In this episode of the Erik and Matt Show (EMS) Join Dr. Erik Axene and Firefighter/Paramedic Matt Ball as they dive into the essential skills and knowledge every EMS provider needs when caring for pediatric patients. In this episode, you’ll get practical tips, real-world scenarios, and expert insights to help you stay calm, confident, and effective in the field. Whether you’re a seasoned paramedic or new to EMS, tune in to learn how to improve outcomes and provide the best care for your youn...
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In this episode of the Erik and Matt Show (EMS) Join Dr. Erik Axene and Firefighter/Paramedic Matt Ball as they dive into the essential skills and knowledge every EMS provider needs when caring for pediatric patients. In this episode, you’ll get practical tips, real-world scenarios, and expert insights to help you stay calm, confident, and effective in the field. Whether you’re a seasoned paramedic or new to EMS, tune in to learn how to improve outcomes and provide the best care for your youn...
Why STEMI Isn’t Enough Anymore: The EMS OMI Criteria Update
EMS: Erik & Matt Show
30 minutes
6 months ago
Why STEMI Isn’t Enough Anymore: The EMS OMI Criteria Update
STEMI is out. OMI is in. In this episode of The Erik and Matt Show (EMS), Dr. Axene and Matt Ball unpack the newest data on occlusive myocardial infarction (OMI) criteria—and why sticking to traditional STEMI patterns could cause you to miss up to 34% of heart attacks. They break down the April 2025 literature, discuss real-world EMS implications, and challenge every provider to rethink how they read 12-leads. Whether you're a medic, medical director, or firefighter-paramedic, this one's a mu...
EMS: Erik & Matt Show
In this episode of the Erik and Matt Show (EMS) Join Dr. Erik Axene and Firefighter/Paramedic Matt Ball as they dive into the essential skills and knowledge every EMS provider needs when caring for pediatric patients. In this episode, you’ll get practical tips, real-world scenarios, and expert insights to help you stay calm, confident, and effective in the field. Whether you’re a seasoned paramedic or new to EMS, tune in to learn how to improve outcomes and provide the best care for your youn...
