In Greek tragedies, the hero typically displays some form of hamarita, also known as a "tragic flaw." Hamlet was brooding, Othello was jealous, Macbeth was ambitious. For the most part, it is their … [Read more...]
The Ultimate EMS Protocol
November 14, 2009 By 9 Comments
I don't handle the card much anymore. It stays inside a plastic sleeve in my planner. The edges are worn and the words are faded. It wasn't printed on kind of paper that travels well in a wallet for … [Read more...]
What Makes A Good EMT (Part 2)
October 13, 2009 By 3 Comments
Still struggling with the good EMT thing. I'm glad to be at your service. Grab a pen and answer these questions for yourself. What's your internal bias toward dealing with patients and their … [Read more...]
Five Things Sports Can Teach You About Being A Good EMT
April 18, 2009 By 8 Comments
Some of my favorite movies are sports movies. Movies like Bull Durham, The Natural, Hoosiers and Miracle. I love them. There is something about sports that encapsulates our human struggles like few … [Read more...]
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