Registry Insider

What happens when leaders from influential EMS organizations sit down at the same table for conversation?  In this episode of Registry Insider, Bill Seifarth hosts a powerhouse panel at the inaugural EMS Association Summit to discuss the unprecedented spirit of collaboration currently defining the profession. Featuring Jamie Pafford-Gresham (American Ambulance Association), Chris Way (National Association of EMTs), and Dr. Scott Gi...

Is the future of EMS testing more than just multiple-choice? In this episode of Registry Insider, Bill Seifarth sits down with Brian Hamilton and Stacey Kaizer from the National Registry to discuss the evolution of Technology Enhanced Items (TEIs) and how they are transforming the candidate experience. From the shift away from traditional paper-and-pencil formats to the introduction of interactive "hotspot" questions for ...

"Who actually decides what questions are asked?" In this milestone 70th episode of Registry Insider, Bill Seifarth goes behind the scenes to help answer that question. National Registry psychometricians Brent Stevenor and Nadine McBride help to demystify the process, including the extremely important component – the ALS Practice Analysis. Discover how a rigorous, scientific blend of field observations, NEMSIS data, and Cl...

Is a culture problem the real reason behind the EMS staffing crisis? Bill Seifarth sits down with Chris Holden to uncover how shifting the focus from paperwork to people can revolutionize your organization. They explore the secret sauce for keeping Clinicians engaged, from cutting out daily obstacles like truck washing to building a team where leadership stands shoulder to shoulder with the crew. Tune in to discover why culture is ...

In the 68th episode of Registry Insider, Bill Seifarth sits down with Dave Page to explore the vital work of the International Paramedic Registry and its mission to strengthen EMS systems worldwide. This episode explores the creation of a global baseline that empowers every Clinician to provide life-saving care, no matter where they are stationed. Dave shares fascinating insights into the challenges of international education and e...

In this vital episode of Registry Insider, CEO Bill Seifarth welcomes licensed clinical social worker and trauma therapist Stephanie Neuman of Leave Trauma Behind. Drawing from her own law enforcement experience, Stephanie offers profound insight into the psychological toll and accumulated trauma experienced by EMS, fire, and police personnel. She addresses the common challenge of the “full pot,” the breaking point where chronic st...

In this dynamic episode of Registry Insider, CEO Bill Seifarth sits down with Victoria Reinhartz, Executive Director for the National Association of Mobile Integrated Health Care Providers (NAMIHP), to explore one of the hottest topics in EMS: Mobile Integrated Healthcare (MIH). Discover how MIH, an umbrella term encompassing community paramedicine and "treatment in place," is not just an evolution in prehospital care but...

Code 3 EXCLUSIVE: From Paramedic Reality to the Big Screen!

 
This is a must-listen bonus episode of Registry Insider! Host Bill Seifarth is thrilled to welcome Patrick Pianezza, the co-writer and technical consultant for the new, critically-acclaimed film, Code 3. Patrick, a Nationally Registered Paramedic, offers an intimate look at how his own experiences shaped the movie's unflinching portrayal of EMS, addressing crucia...

How can EMS fill its ranks and serve its diverse communities better? CEO Bill Seifarth welcomes Dave Page, Director of EMS Education for the EMS CORPS, to discuss this innovative workforce development program. This episode uncovers the deep roots of the EMS CORPS, tracing its mission back to the pioneering 1960s Freedom House ambulance service, and how this legacy is transforming lives today. Learn how the program recruits and ment...

Did you know that 911 services can roll, treat, and stabilize a patient, yet walk away with $0? That's just one of the eye-opening financial hurdles facing EMS that Maria Bianchi, CEO of the American Ambulance Association (AAA), exposes in this powerful episode of Registry Insider. Join National Registry CEO Bill Seifarth as he dives deep with Maria on the AAA's critical mission: unifying the voice of ground ambulance ser...

Tired of the phrase, "That’s just how we do it?" On this episode, Bill Seifarth sits down with Dave Page, Director of the Prehospital Care Research Forum (PCRF) at UCLA, to talk about changing the game. Dave unveils the revolutionary work of the PCRF, a non-profit dedicated to making cutting-edge research accessible to every level of the EMS professional, from Clinician to educator. Learn how you can get involved in their...

What happens when a critical care paramedic turns into a viral EMS educator? Bill Seifarth finds out in this exciting interview with Jimmy Apple, The EMS Avenger. Jimmy explains how he uses short-form video to cut through the noise, delivering essential clinical information and a message of hope to thousands of clinicians. Beyond the laughs, the conversation turns serious, addressing retention issues and the growing potential of th...

Get ready for a powerful episode of Registry Insider, recorded live at EMS World Expo in Indianapolis. National Registry CEO Bill Seifarth sits down with Dr. David Keith from the American Heart Association to explore the newly released 2025 AHA guidelines. The conversation covers updates in basic life support, including the return of back blows, and fresh insights into post-cardiac arrest care. This episode is packed with essential...

Join Registry Insider host Bill Seifarth as he sits down with Dr. Jon R. Krohmer, the distinguished 2025 recipient of the Rocco V. Morando Lifetime Achievement Award. Dr. Krohmer shares his incredible five-decade journey in EMS, starting as a basic EMT volunteer and evolving into a national leader who shaped policy at agencies like the Department of Homeland Security and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Office of ...

Join Bill Seifarth as he explores the crucial, yet often neglected, role of empathy and the broader affective domain in EMS. Bill speaks with Meghan Williams from CUNY and Kenny Navarro, the National Registry Program Manager, about their doctoral work and why these "soft skills" are vital. They discuss data on racial and gender disparities in patient care, such as unequal pain management, and how a negative EMS culture ca...

When a member of the public calls 911, they can't choose their provider. They place their absolute trust in a system they may not fully understand. But what is that system? In this episode, host Bill Seifarth and Dr. Paul Rosenberger explore the powerful "systems approach" to public protection in EMS. Drawing a compelling parallel to the Chain of Survival, they reveal the four essential links - education, national ce...

Tune in to this captivating episode of Registry Insider, where host Bill Seifarth is joined by Terrie Godde, the National Registry's Education Stakeholder Relations Program Manager. In a special conversation recorded live from the NEMSES conference, they dive into effective strategies for helping students find success—not just on the National Registry's examination, but also in the classroom and throughout their careers. ...

Episode 55 of Registry Insider dives back into the exciting world of prehospital simulation with a fascinating conversation between Bill Seifarth and special guest Andrew Spain from the Society for Simulation in Healthcare (SSH). From the early days of task trainers to the latest in programmable mannequins and virtual reality, they discuss how technology has transformed EMS education. Discover how the collaboration between key orga...

Have you ever wondered how the questions on the National Registry of EMTs' examinations are created? In this episode of Registry Insider, host Bill Seifarth sits down with a returning guest, Dr. Paul Rosenberger, to reveal the rigorous process behind the National Registry's examination development. They debunk the myth that test questions are crafted in an "ivory tower" and highlight how real-world expertise fro...