ACCESS Unbound

In this episode we continue with Dr. Kyle Davis to dive deeper into healthy sleep by exploring the psychology of sleep and unveiling more tactics on how to achieve restful sleep.  

Dr. Davis is a Clinical Psychologist who specializes in behavioral sleep medicine, lifestyle medicine, chronic pain management, and the management of mood and anxiety disorders. 

How might we develop good sleep habits both while on shift and at home? This two part episode series is chalked full of interesting and helpful information designed to help you navigate the challenges of shift work in EMS for the remainder of your career and beyond.  

Here are a few things covered in this episode: 

• Does counting sheep really work?!?

• How to recognize sleep apnea

• How to efficiently get back on track with your sleep schedule so you can enjoy your time off.

• Should you bank sleep? When should you just get up?

• What the heck is stimulus control? Passive relaxation?

• What about alcohol consumption?

• Goal: Improved responder wellness through sleep, exercise, diet and mental wellbeing for the happy and healthy longevity of careers in EMS

To contact Dr. Davis or for more information, please visit: 

⁠https://www.kyledavisphd.com⁠ 

Music by ACP Paramedic E-N Wellborne

In this episode we sit down with Dr. Kyle Davis to discuss healthy sleep by exploring the psychology of sleep and unveil some tactics on how to achieve restful sleep.  

Dr. Davis is a Clinical Psychologist who specializes in behavioral sleep medicine, lifestyle medicine, chronic pain management, and the management of mood and anxiety disorders. 

How might we develop good sleep habits both while on shift and at home? This two part episode series is chalked full of interesting and helpful information designed to help you navigate the challenges of shift work in EMS for the remainder of your career and beyond.  

Here are a few things covered in this episode: 

• How to recognize insomnia and strategies to combat insomnia 

• Direct effects of fatigue on EMS professionals, including medical errors, cognitive performance and decision-making

• The role of leadership and teamwork in reducing fatigue-related errors and fostering a culture of safety in EMS organizations 

• Novel approaches to mitigating fatigue, including practical solutions and interventions in EMS shift work environments.

• How to optimize your sleep schedule

• Goal: Improved responder wellness through sleep, exercise, diet and mental wellbeing for the happy and healthy longevity of careers in EMS 

Chief Warmuth of Merdian Fire stops in help provide more perspective on health and safety. 

To contact Dr. Davis or for more information, please visit: 

https://www.kyledavisphd.com 

Music by ACP Paramedic E-N Wellborne

In this episode we sit down with Dr. Cornett and Dr. Urban to discuss ACCESS Phase 4 Paramedic testing. What should you know about the process and how to be successful?

Music by ACP Paramedic E-N Wellborne

Disclaimer: Please excuse profanity as we try to improve production and remain true to ourselves as well as the industry that we work in and love. No offense intended.

In this episode Chief Hendrick and Captain Seoane continue the discussion with ACCESS Medical Directors Dr. Cornett and Dr. Urban regarding expectations for providers, onscene interactions and relationship building.

Music by ACP Paramedic E-N Wellborne

Disclaimer: Please excuse profanity as we try to improve production and remain true to ourselves as well as the industry that we work in and love. No offense intended.

Chief Hendrick and Captain Seoane interview Dr. Cornett and Dr. Urban in this ACCESS podcast launch. We wish to inform, educate and entertain with modern media that meets our providers where they are in their busy lives. We greatly appreciate all that you do and we hope you enjoy!

Music by ACP Paramedic E-N Wellborne

Disclaimer: Please excuse profanity as we try to improve production and remain true to ourselves as well as the industry that we work in and love. No offense intended.