Civilian Medical Podcast: Recent Episodes
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The world is a dangerous place. The Civilian Medical Podcast aims to prepare and educate you for the day you hope never comes. Regardless of your skill level, we’ll be providing information on skills, products, techniques, mindset, as well as interviewing guests and experts in the field. Spend some time with us discussing medical training and skills you need, it just may save your life.
Providing Medical Care During Civil Unrest 1. Opening Brief introduction of the episode Define civil unrest contexts: Protests Riots Mass demonstrations Politically charged gatherings Why medical care becomes complicated in these environments: EMS access delays Crowd density Law enforcement operations Environmental hazards Emphasize guiding principles: Personal safety first Situational awareness Know your limits 2. Understanding […]
Welcome to the Civilian Medical Podcast episode 081 Opening: “You never know when you’ll be the First Responder” Core framing Most cardiac arrest victims are not found by EMS. They are found by bystanders. “The first five minutes are up to the bystander, and that determines survival” Why the Guidelines […]
Welcome to the Civilian Medical Podcast episode 080 How did you get started in EMS? Sounds like you had a great foundation with your EMT? Haha Podcast Outline: Hunting Safety & Medical Preparedness Introduction Brief intro of Logan (EMS/hunting background). What is Swamp Marshal Archery and what do you do? Charlie Kirk […]
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Welcome to the Civilian Medical Podcast episode 079 Sponsor: EC Sports Supplements. Use code: Dietrich15 for 15% discount Are we seeing more extreme weather or just focus on weather from the media/social media? -Difference between Watches and Warnings! -Do you want to touch on the WEA alerts on your cell phone? -What does 50% […]
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Welcome to the Civilian Medical Podcast episode 078 Opening Brief scenario: “You’re 3miles from the nearest road when your buddy collapses…” Purpose: Why every outdoorsman should be ready for medical emergencies Understanding the Off-Grid Medical Reality EMS might be 30+ minutes to several hours away No cell service, limited supplies Weather concerns Importance of […]
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Welcome to the Civilian Medical Podcast episode 077 Intro Common Medical Emergencies at Camp Allergic reactions and anaphylaxis (e.g., bee stings, food allergies, poison ivy). Broken bones, sprains, and concussions. Heat exhaustion, dehydration, and sunburn. Drowning or near-drowning incidents. Camp-specific issues (archery injuries, animal bites, etc.). Medical Equipment AED Drugs (depending on the training […]
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Welcome to the Civilian Medical Podcast episode 076 What’s in Matt’s first aid kit? Comms during disasters … (Hurricanes) When radios go down. Comms in wilderness terrain What are some lessons learned when communication was down. How to build a comms plan. Different types of radios … HAM, FRS, […]
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Welcome to the Civilian Medical Podcast episode 075 Intro- Follow up from last episode- Dietrich 4th stripe! Introduce Matthew Part 1- Dispatch, How to make the most critical phone call of your life- calling 911 Role of the Dispatcher What exactly does a fire/EMS dispatcher do? How do dispatchers coordinate resources while talking to callers? […]
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Welcome to the Civilian Medical Podcast episode 074 Introduction Follow up from Aviation Emergencies NC Medical Helicopter crash: found by civilians in the woods, potential interview in the future with crew SC Pediatric Trauma & Injury Prevention Symposium; how was it? Part 1- Treating injuries related to Martial Arts Striking sports: Head and face […]
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Re-Introduction What Dietrich has been up to since the last podcast Bobby- Intro Topic: Medical Considerations for Aviation Accidents, New Products from MGO X Shears Mini Medical Gear Outfitters Use Code CIVILIANMEDICAL for 10% off Skinny Medic – @SkinnyMedic | @skinny_medic | Medical Gear Outfitters Bobby – @rstantontx | @bobby_wales
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Welcome to the Civilian Medical Podcast episode 072 Mrs Skinny Medic joins us to chat about lessons learned from Hurricane Helene. New Products: https://medicalgearoutfitters.com/collections/new-products Medical Gear Outfitters Use Code CIVILIANMEDICAL for 10% off Skinny Medic – @SkinnyMedic | @skinny_medic | Medical Gear Outfitters Shawn – @dangerousfreedomyt | @camorado.cam | Camorado
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Welcome to the Civilian Medical Podcast What we’ve been up to? Dietrich – I went back to work full-time. New product: https://cresilon.com/traumagel/ New kits: https://medicalgearoutfitters.com/collections/tourniquets-holders/products/etqeverydaycarrytourniquet Scenarios Roof Pool Car Jump Etcetera: Shawn’s new camo company: Camorado
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THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY PRIMARY ARMS IV8888 WEEKEND AND HLS Let’s talk about the different type ambulance services, (County, Hospital, and Private) When to call an ambulance vs going to urgent care vs primary care. EXAMPLES FOR CALLING 911 there’s a fire someone has passed out someone suddenly seems very sick and … CMP 058 – Calling 911 Read More »
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Intro … This show is brought to you by Primary Arms Background… Why do people need to hear this podcast? Showing up unprepared etc…. What is the process of getting hired? Physical test Written test Interviews How can someone prepare for these sections? Training Look up protocols, practice scenarios, print out NREMT skills sheets etc … CMP 055 – Getting Hired Read More »
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Intro.. So I got Covid .. It is interesting to see how Covid affects different people. Some have mild symptoms and others end up on a Vent. There is a more contagious version not in the US. VACCINE INFORMATION You can’t get COVID-19 from the vaccine. Vaccine components include: Active Ingredient nucleoside-modified messenger RNA (modRNA) … CMP 053 – Skinny Medic Has Covid Read More »
Intro … PrepMedic Introduction How did you get into EMS? Why did you start the PrepMedic YouTube channel? How did you pass Skinny Medic so fast? What is your current EDC? What advice would you give someone getting into EMS? CIVILIANMEDICAL FOR A 10% AT MEDICAL GEAR OUTFITTERS CMP Shirts: https://ballisticink.com/collections/skinny-medic
Intro … Everyone talks a lot about IFAKs. But could y’all recommend supplemental gear? Example: what extra items would you carry for a group of people that may also have ifaks on them? How to treat a neck wound How to treat major hemorrhaging of the head/face/neck, and eye injuries. And maybe how to treat … CMP 051 – Q&A Read More »
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Let’s talk about the mental game of responding to an emergency. Our response to dangerous or traumatic incidents are the following How long does it take to process something is wrong. Pre-Attack Indicators CIVILIANMEDICAL FOR A 10% AT MEDICAL GEAR OUTFITTERS CMP SHIRTS: HTTPS://BALLISTICINK.COM/COLLECTIONS/SKINNY-MEDIC
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Let’s talk about gear for day hiking. Water Fire Shelter Food Medical Radio Clothes All Trail App Boots Knife and/or Gun Change of socks Hat Bug Spray Toilet Paper Flashlight Common Injuries CIVILIANMEDICAL FOR A 10% AT MEDICAL GEAR OUTFITTERS CMP SHIRTS: HTTPS://BALLISTICINK.COM/COLLECTIONS/SKINNY-MEDIC
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Maria Mathis Intro … I think your gear should be in three stages. Your EDC, a bag, and then your vehicle. What is your EDC? What is in your backpack? What is in your vehicle? Recently added bear spray CIVILIANMEDICAL FOR A 10% AT MEDICAL GEAR OUTFITTERS CMP SHIRTS: HTTPS://BALLISTICINK.COM/COLLECTIONS/SKINNY-MEDIC
Bobby Wales American Heart Association How is CPR different with Covid-19? Teach Shawn CPR with hands only. AHA Demo Video – https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?v=342368213408339&ref=watch_permalink CIVILIANMEDICAL FOR A 10% AT MEDICAL GEAR OUTFITTERS CMP Shirts: https://ballisticink.com/collections/skinny-medic
Let’s do a little review session! Phase of Care – TECC Direct Threat / Hot Zone Care Mitigate any threat and move to a safer position Tourniquet INDIRECT THREAT / WARM ZONE CARE Maintain tactical supremacy M.A.R.C.H Prepare for evac the patient EVACUATION (EVAC) / COLD ZONE CARE Let’s go back over MARCH Massive Bleeding … CMP 042 – Revisiting our roots Read More »
Some states are starting to open back up slowly. cornavirus test (we have tested more than any other country) Reports coming out about the lab What about the fall during flu season? Woman arrest at playground: (Family friend of CombatMidWife) MrGunsnGear FB Page shut down. Gofundme: Operation Face Mask CIVILIANMEDICAL FOR A 10% AT MEDICAL … CMP 041 – Covid 3 Update Read More »
Preplan: WHERE TO GO? If you can safely get to a sturdy building, then do so immediately. Go to a safe room, basement, or storm cellar. If you are in a building with no basement, then get to a small interior room on the lowest level. Stay away from windows, doors, and outside walls. WHAT … CMP 040 – Tornado Prep Read More »
States now on lock down, these vary by states. It seems the federal government is leaving this to the states. Projections: http://covid19.healthdata.org/projections?fbclid=IwAR2ac6gvdJ_M4tsj7v-aMGjiySguBgr83U3tJgcthWAzuADxS4pyO_Gaa68 CDC now recommends face shield Antibodies 1- year to a lifetime https://www.healthline.com/health-news/how-antibody-testing-can-help-us-fight-covid-19 3M n95 mask being sold overseas Only serious cases are being tested. This would lower the mortality rate. swine flu 2009: … CMP 039 – Social Dist-an-in-anc-ing Read More »
First responders and health care workers are having to deal with a shortage of n95 mask. Cole-TAC, The Brown Buffalo, and Blue Alpha Gear are working on a project to produce shields. “HCP use of homemade masks: In settings where face masks are not available, HCP might use homemade masks (e.g., bandana, scarf) for the … CMP 038 – Operation Face Mask – CoronaVirus Update 2 Read More »
Introduction … Difference between virus and bacteria Viruses are smaller than bacteria and can’t survive without a living host. A virus attaches itself to cells and usually reprograms them to reproduce itself. Virus: Contagious No Antibiotics Common Cold or Flu Flu viruses can survive in the air for several hours, especially at lower temperatures, and … CMP 037 – CoronaVirus Update 1 Read More »
Introduction: Super pumped and humbled to be here and have this opportunity! I am a professional educator who loves to spread my skills, expertise and knowledge gained through my many years in the industry. I personally believe its my job to pass on this hard gained knowledge to the next generation and not hoard it. … CMP 036 – Spent Brass Training Solutions Read More »
Dan Introduction How did TacMed Solutions get started? COOL PRODUCTS FROM TACMED SOLUTIONS …. SOFTW OLAES Blast Bandage Others … PUBLIC ACCESS KITS Kits inside classrooms in SC TacMed University (Training Videos) CIVILIANMEDICAL FOR A 10% AT MEDICAL GEAR OUTFITTERS CMP SHIRTS
Katie Introduction Lets talk about Stop The Bleed Classes. What is your favorite … Tourniquet Chest Seal Pressure Bandage Other Gear How to keep your gear organized! http://Comeandtakeitcpr.com http://Bleedingcontrol.org CIVILIANMEDICAL FOR A 10% AT MEDICAL GEAR OUTFITTERS CMP Shirts
Introductions Nate McDougall Church Medical / Safety Team Layers of safety: Safety as a ministry Observation/identification of potential threats Approaching DLRs Role of law enforcement at the service, if available. Traffic management before and after, stationed outside Children’s during the service. Discuss differences between large churches and small churches Medical Education: Stop The Bleed Classes … CMP 033 – Security Teams & Medical Read More »
Welcome back Bobby! I want to talk about traveling on plane and international medicine. What can you carry on a plane? (Shawn) Safety preparations for international destinations How to get an ambulance international? What to think about with hospitals? Insurance? Surgery? CIVILIANMEDICAL FOR A 10% AT MEDICAL GEAR OUTFITTERS CMP SHIRTS
Intro … Brandy’s Intro: I am the wife of YouTube personality Iraqveteran8888, I am also a managing partner for Ballistic Ink. Blah blah…. Why do you want to become an EMT? I have always had a passion for helping people and a love of the structure and function of the human body (I took college … CMP 031 – EMT School Read More »
Intro … What/who is American Heart Association? Research going into CPR? We just released the 2019 Guidelines Update, so I can talk about the changes there, but there’s not much at the BLS level; there is a First Aid recommendation about presyncope that would be relevant to your target audience. Cover CPR Talk about chest … CMP 030 – Bobby and the AHA Read More »
Combatmidwife Introduction Common emergencies: What supplies do you recommend? Product of the week: Monthly Subscription Boxes CIVILIANMEDICAL FOR A 10% AT MEDICAL GEAR OUTFITTERS
Intro … Questions: Mental health. Both for coworkers and civilians. What are some techniques you use for your psych patients, Suicidal and/or homicidal patients. How to spot a coworker in need and what we can do to help. Common industrial and home accidents. Altered states of conscious scenarios. What emergency services want to know when … CPM 028 – Listener Questions Read More »
Questions: Choking Diarrhea Allergic Reaction Heartburn Cuts Burns Nap / Snoring / Alcohol Therapy Self Defense PRODUCT OF THE WEEK: Monthly Subscription Boxes CIVILIANMEDICAL FOR A 10% AT MEDICAL GEAR OUTFITTERS
Ben’s Introduction A host of the off-road podcast and lots of backstage things around the firearms radio network along with the self-titled seller of freedom at rainier arms What accidents have you seen? In SAR none on the trail a few rollovers and one that needed to be airlifted out and I’m naturally a walking … CMP 026 – Offroad Read More »
ITEMS EVERYONE SHOULD HAVE IN THEIR EMERGENCY KIT –Portable Radio –Flash Light –Survival Blankets –First Aid Kit –Water Filter -Multi-Tool -Police Scanner -Batteries / Solar Charger –Matches / Fastfire Tinder –N95 –Emergency Food Code: WLS5 saves you on MRE’s at MRE Nation. –Clean Drinking Water –Gasoline CIVILIANMEDICAL FOR A 10% AT MEDICAL GEAR OUTFITTERS
Common Wilderness Emergencies … TOPICS: Snake Bites Fractures/Dislocations CutsHypothermia Frost Bite Dehydration Heat Related (Heat Cramps, Heat Exhaustion, and Heat Stroke) BlistersDrowning StingsCIVILIANMEDICAL FOR A 10% AT MEDICAL GEAR OUTFITTERS Product of the week: Small Kit Supplies Only
Brandy “Mrs IV8888”” Introduction You’re a secret medic … I have seen your supplies! What do you carry in the car? Range? Around the house? Storytime … Williams Injuries … haha Eric? What’s new … ballistic ink CIVILIANMEDICAL FOR A 10% AT MEDICAL GEAR OUTFITTERS
This week wilderness medicine! Mark with Off Grid Medic What is OFF GRID MEDIC Q: Mark, tell everyone a little bit about yourself. A: My name is Mark DeJong, and I’ve been a Paramedic since 1998. My interest in medicine began back in the late 80’s when, as part … CMP 022 – Off Grid Medic Read More »
CIVILIAN RESPONSE TO A MASS KILLING SUCH AS THE WAL-MART SHOOTING IN EL PASO TX. 22 people killed 24 Injured Ages 2 – 82 Police took 6 mins to get on scene. SCENE SAFETY: YOUR CONCEAL CARRY WEAPON VS AN AK FITNESS TWO VERSIONS OF RUN – HIDE – FIGHT TRIAGE Distracting patients Nurse performed … CMP 021 – El Paso Read More »
JOSH BOBKO, MDBill Harris FIRST CARE PROVIDER: WHAT IS IT? R.A.C.E C.A.R.E FCP APP ISO GOOGLE FCP PODCAST Why: Because public training modalities and educational curricula are inadequate, and not based on experience Who we are: We are a social engagement enterprise creating a community with the mutual goal of improving civilian survivability OUR GOALS: … CMP 020 – FCP Read More »
TRAVELING WITH MEDICAL! EDC – LIFE THREATENING INJURIES Ankle Kits SWAT-T wrapped in gauze for your pocket? TRAVELING IN A CAR Emergencies on the road side Boo-Boo type items Almost need to be prepared for anything What type of non-medical items do you travel with? TRAVELING BY PLANE Pocket Kit in my backpack You can … CMP 019 – Travel Talk Read More »
John Steinbaugh with RevMedx John Introduction … RevMedx Company and Information John’s background What do you do for RevMedx How did you come to medical Revmedx background PRODUCTS XSTAT XGAUZE AIRWRAP PARABELT TX TOURNIQUETS SHARKBITE KIT CIVILIANMEDICAL FOR A 10% AT MEDICAL GEAR OUTFITTERS
PRESSURE BANDAGES: Used to hold pressure, haha! Controlling major bleeding is more about pressure than absorbing blood. USES: Head Injuries Junctional Injuries Hold Splints Arm/Leg wounds Abdominal Injuries IMPROVISED: Shirts or pretty much any cloth COMMERCIAL: 4” 6” OR 8” … YOU CAN ALSO GET FLAT Ace BandagesCoban Bandages Israeli bandage – Emergency Bandages Olaes … CMP 017 – Under Pressure Read More »
Vanquest Intro How do Vanquest get started? Company Details Manufacturing Details Backpacks … Pouches … Cube FATPack Patches … Zipper Pulls What is in your medical kits? What’s coming up? Product of the Week: Vanquest 5×8 Pouch Trauma Kit Large Kit Civilianmedical for a 10% at medical gear outfitters
Disclaimer: The opinions or assertions contained herein are the private views of the author and are not to be construed as official or as reflecting the views of the Texas A&M College of Medicine, Texas Army National Guard, Department of the Army, or the Department of Defense. Intro Fisher Introduction Enlisted military background EMT school … CMP 015 – Evidence Based Medicine w Andrew Fisher Read More »
Last week we talked about tourniquets. This week lets talk about altered mental status patients. Make the scene safe. Lets talk about them in detail and treatment. Causes: Infection Sepsis Strokes Clot Bleed Trauma Medications Over the counter Illegal Opioates (Narcan) Recent video of guy shooting people after Narcan Seizures Grand Mal – Body Shakes … CMP 014 – Altered Mental Status Read More »
Lets talk tourniquets!! Tourniquets are used to stop major bleeding in the arms or legs. Blood that can’t be controlled with direct pressure 2” – 3” about the wound / high and tight 2 hours with no problem … could be longer Improvised: You really need a windlass More than likely you are making a … CMP 013 – All About Tourniquets Read More »
Scene Size Up and Scene Safety Scene Size Up – ‘Windshield Survey” Gloves – maybe eye protection If no gloves then wash hands with warm soapy water afterwards Danger Jones Power lines, Fire … Clues for scene violence If you get hurt then you are no good Make the scene safe Little clues tell a … CMP 012 – Scene Safety Read More »
Sam “PrepMedic” What is your background? What made you get into EMS? What made you start the YouTube channel? Do you think that civilian interest in medical is growing? Talk more about youtube channel, favorite video, hardest video, etc. What advice would you give to civilians? Advise on building a vehicle kit and home kit. … CMP 011- PrepMedic Read More »
Fracture vs dislocation Open / Closed Types of Fractures Greenstick – Incomplete fracture. … (common in children) Transverse – The break is in a straight line across the bone. Spiral – The break spirals around the bone; common in a twisting injury. Oblique – Diagonal break across the bone. Compression – The bone is crushed, … CMP 010 – Fractures Read More »
You are more likely to use your first aid skills over your firearms skills. May is National Stop the Bleed month What supplies should you carry at the range? Tourniquet If you budget allows carry two. Discuss different TQs Gauze Hemostatics Compressed Gauze Rolled Gauze No tampon … unless you’re a girl hahah Pressure Bandage … CMP 009 – Range Kits and more! Read More »
We have been talking a lot about trauma so let’s shift gears to … Medical Emergencies Overview: Breathing Problems Asthma Inhalers Choking Heimlich Maneuver CPR Allergic Reactions Epi Pen Difference between allergic reaction and anaphylactic shock Heart Attack Asprin Difference between heart attack and cardiac arrest Diabetes Cake Icing for bring their sugar up Stroke … Civilian Medical Podcast 008 – Medical Emergencies Read More »
FRN Meetup m-a-r-c-H Head Injuries and Heat Loss Head Injuries How to diagnose in the field: Altered Mental StatusTrauma to Head Dizziness Memory Loss Nausea Feeling Tired Sensitivity to light or noise Unequal pupils in a late sign Concussions Slow Bleeds – subdural bleeds Quick Bleeds – epidural bleeds AMS patients should be disarmed – … CMP 007 – Head Injuries and Hypothermia Read More »
Recap: Phases of Care m-a-r-C-h CIRCULATION PULSES Carotid Femoral Radial ESTIMATED BLOOD PRESSURES Carotid 60-70 Femoral 70-80Radial 80-90 Secondary Blood Sweep SHOCK What is Shock? Some symptoms of shock Compensated Decompensated Irreversible Physiological responses to blood loss. Basic shock first aid – is raising the legs above the heart myth or what MEDICS ONLY TXA … CMP 006 – Circulation And Shock Read More »
REFRESH: What does march stand for, the other phases of care Third Phase of Care: tactical evacuation care The final phase of care under TECC is called “Evacuation Care.” During this phase of care, an effort is being made to move the casualty toward a definitive treatment facility. Most additional interventions during this phase of … CMP 005 – Evacuation / Respiration Read More »
SECOND PHASE OF CARE – Indirect Threat or Tactical Field Care a. Indirect Threat – care rendered once the responder and casualties are no longer under effective hostile fire or environment . Available medical equipment is still limited. Time to evacuation may vary from minutes to hours. b. The Management Care Plan for Tactical Field … CMP 004 – Indirect Threat / Airway Read More »
Direct Threat – “Care Under Fire” Controlling major bleeding Doing medicine in bad places Put on a TQ and then re-evaluation after the fight Self Aid Massive Bleeding TQ are for arms/legs and wound packing for junctional areas. You can also wound pack if you don’t have a TQ. Tourniquets Talk about different ones on … CMP 003 – Direct Threat / Massive Bleeding Read More »
Today we’re going to talk about MARCH and Phases of Care. Direct Threat / Care Under Fire Presence of an immediate direct threat Indirect Threat / Tactical Field Care Treatment Evacuation / Tactical Evacuation CCP Help EMS get patients close to the exit Massive Bleeding What is a massive hemorrhage? Clothes covered in blood Large … CMP 002 – MARCH Read More »
Civilian Involvement We are not attorneys, ao…. Good samaritan laws – Consent Implied consent Reasonable man concept Negligence Duty of care Standard of care not met Causation Bystander Effect – Introduction to MARCH-E Evacuation Introduction to Phases of Care TCCC – TECC Product Gen 4 SOF-T After Action Motorcycle Accident Civilianmedical for a 10% at … CMP 001 – Not So Skinny Medic Read More »
The world is a dangerous place. The Civilian Medical Podcast aims to prepare and educate you for the day you hope never comes. Regardless of your skill level, we’ll be providing information on skills, products, techniques, mindset, as well as interviewing guests and experts in the field. Spend some time with us discussing medical training and skills you need, it just may save your life.