In Episode 330 of the Medic2Medic Podcast, Steve welcomes back Joseph “JZ” Zalkin for a wide-ranging conversation on leadership, innovation, and the future of EMS.
With more than 51 years in emergency medical services, JZ reflects on his remarkable career and the philosophy that has guided his work: asking “Why not?” Throughout the episode, Steve and JZ discuss the development of the North Carolina EMS Regional Blood Coalition and the growing role of prehospital blood administration. JZ shares the story behind the coalition, the challenges of building a regional blood program, and why bringing blood to patients sooner is transforming trauma care and saving lives.
As a recipient of North Carolina's Order of the Longleaf Pine and a leader behind numerous statewide EMS initiatives, JZ offers a valuable perspective on how collaboration, vision, and persistence can move the profession forward.
This episode is a thoughtful discussion about service, innovation, and continuing to improve EMS by challenging the status quo.
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