The Student Paramedic Podcast
Welcome to 'The Student Paramedic Podcast'. This podcast is aimed at students, graduates, experienced clinicians and those interested in becoming a paramedic or those interested in prehospital medicine. We will delve into a range of topics such as: where the profession can take you, how to optimise your training, how to be successful in your transition into university, from classroom to on-road and from student to graduate, how to maintain longevity in the job and draw on principles from other professions. Thank you for joining us on this journey.
Episodes
S6 Ep6: Paediatric Mini-Series: Adolescent Mental Health
🩺 Episode Overview:In the final episode of the Paediatric Mini-Series, we focus on a rapidly growing challenge for healthcare providers — adolescent mental health. Adolescents are navigating identity, independence, and social pressures, all while being at higher risk of developing mental health conditions.Dr Andrew Tagg shares insights on recognising when a young person is in crisis, communicating
S6 Ep5: Paediatric Mini-Series: Grief and Debrief for Difficult Paediatric Jobs
🩺 Episode Overview:In this episode of the Paediatric Mini-Series, we step away from clinical procedures to explore something just as vital: grief and debrief after difficult paediatric cases. Whether it's a tragic outcome, a confronting resuscitation, or an emotionally charged encounter, these experiences leave a mark.We talk candidly about the importance of reaching out, how to support each other
S6 Ep4: Paediatric Mini-Series: Paediatric Analgesia
🩺 Episode Overview:In this episode of the Paediatric Mini-Series, we explore one of the most important—and sometimes overlooked—aspects of paediatric care: analgesia. Effective pain management in children not only improves comfort but also reduces fear, builds trust, and improves outcomes.We discuss the challenges in recognising and treating pain in children, practical approaches for safe analgesi
S6 Ep3: Paediatric Mini-Series: Trauma in Children
In this third episode of our Paediatric Mini-Series, we tackle the critical topic of paediatric trauma—a leading cause of morbidity and mortality in children. Dr Andrew Tagg, co-founder of Don't Forget the Bubbles and an expert in paediatric emergency care, joins us to walk through the unique considerations, common pitfalls, and high-yield strategies for managing the injured child.From the subtle
S6 Ep2: Paediatric Mini-Series: The 'ABC's' of Wheezing Children
Welcome to Episode 2 of the Paediatric Mini-Series!In Episode 2 of our paediatric mini-series, we dive into the most common causes of wheeze in children—Asthma, Bronchiolitis, and Croup. Dr Andy Tagg walks us through how to clinically differentiate between these conditions and what to do in the pre-hospital setting.Whether you're a student or practicing paramedic, you'll gain confidence in:
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S6 Ep1: Paediatric Mini-Series: Paediatric Assessment Triangle
Welcome to Episode 1 of the Paediatric Mini-Series! In this episode, we’re joined by the brilliant Dr Andrew Tagg — emergency physician and co-founder of Don't Forget the Bubbles — to explore one of the most powerful tools in paediatric emergency care: the Paediatric Assessment Triangle (PAT).💬 What We Cover: 🔺 What is the Paediatric Assessment Triangle (PAT)? 🔺 The three components: Appearance,
S4 Ep16: How to Become Better at Making Decisions w/ Critical Care Paramedic Nick Abussi
Welcome back to 'The Student Paramedic Podcast'. In the first episode of 2025, we have a chat with Nick Abussi about what clinical decision making entails, how do we develop it from student to experienced clinician, how to be cognisant of cognitive bias and some tools to improve our clinical decision making. Nick is a critical care paramedic, apart of 'The Shift Extension' and 'Explor-a Medicine'.
S4 Ep15: Australian Recruitment in the USA w/ International Medic Solutions and Australia EMS
Welcome back to 'The Student Paramedic Podcast'. In this episode, Dannie Wurtz and Neil Noble sit down and discuss Australian recruitment for the USA. They answer FAQ that they have had to navigate with their cohorts of Australian paramedics and what a career and experience working in the USA can look like. This is an incredibly exciting opportunity. To learn more, please follow the following link
S5 Ep6: Research Mini-Series: How do you know what you are reading is reliable evidence?
Welcome back to the FINAL episode of the 'Research Mini-Series'.In this episode, Dr Sandy MacQuarrie helps us understand if the research that we are looking at is reliable and of good quality. This is crucial in all stages of our careers, from university student, to paramedic on road, to completing a research study. Our practice needs to be guided by evidence-based study and information. Topics di
S5 Ep5: Research Mini-Series: So you've got a research idea... what next?
Welcome back to the 'Research Mini-Series'.This episode follows on from starting out with a research idea and delves into different types of research methodology and the next steps in the process. Dr Sandy MacQuarrie helps us break down these concepts into easy to follow ideas. Have a passion or a strong interest in what you want to study. For all of the current researchers and educators spark ima
S5 Ep4: Research Mini-Series: Time to get your head out of the sand and get started with a research idea
Welcome back to the 'Research Mini-Series'. Things we've discussed in this episode to help you on your journey:
Setting up 'Google Scholar Alerts'
Using platforms such as: EndNote, Zotero, Mendeley etc. to keep all of your articles in one place - this can assist you with finding out a methodology to use and you may find that there are the same groups of people doing particular studies around your
S5 Ep3: Research Mini-Series: Abbie Little's full circle journey into research
Welcome back to the Research Mini-Series! In this episode we interview paramedic, Abbie Little on her journey from paramedic to PhD candidate! In this episode we break down some of the attitudes and barriers that people have towards getting started in research. Abbie discusses her experience, the positives, the challenges and what she would like others to take away from this. Here is the link to h
S5 Ep2: Research Mini-Series: Inspiring new knowledge w/ Dr Sandy MacQuarrie
Welcome to the first episode of our 'Research Mini-Series'. In this episode, we have a discussion with Dr Sandy MacQuarrie. Sandy is a paramedic, educator and researcher who has inspired both new knowledge as well as other students and clinicians in their research journey's. Today we discuss Sandy's journey into research and the exciting places that it has led him. We also have a fantastic giveawa
S5 Ep1: Research Mini-Series Trailer
In 2024 we are trying something a little different & having a deep dive into certain topics. We wanted to change the ideas and attitudes held towards research. Dr Sandy MacQuarrie helps us tackle this topic, inspire and spark imagination! We have special guest Abbie Little, who shares her full circle experience. This topics is broken down into easy and digestible episodes to help navigate chal
S4 Ep14: Expedition Medicine w/ Dr Josh Allison co-founder of 'Unique Expeditions'
Welcome back to 'The Student Paramedic Podcast'. This week we have a conversation with Dr Josh Allison from Unique Expeditions. Josh is an Expedition and Wilderness Medicine Doctor based in London. Over the years he has gained field experience across the globe, where he provides medical support for teams heading into remote and austere environments. Whether navigating 7,000m Andean mountains, Amer
S4 Ep13: What is an Expedition Paramedic? w/ Sam Woodcock
Sam is a Hazardous Area Response Team (HART) paramedic with a passion for adventure. He has been involved in expeditions and adventures across the world in the role of a paramedic.
This week we have a chat about his experiences, what it means to be a paramedic on a expeditions, some of the various clinical challenges and how to navigate scope of practice etc.
Examples of courses:
https://www.r2ri
S4 Ep12: Benefits of Adventure w/ Scottish Paramedic Jim Davis
This week we have a chat to Jim Davies. Jim has an extensive career in the adventure business from white water rafting, pack rafting, canyoning etc. Jim moved from Australia to Scotland and created Ace Adventures. He then decided to become a paramedic, having recently finished his course. In today's episode we talk about the anecdotal benefits of adventure for the first responder community.
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S4 Ep11: Alternative Paramedic Career Pathway w/ Carl Dowling
Welcome back to another episode of 'The Student Paramedic Podcast'. To follow on from the most previous episode, we have a chat to Carl Dowling about his alternative paramedic pathway experience. From Carl:
“I am currently an active paramedic who works primarily as clinical educator in the United Kingdom delivering resuscitation training to healthcare staff for the NHS Trust. In my spare time I as
S4 Ep10: What can a career in paramedicine look like? w/ Andy Bell
This week we have a chat to Andy Bell, currently the lead paramedic of the RFDS, about what a career in paramedicine can look like. He discusses the skill set and attributes that make paramedics desirable in various roles and roles that paramedics can do outside of the traditional roles.
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S4 Ep9: How to approach ECGs w/ Silas from PREMED
This week we have a chat with Silas Houghton Budd about the elusive ECG/EKG. Silas is a critical care / HEMS paramedic with experience in NHS critical care and motorsport medicine roles. He has professional interests in airway management, resuscitation and ECG interpretation, and research experience in paramedic airway management. Silas has been teaching ECG interpretation for nearly ten years and
S4 Ep8: End of Life and Palliative Care Discussions w/ Amy Gomes
This week we have a chat with Amy Gomes, Critical Care Paramedic and A/Clinical Support Officer, educator and co-founder of Paramedic Education Australia. We have a discussion about 'End of Life' care and navigating the challenging aspects of this in the prehospital world.
Amy Gomes Linkedin
Free QUT End of Life Resource
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S4 Ep7: Breaking Bad News w/ Alexandra Jabr creator of 'Emergency Resilience'
Emergency Resilience
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S4 Ep6: Nutrition for Shift Work and Life w/ Accredited Dietitian Jonathan Steedman
This week we have a chat to accredited practising dietitian and director of Bite Me Nutrition Jonathan Steedman. We have a chat about how to approach nutrition for shift work, the impacts on our bodies and hunger levels, fuelling during the awkward shift times and how to approach nutrition in general.
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S4 Ep5: All things cardiovascular and cardiogenic shock w/ Dr David Convissar
This week we have a chat to Dr David Convissar, Cardiac Anesthesiologist, SICU & CTICU Intensivist, clinical instructor at Harvard Medical and creator of 'Count Backwards From 10'.
We go through some common cardiovascular terms such as blood pressure, mean arterial pressure, preload, afterload and contractility before talking about cardiogenic shock. This is often a forgotten and misunderstoo
S4 Ep4: Placement, University and Job Applications w/ 'Your Paramedic Mentor' Glenn Ryan
This week on 'The Student Paramedic Podcast' we have a chat to paramedic Glenn Ryan, also known as 'Your Paramedic Mentor' on Instagram. We discuss setting yourself up for success when it comes to placement and the various expectations, how to approach university and when it comes to applications and assessment days.
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S4 Ep3: Tactical medicine and working within austere environments w/ Matt Pepper
This week we have a chat with Matt Pepper about tactical medicine and working within austere environments. Matt is a NSW intensive care and special operations team paramedic, president of the Australian Tactical Medicine Association, worked in the Australian Army, jointly created the Tactical Medical Operations capability in NSWAS and is a Clinical Training Officer for Tacmed Australia.
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S4 Ep2: Being Too Critical as a Student and Graduate w/ Carl Betts
Welcome back to another episode! This week we have a chat to UK paramedic Carl Betts about when critical reflection can be unhealthy. This stemmed from a paper that Carl wrote about how graduates and students can be overly reflective and overly critical. Rather than having a positive outcome, it can lead to burnout and dissatisfaction. We talk about the graduate experience and the art of finding a
S4 Ep1: How to ACE your next OSCE w/ Dr Potter from Geeky Medics
To kick off season 4, we have a chat to Dr Lewis Potter, creator of 'Geeky Medics'.
OSCEs are a stressful time for a lot of students and often can be a hurdle to continue through different degrees. Dr Potter goes through how to set yourself up for success when it comes to OSCEs.
Check out Geeky Medics for incredible free content and OSCE preparation.
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S4 Ep1: SEASON 4 TRAILER
Hey team! Welcome back to 'The Student Paramedic Podcast'.
Season 4 is already here with the first episode releasing next week and I'm incredibly excited to share it with you.
This is a quick recap of who your host is and what the podcast is about!
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S3 Ep20: Aussie Paramedic working in the HART of the UK w/ Callum Shepherd
It’s the final episode of 2022! There is no better way to end this year than having a chat to Callum Shepherd, an Aussie paramedic working in HART (Hazardous Area Response Team) in London. We delve into his transition to the UK, the different roles he’s undertaken and the lessons he has learnt that would have been beneficial at the beginning of his career!
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S3 Ep19: Ride Alongs in the USA w/ Emily Grove and Maddy Cicala
This week we have a chat to Emily and Maddy about their student tour experience in the USA with Australia EMS. We chat about how they applied, what they did and their biggest learnings. It was great to hear them share their experience and is a fantastic opportunity for students to get on board future tours!
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S3 Ep18: How to become a Paramedic in the USA... a Step by Step Guide to Applying w/ Neil Noble from Australia EMS
This week we have a chat to Neil Noble from Australia EMS. In the past we have spoken to the team from Australia EMS about the student tours that they have done, the Paramedic Education Australia student and paramedic CPD/education and previous recruitment drives for America. Applying for a paramedic job in the USA has never been easier with this comprehensive application and recruitment process.
S3 Ep17: Stressed on your way to a job? w/ Andy Bell
This week, I have a conversation with Andy Bell. Andy is a Paramedic, Senior Lecturer, Researcher, TacMed Paramedic Leader and PhD Candidate. We have a chat about a listener question regarding feeling stressed on the way to a job as a student in the back of the truck on placement, a graduate up front or as a seasoned paramedic. We put a spin on this topic and delved into how training and preparedn
S3 Ep16: Preparing for ED and the Pt Journey w/ Dr Jess Forbes and Kate Carmody
In this week's episode with Dr Jessica Forbes and Kate Carmody, we talk about the patient's journey from prehospital through to discharge, how to approach patient handover and pre-notification and gain insight into the logistics behind the ED.
Dr Jess Forbes is a trauma and ED consultant at the Gold Coast University Hospital and works on the High Acuity Response Unity (HARU) for QAS.
Kate Carmod
S3 Ep15: Developing your Clinical Assessment w/ Aaron McNeill
This week I have a chat to Aaron McNeill (Paramedic, Physician Assistant) about developing clinical assessment. Aaron jumps into some of the advanced clinical assessment and we discuss some of the important attitudes and aspects of this important topic.
For some great resources, check out the links below.
Geeky Medics
EM Index
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S3 Ep14: The pt journey post ambulance... the ED perspective w/ Benny 'ED JAM' Podcast
This week we have a chat to Benny from the ED JAM Podcast. Benny is a clinical nurse education in the Emergency Department at a hospital in Sydney. We chat about patient care and journey's, what the different roles of ED nurses are, how to approach handover and what some assessments, tests and journey's look like for stroke, cardiac and abdominal pain looks like.
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S3 Ep13: D for Danger, Safety and De-escalation Techniques w/ Guardian Personal Safety Training
This week we have a chat to Simon and Stephen from Guardian PST. Simon and Stephen are both paramedics with extensive experience in martial arts who created an occupational violence protection company, Guardian PST.
This was a fantastic discussion about personal safety, reassessing scene and personal safety and understanding escalation of people in order to effectively de-escalate a scene.
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S3 Ep12: Spotting Paediatric Sepsis in the Prehospital Environment w/ Dr Amanda Harley
This week we have a chat to Dr Amanda Harley, a Clinical Nurse Consultant for Paediatric Sepsis Queensland, completed her PhD in Paediatric Sepsis Recognition, Escalation and Management in ED, is involved with the National Commission for Healthcare and Safety around sepsis and liaises with the Global Sepsis Alliance.
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S3 Ep11: Resilience, Stress and Imposter Syndrome w/ Dr Dan Pronk
Building our Resilience Shield, using stress for good and combating imposter syndrome! This week we are very excited to chat to Dr Dan Pronk. Dr Dan completed SAS selection and worked in special operations where he was awarded a Commendation for Distinguished Service during his second tour of Afghanistan. He later completed his MBA, worked as a medical officer outside the army and is the director
S3 Ep10: CPD Done Differently w/ EMS Conferences
This week we chat to Dylan and Quentin from EMS Conferences! These guys have created a unique way to approach CPD where learning is incorporated with your holiday!
We talk about CPD, the amazing aspects of their conferences and the benefits of engaging in CPD as a student.
Use code PARAPOD10 for 10% off the Bali conference registration.
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S3 Ep9: Graduate Paramedic Out Rural w/ Nicole Langham
This week we chat to Qualified Paramedic Nicole Langham. Nicole completed her graduate program in a rural town in QLD. We delve into the challenges, the advantages, tips and tricks for graduates during their graduate program and students during their studies. After this episode, we hope you gain some insight into rural practice and develop an interest to experience it yourself.
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S3 Ep8: Building your "WELLTH" (wellbeing) w/ Wendy Lund
This week we have a discussion with Wendy Lund, founder and CEO of Wellth Management, nurse by trade, paramedic/first responder educator for over 30 years and researcher in the mindfulness and wellbeing space.
We have a chat about the importance of learning how to look after your wellbeing as a student, advocating for education regarding this topic, practical approaches, break down the stigma rel
S3 Ep7: "When Normal Isn't Normal" w/ Lindsey a.k.a 'The Prehospitalist'
This week we talk to Lindsey a.k.a 'The Prehospitalist' about "When Normal Isn't Normal" when it comes to patient assessment/parameters and conditions.
This is an amazing episode to get you to think critically about what is going on with the patient in front of you and how this may impact your assessment and care.
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S3 Ep6: How to be a Mentor w/ Sam Adams from Field Medics
This week Sam Adams from Field Medics discusses MENTORING! This is something that does not usually get focussed on during training. Sam and his brother Chris delve into this in more depth in their books HERE.
PROMO CODE FOR 50% OFF THE PADL COURSE: SPP2022
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S3 Ep5: Transition from Student to 'On-Road' and to Graduate w/ Dr. Scott Devenish
Welcome back to another episode of 'The Student Paramedic Podcast'. This week, we have a chat to Dr. Scott Devenish about the transition from student to on-road (aka placement) and from student to graduate. This is a frequently asked question and is often a daunting process! Hope you enjoy this episode.
Dr. Scott Devenish PhD - Experiences in Becoming a Paramedic...See omnystudio.com/listener for
S3 Ep4: Caring for people experiencing a mental health crisis w/ Sandra Garner
In this episode of 'The Student Paramedic Podcast', we have a discussion with Sandra Garner about caring for people within the prehospital environment who experience a mental health crisis. Sandra works for the Queensland Ambulance Service providing mental health leadership and advice to paramedics as well as delivering safe care to people in the prehospital environment with the creation of a dedi
S3 Ep3: Say no to BURNOUT w/ Alison Coughlan
This week we have a very insightful and important conversation with Alison Coughlan regarding BURNOUT. Burnout has become widespread and considered 'inevitable'. However, this week we challenge that notion! Burnout DOES NOT need to be inevitable.
We learn all of the techniques to look after our wellbeing. This week is a wake up call. It is time to put those preventive measures in place now! You n
S1 Ep2: 'The Recap' - The System of Cognitive Overload and Learning w/ Darren Hodge
Welcome back to another episode of 'The Recap' brought to you by 'MyMedEquip' (Code: TSPP10 for 10% off).
Today we recap with Darren Hodge about cognitive overload and how to overcome it, building resilience through feedback and key advice for students.
Make sure you check out the full episode from Season 1, Episode 2.
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S3 Ep2: TBI's w/ Prep Medic
Welcome back to another episode of ‘The Student Paramedic Podcast’. Today we have a chat to Sam who is a flight paramedic and on the special operations response team. We have a chat about a paramedic’s approach to traumatic brain injuries and his advice for new clinicians.
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S1 Ep1: 'The Recap' - Setting yourself up for success with Britt Shaw
'The Recap' is a new series on the podcast where we reintroduce important or interesting concepts discuss with guests from previous episodes.
Today we recap with Britt Shaw about setting yourself up for success.
Make sure you check out the full episode from Season 1, Episode 1.
This series is brought to you by 'MyMedEquip'. Get 10% off with code: TSPP10
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S3 Ep1: A new vision for decision making? w/ Andy Bell and Dr Matt Stainer
Welcome to season 3!
We kick off this season with Andy Bell and Matt Stainer having a discussion around clinical decision making and the connection with vision. Developing your clinical decision making can be difficult as a student, however key concepts such as deliberate practice, reflection and experiential learning can assist in making this much more systematic and easier to achieve.
Here is t
S2 Ep20: Approach to trauma and insights by Dr John Glasheen
This week we have a chat to Dr John Glasheen. Dr Glasheen is a paramedic turned emergency physician who works with QAS as part of HARU, as a flight care doctor and within hospital. We put a Q&A out to the audience who requested trauma and some of the questions sent in have been asked. We did not get into the specifics of each trauma presentation, however keep you eye out for that in the future
S2 Ep19: Changing the culture around mental health w/ TradeMutt
EXPLICIT Episode
This week we have a chat to Ed, the co-founder of TradeMutt. Ed and Dan are both tradies that wanted to create a cultural change around mental health for blue collar workers (particularly tradies and men's mental health). They have done so by creating a funky workwear brand called TradeMutt that creates community and is definitely a conversation starter. This has extended into th
S2 Ep18: Humanitarian and Disaster Response Prehospital Care w/ Backpacker Medics founder Nathan Burns
This week we have a chat to Nathan Burns, a paramedic who founded 'Backpacker Medics'. We discuss what it is like working as a paramedic in humanitarian aid and now in post-disaster recovery in developing countries. This was an incredible chat about the difference in pre-hospital care across different applications.
Backpacker Medics
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S2 Ep17: Paediatric Nurse and Registered Paramedic Austin Purdie
This week we have a chat to Austin Purdie, both nurse and paramedic. We have a chat about the dual degree, how he made his way into both professions and his tips and tricks for students studying!
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S2 Ep16: Community paramedicine and the future of paramedicine w/ David Long
This week we have a chat to Dr David Long about a model of prehospital care, 'community paramedicine'. David has worked as an extended care paramedic and explains a bit about this role. We have a chat about where the future of paramedicine may go...
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S1 Ep15: How to utilise storytelling to be successful in your job interviews w/ Gabrielle Dolan
This week we have a chat to Gabrielle Dolan about how to have a successful job interview using storytelling. Gabrielle is an expert in this and has coached various companies such as The Obama Foundation, NSW Health, Amazon etc.
Her FREE pdf of her book 'Storytelling for Job Interviews' is available here
If you're interested in Gabrielle's Starter Kit for Storytelling click here
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S2 Ep14: PTSD w/ Psychologist and Former Police Officer Chris McIntyre a.k.a 'Fit as Dad'
This week we have a chat to Chris McIntyre, a registered psychologist and former police officer in QPS. We discuss mental health, PTSD, signs and symptoms and how to begin looking after your wellbeing.
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S2 Ep13: Approach to the physiological birth and family w/ Critical Care Paramedic and Midwife Rory Jackson
This week we have a chat to Rory Jackson, a Critical Care Paramedic and Registered Midwife. We have a chat about person-centred care, communication, the midwife's guide to a physiological birth, lessons learnt and advice for students and graduates.
Article: Women's experience of unplanned out-of-hospital birth in paramedic care
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S2 Ep12: The inspiring story, lessons and insights from Army Medic Coco (McQuilty Quirk)
Coco served as an Australian army medic for 18 years and deployed to East Timor, Iraq and Afghanistan. He has been awarded the Nursing Service Cross.
In Afghanistan 2011, Coco was involved in an IED explosion and wounded in action. He died 3 times. He shares his incredible story which left me at a loss for words.
We discuss his experiences, lessons and insights as an army medic that all studen
S2 Ep11: Can students do research? w/ Sandy MacQuarrie, Joel, Elise, Jasmin and Chloe
This week we have a chat to Dr Sandy MacQuarrie (senior lecturer and researcher at Griffith University), Joel and Elise (Honour students) and Jasmin and Chloe (research assistants and second year Paramedicine students).
We have a discussion about what they are researching and have found, how they got into research, the benefits of undertaking research and the importance of it.
We challenge you to
S2 Ep10: Student Exchange Programs w/ Dr Doug Presta and Dr Scott Devenish
Welcome back to another episode of 'The Student Paramedic Podcast'!
This week we are having a chat to Dr Doug Presta and Dr Scott Devenish about the student exchange program that they provide via QUT and CWU. Whilst these are specific universities, we chat about student exchange in a general approach and the benefits for students who undertake these.
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S2 Ep9: Former paramedic Lisa Westgate’s mental health journey and tips for wellbeing
Hey team, welcome back to another episode. This week we chat to Lisa, who is a former Victorian paramedic who found herself struggling with mental health. She now works with Victorian police recruits about how to maintain their wellbeing in the job.
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S2 Ep8: Jo Stephens on the paramedic approach to people with autism and their families
Jo has provided some interesting TED talks that you should listen to to improve your perspective and practice:
Dr Wendy Chung: Autism: What we know (and what we don't know yet)
Steve Silberman: The forgotten history of Autism
Rosie King: How Autism freed me to be myself
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S2 Ep7: Experiences of a paramedic w/ Theodore Dimitriou
This week we chat to Theo, a qualified paramedic in Tasmania, owner of MyMedEquip and creator of Student Paramedics on Instagram and Facebook.
We chat about Theo's experience of being a graduate paramedic and newly qualified paramedic.
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S2 Ep6: Pharmacology Tips w/ Geoff Murphy from Master Your Medics
Welcome to another episode of 'The Student Paramedic Podcast'. This week we have a chat to Geoff Murphy from 'Master Your Medics' about his role as a flight paramedic in Canada and thinking about the long-term when it comes to pharmacology in the prehospital environment.
Click here for Master Your Medics
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S2 Ep5: Australian graduates guide to American recruitment w/ Team Australia EMS
Welcome back to another episode of 'The Student Paramedic Podcast'. This week we have a chat to Colin and Alan about how to apply for a paramedic position in America with the new visas for Australians and their learning packages to expedite and bridge the scope of practice gap. This is a must listen for all students and final year students and graduates can begin applying through this link.
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S2 Ep4: Army Medic, Adventurer and Personal Development w/ Glenn Azar
Welcome back to another episode of ‘The Student Paramedic Podcast’. Today we have a chat to Glenn Azar, an ex-army medic, RN, psychology student, adventure business owner, personal development business owner and gym owner. We have a chat about his experience as an army medic, debriefing, where the profession can take you and the importance of personal development for the paramedic profession.
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S2 Ep3: CPR Induced Consciousness w/ MICA Flight Paramedic Matt Shepherd and Britt Shaw
This week we have a chat to Matt Shepherd, a MICA flight paramedic and Britt Shaw, a NSW paramedic from season 1, episode 1. The topic this week is CPR induced consciousness. Matt has researched this topic and Britt has experienced this phenomenon first hand.
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S2 Ep2: Attitude w/ Paramedic Education Australia
This week we chat to Amy Gomes (CCP), Sergio Gomes (CCP), Alan Mountford (A/Director), Gary Berkowitz (HARU CCP) and Colin Allen (SOS) about student and paramedic attitude. This amazing team are running a Student Paramedic Conference on July 8th 2021.
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S2 Ep1: On the other side of prehospital care w/ Jess O'Brien and Darren Hodge
WELCOME BACK TO SEASON 2!
Today is an incredible episode, where Jess and Darren share their experience of the same story.
Jess is an Ambulance Victoria Paramedic who found herself requiring emergency care. Darren was one of the MICA crew who ended up looking after Jess. Strap yourself in for an incredible episode where Darren and Jess talk about their experience with one another for the first ti
S1 Ep20: Working under high stress situations w/ Dan Cooper
Welcome to the last episode of season 1!
Today we chat to Dan Cooper. Dan is an ex special forces soldier, has a bachelor in exercise and sports science, masters in strength and conditioning and is completing his PhD in cognitive and physiological training for elite teams in high stress situations.
We delve into setting yourself up for success in high stress situations which involves physical and
S1 Ep19: Mature Age Student Q&A w/ Megan, Matt and Carleine
Welcome back to another episode of 'The Student Paramedic Podcast'.
This week we are chatting to Megan, Matt and Carleine who are current paramedic students who also happen to be mature age students. Matt, a first year student, asks Megan and Carleine who are in their final couple of years about their experiences.
We hope you enjoy.
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S1 Ep18: Research w/ Ben Meadley
Welcome back to another episode of 'The Student Paramedic Podcast'.
This week we chat to Ben Meadley, a MICA flight paramedic in Victoria. He is currently undertaking his PhD on the cardiometabolic effects of paramedics. We have a chat about his research, how students and graduates can get into research and the importance of it on progressing the paramedic profession.
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S1 Ep17: Approach to Paediatrics w/ Dr. Andrew Tagg
Welcome back to another episode of 'The Student Paramedic Podcast'.
Today we chat to Dr. Andrew Tagg, a paediatric and adult emergency consultant in Victoria about the approach to the paediatric patient. We discuss both the emotional challenges and clinical approaches to the paediatric patient in the pre-hospital environment. Andrew is the co-founder of 'Don't Forget the Bubbles', which provides i
S1 Ep16: Study Tips/Guide with Aaron McNeill from the Free Radicals
Welcome back to another episode of 'The Student Paramedic Podcast'.
Today we chat to Aaron from the Free Radicals Paramedic Podcast to chat about study tips. In particular, figuring out what type of learner you are, how to create your notes, how to retain information, how to make the most out of your study and how to use your time efficiently.
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S1 Ep15: Working as a Rural Paramedic w/ Jo Stephens
Welcome back to another episode of 'The Student Paramedic Podcast'.
This week we chat to Jo Stephens about working as a rural paramedic, as a lecturer and so much more!
Hope you enjoy this episode!
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S1 Ep14: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly Paramedic w/ Tammie Bullard
Welcome back to another episode of 'The Student Paramedic Podcast'. This week we have a chat to Tammie Bullard, the author of 'The Good, The Bad and The Ugly Paramedic'. We talk about all things attitude, ego, patient care, qualities that make up good paramedics and her new book for students.
This is a must listen!
https://www.gbuparamedic.com/
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S1 Ep13: Nick Stanford's Student Experience
Hey team!
Welcome back to another episode of 'The Student Paramedic Podcast'.
This week we chat to Nick about his experience going from the ADF to studying paramedicine, how to get the most out of the degree and build your experience as well as his student experience.
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S1 Ep12: Mental Wellbeing w/ Todd Wehr Director of QAS Priority One
Hey team,
Welcome back to another episode!
This week, we have a chat to Todd Wehr. Todd is the director of The QAS staff support program Priority One. He has been a firefighter and paramedic as well as completing his psychology degree. We have a chat about PTSD, PTG (post traumatic growth), how to build good habits as a student and so much more. We hope you enjoy.
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