The Evolution of Emergency Medical Services

The Evolution of Emergency Medical Services

Emergency Care

Prior to 1966

1966 and Beyond

No set standards or training

Present Day EMS

D.O.T./NHSB develops standards for prehospital emergency care

Expanded training and treatment protocols

State of the art technology being integrated into ambulances and equipment

EMS in the Future

Expanded roles in community healthcare

Emphasis on Continuity of Care

EMT's trained in CPR, bandaging, splinting and oxygen administration

Many technological advances over the horizon

Vietnam war gave rise to paramedics and improved trauma practices

Hospital care improving from lessons learned in war

Paramedic training and equipment expanding

Eyes and ears of the physicians

Emergency 1972-1979

Funerals Homes filled the void for emergency transportation