05/09/2012
Latest Hot Sheet Now Available
Top headlines include: PFFW President Wins Nomination for Lt. Governor/Training Centers to Adopt Standard EMS Course Names/Largest Ever Medicare Fraud Take-down includes Ambulance Providers. Subscribers, download your copy HERE.
05/04/2012
Latest Hot Sheet Now Available
Wisconsin Ambulance Service Closes its Doors after 33 Years tops the headline in the latest edition of Hot Sheets. Subscribers, download your copy HERE.
04/06/2012
Latest Hot Sheet Now Available
The downgrade of the State EMS Office tops the headline in the latest edition of Hot Sheets. Subscribers, download your copy HERE.
5/17/2012
EMS Office to Host Conference Call to Discuss Critical Care Paramedic Level
The Wisconsin EMS Office is holding an open discussion meeting regarding the critical care level in Wisconsin. The purpose of this discussion is to elicit ideas for the regulation and oversight of this practice level. Click HERE for call-in information.
4/06/2012
State EMS Section Downgraded to Unit Status
Diane Christen, Director for the Bureau of Communicable Disease & Emergency Response, recently announced that internal reorganizational changes have resulted in the downgrade of the EMS Office from a Section to a Unit within the Department of Health Services (DHS). Details can be found in the latest Hot Sheet.
The Wisconsin EMS Association (WEMSA) is the state's largest non-profit member-based association representing emergency
medical service professionals throughout Wisconsin. The Wisconsin EMS Association works cooperatively with other stakeholders,
health care professionals, and public safety organizations to advance and enhance the delivery of pre-hospital emergency medical care.
WEMSA is Your Voice for EMS. Be Represented! Click HERE to Join Today!
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SAVE THE DATE! January 30-Feb 2, 2013 marks the 27th anniversary of the Working Together Conference & Exposition - The Midwest’s leading Emergency Services educational, informational, and networking event.
NEW! Save $$! Extend your membership for an additional year at the current rates and SAVE!
After twenty years at the same rate, WEMSA will be increasing membership dues effective July 1, 2012. Extend your membership for an additional year at the current rates! Renew before July 1st...Regardless of your scheduled renewal date, extend your membership at the current rates for another year beyond your current expiration date. Join or renew today and get the brand new edition of the very popular Member’s Pharmacology & Information Guide. This valuable pocket guide helps identify thousands of medications that patients may be taking. Members, get more details in the May/June issue of EMS Professionals or click HERE. Questions? Email us at wemsa@wisconsinems.com.
NEW Photos! Office Space Available for Lease in WEMSA Headquarters
This property is located on a high visibility corner in the heart of Wind Lake, 30 minutes from downtown Milwaukee or Racine, 40 minutes from Kenosha, 15 minutes from Burlington, and 1.5 hours from Madison. Beautiful building. Studio space also available. Perfect for a small business that wants to appear larger. Shared conference room & other ammenities included. Click HERE for photos and more details.
NEW! National EMS Week is May 20 - May 26, 2012
This year's theme is "EMS: More than a job. A Calling." Download the 2012 Planning Guide here. Click here for more EMS Week ideas.
NEW! USFA Releases Two EMS Resource Documents
Handbook for EMS Medical Directors Funding Alternatives for Emergency Medical & Fire Services
WEMSA Forms Alliance with Kaplan to Offer Educational Opportunities to Members
All EMS and fire modules are offered at a discounted rate. Members, click HERE for more information.
Resources for Pre-hospital Management of Athletic C-spine Injuries
To view the Position Statements, videos, and other resource materials, click HERE.
Paper Run Reports Available
Now, while supplies last, paper run report forms are available at no cost to WEMSA service and corporate members. Member organizations may call or email the WEMSA office to arrange for local pick-up or discuss shipping options.