From Skirts To Scrubs

Ep. 78 Dr. Nancy Caroline: EMS Pioneer


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In this episode, we dive into the life and legacy of Dr. Nancy Caroline, a trailblazer in the development of modern paramedic and EMS systems. From her early days as a determined medical student in the 1960s to her leadership in Pittsburgh’s groundbreaking Freedom House Ambulance Service, Dr. Caroline helped transform pre-hospital care while challenging racial and systemic inequities in medicine. This episode highlights not only her medical contributions, but her enduring commitment to equity, innovation, and service.


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From Skirts To ScrubsBy Charlotte Thill and Alesha Kotian

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