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Honorable but Broken: Bryony Gilbey on EMS Crisis, Retention, and Mental Health
In this episode, Kyle Goodknight and Bryony Gilbey delve into the challenges faced by EMS professionals, spotlighting the documentary "Honorable but Broken: EMS in Crisis." Bryony shares her insights on public perceptions and the motivations behind the film. They discuss EMS retention, turnover, and the effects of low experience, highlighting training and support disparities. The conversation covers the documentary's content, its impact, and engagement with officials. They explore mental health education, legislative efforts, and recent advancements in EMS, concluding with advocacy for the profession and upcoming projects.
Key Points
- Trauma in EMS is inevitable, but how it's addressed can and should be changed.
- The average turnover rate in EMS is 25-30% every four years, highlighting a critical issue in retention and experience.
- Better funding and supportive leadership in EMS lead to improved training, reduced stress, and higher job satisfaction among first responders.
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