Collaboration plays a vital role in setting new benchmarks in cardiac transport. Join Shane Turner as he talks with Bill Hallinan, regional clinical manager for Abiomed, about integrating pre-hospital and hospital care to enhance outcomes for patients experiencing cardiogenic shock. With decades of experience in firefighting, nursing and transport, Bill shares his invaluable insights and vision for the future of cardiac care.

Shane and Bill emphasize the critical importance of early recognition of cardiogenic shock, and the need for effective communication and respect among providers. They also discuss the unique challenges and opportunities in pre-hospital and transport care. Plus, you’ll learn why clear definitions and standards for cardiac recovery centers are crucial, and how standardized protocols and technological innovations can dramatically improve patient outcomes.

In this episode:

Shane Turner, RN, CFRN, NRP, FP-C, CMTE, Chattanooga, TN

Bill Hallihan, RN BSN, Regional Clinical Manager, Abiomed

When it comes to ensuring safe and successful medical transports, our work begins with preparation and logistics. In this episode, host Shane Turner sits down with veteran flight transport provider, Robin Wallace. With over 25 years of experience in the southeast as both a paramedic and a flight nurse, Robin shares her invaluable insights on transporting critically ill cardiac patients.

Robin shares the essential practices she has honed, including the use of checklists, meticulous vehicle preparation, and mastering communication techniques. Learn how effective teamwork and clear, concise directives can make all the difference during unexpected events in flight. This episode is packed with knowledge for anyone involved in medical transport, offering actionable advice and proven strategies to enhance patient care during critical moments.

In this episode:

Shane Turner, RN, CFRN, NRP, FP-C, CMTE, Chattanooga, TN

Robin Wallace, BSN, RN, CFRN, CEN, NRP, Chattanooga, TN

Are there different training protocols for maintaining expertise in Impella patient management when cases are infrequent? In this episode, Shane Turner is joined by Dustin McKeel, a seasoned Flight Paramedic and Clinical Base Educator from Memphis, to explore how the city's limited critical care options have spurred innovative training solutions.

Learn how hands-on cadaver labs, real case studies, and rigorous simulations are equipping transport crews with the confidence and skills needed to handle complex patient scenarios effectively. Don’t miss this insightful discussion on enhancing clinical capabilities and decision-making skills through advanced training methods.

In this episode:

Shane Turner, RN, CFRN, NRP, FP-C, CMTE, Chattanooga, TN

Dustin McKeel, FP-C, Flight Paramedic, Clinical Base Educator, Memphis, TN