Recent News and Updates
ALS PCS v.5.4 – Implementation Delay
The Ontario Ministry of Health has not yet announced the release of ALS PCS v.5.4.
While the update was originally expected to take effect in February 2025, the release timeline remains uncertain. Until ALS PCS v.5.4 is formally published, paramedics should continue to follow the current ALS PCS v.5.3 directives.
For updates, please monitor the…
Announcing the OMC YouTube Channel: A New Resource for Paramedics
The Online Medical Consultation (OMC) service is supporting paramedicine in our region with real-time physician consultation for paramedics during patient care. To further enhance the use of this critical service, we are thrilled to announce the launch of the OMC YouTube Channel.
This dedicated platform features the OMC Video Series, designed to…
MedicNEWS for January 2025
Welcome to the January 2025 edition of MedicNEWS! Dive into this issue filled with practical insights, professional updates, and intriguing stories. Here’s what’s inside:
In this issue
Continuing Education: Unlock 18 hours of elective CME credit available online with just a few clicks, including insightful Critical Levels podcasts. D…
2023-24 RPPEO Dissemination Activities Report
The Regional Paramedic Program for Eastern Ontario presents an accounting of our knowledge production and dissemination work for the 2023-24 year.
RPPEO_ANNUAL_DAR_2023-2024_FINAL.pdf
New RPPEO Accessibility Policy
The Regional Paramedic Program for Eastern Ontario (RPPEO) has implemented a new Accessibility of Base Hospital Services Policy, effective December 2, 2024. This policy supports paramedics and other clients who may encounter barriers during RPPEO-managed processes due to a disability.
Key Highlights:
Paramedics with disabilities can…
MedicNEWS for November 2024
The latest MedicNEWS issue is live, bringing paramedics valuable updates, case studies, and new tools to support practice! As a result of the audience survey feedback earlier this year, we're on an improvement trajectory for MedicNEWS. This issue includes more case studies, as requested, and we’re adding more summaries of the…
Paramedics Wanted for Research on Recruitment
Ornge and NOSM U are collaborating on a study titled "Challenges in Recruitment and Retention of Paramedics: Insights and Solutions in Northern Ontario" and invite paramedics to participate. Your insights as paramedics are invaluable to understanding the challenges and exploring potential solutions for recruitment and retention in our re…
Fall 2024 CME Launches Online September 12!
We are thrilled to invite you to join us for our Fall 2024 Continuing Medical Education (CME) program, titled "A Basket of New Skills." This course is designed to enhance your expertise in the latest advancements in paramedic emergency care and introduce new treatments based on updates from Ontario's Ministry of Health to the Advanced Life Support…
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CPAP and Asthma
Question: Why is asthma listed as a contraindication for CPAP? I understand how it may not be the first thing to reach for in an asthma exacerbation, however more often than not I hear about older patients ge…
Can a patient in Cardiac Arrest have a gag reflex?
Question: we had a male pt who had been trapped in a car at an mvc. pt had vitals, and was grunting. pt became vsa post extrication. when an opa was attempted there was a loud gag reflex. is this possible? was…
Methoxyflurane Use and Pregnancy
Question: With the current Methoxyflurane trial in some jurisdictions, there seems to be a lack of information regarding safety of paramedics with regarding to inhaling patient's exhaled medication. Particular…
STEMI Bypass and Patient Contact Time
Question: We have had some debate regarding STEMI bypass. We are looking for clarification of pt contact. Question is, when you have a PRU attending and are first on scene, are we using their pt contact time o…
Pain management in pregnant patients
Question: When discussing pain management options with a pregnant female (approx 6-8 weeks gestation), the pt denied offer of narcotics due to fear of harm to her fetus. I empathised with her concern, and cele…
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