA discussion group at: . Look for the message thread starting with...
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Episode 6: Strengthening EMS in Malawi: Piloting World Health Organization Basic Emergency Care for Prehospital Providers in Zomba, Malawi.
International Journal of Paramedicine
This podcast interviews co-author Siyaphera Makunganya, MSc, about the manuscript entitled, " Strengthening EMS in Malawi: Piloting World Health Organization Basic Emergency Care for Prehospital Providers in Zomba, Malawi." It appeared in the July-September 2025 (#11) issue of the International Journal of Paramedicine (IJOP). The interview was conducted by IJOP's Editor-In-Chief, Mic Gunderson. Manuscript Link: Questions and Comments You are invited to ask questions and make comments about this and other papers in NEMSMA's online discussion group at: ....
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Episode 4: Ambulance deserts: A critical challenge for EMS leadership in achieving equitable emergency care access
International Journal of Paramedicine
This podcast interviews lead author Raphael Barishansky, DrPH, about the editorial entitled, " Ambulance deserts: A critical challenge for EMS leadership in achieving equitable emergency care access." It appeared in the July-September 2025 (#11) issue of the International Journal of Paramedicine (IJOP). The interview was conducted by IJOP's Editor-In-Chief, Mic Gunderson. Manuscript Link: Questions and Comments You are invited to ask questions and make comments about this and other papers in NEMSMA's online discussion group at: . Look for the...
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Episode 3: Integrating community paramedicine topics into degree-level paramedic education programs: a strategic-pragmatic approach
International Journal of Paramedicine
This podcast interviews lead author Peter O’Meara, PhD about the manuscript entitled, " Integrating community paramedicine topics into degree-level paramedic education programs: a strategic-pragmatic approach " It appeared in the July-September 2025 (#11) issue of the International Journal of Paramedicine (IJOP). The interview was conducted by IJOP's Editor-In-Chief, Mic Gunderson. Manuscript Link: Questions and Comments You are invited to ask questions and make comments about this and other papers in NEMSMA's online discussion group at: . Look for...
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Episode 2: Improving the interfacility transport experience: Development of a mobile delirium/hospice box.
International Journal of Paramedicine
In this podcast, we interview lead author, Zachary Tillett, MD, NRP about the manuscript entitled, "Improving the interfacility transport experience: Development of a mobile delirium/hospice box." It appeared in the July-September 2025 (#11) issue of the International Journal of Paramedicine (IJOP). The interview was conducted by IJOP's Editor-In-Chief, Mic Gunderson. Manuscript Link: Questions and Comments You are invited to ask questions and make comments about this and other papers in NEMSMA's online discussion group at: . Look for the messages with...
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Episode 1: Introduction to the IJOP
International Journal of Paramedicine
This first podcast for the International Journal of Paramedicine features an interview by Rob Lawrence of Mic Gunderson, IJOP Editor-In-Chief. Mic provides the 'backstory' on how he got started in publishing peer-reviewed EMS journals and the origin story for IJOP. Rob then has Mic explain the mechanics of how manuscripts are reviewed and how authors should submit their work to the Journal. For more information or to read the journal, go to
info_outlineThis podcast interviews lead author Peter O’Meara, PhD about the manuscript entitled, " Integrating community paramedicine topics into degree-level paramedic education programs: a strategic-pragmatic approach " It appeared in the July-September 2025 (#11) issue of the International Journal of Paramedicine (IJOP). The interview was conducted by IJOP's Editor-In-Chief, Mic Gunderson.Questions and CommentsYou are invited to ask questions and make comments about this and other papers in NEMSMA's online discussion group at: https://groups.google.com/g/nemsma/. Look for the messages with the [IJOP 3264] header. International Journal of Paramedicine website: https://InternationalJournalOfParamedi cine.com