Code 3 EXCLUSIVE: From Paramedic Reality to the Big Screen!

 
This is a must-listen bonus episode of Registry Insider! Host Bill Seifarth is thrilled to welcome Patrick Pianezza, the co-writer and technical consultant for the new, critically-acclaimed film, Code 3. Patrick, a Nationally Registered Paramedic, offers an intimate look at how his own experiences shaped the movie's unflinching portrayal of EMS, addressing crucial issues like burnout and the recruitment crisis. Discover the unbelievable story behind the script's creation and why this film is sparking vital conversations about the profession we all love. Code 3 is available now to rent or buy. Listen to this episode to hear the story behind the movie that's getting everyone talking!

How can EMS fill its ranks and serve its diverse communities better? CEO Bill Seifarth welcomes Dave Page, Director of EMS Education for the EMS CORPS, to discuss this innovative workforce development program. This episode uncovers the deep roots of the EMS CORPS, tracing its mission back to the pioneering 1960s Freedom House ambulance service, and how this legacy is transforming lives today. Learn how the program recruits and mentors low-income youth and those facing systemic barriers, equipping them for success—including achieving first-attempt pass rates well above the national average on the National Registry examination. Hear how this "earn while you learn" model is expanding across the U.S., proving that opportunity and mentorship are the keys to building a robust, representative, and resilient EMS future.

Did you know that 911 services can roll, treat, and stabilize a patient, yet walk away with $0? That's just one of the eye-opening financial hurdles facing EMS that Maria Bianchi, CEO of the American Ambulance Association (AAA), exposes in this powerful episode of Registry Insider. Join National Registry CEO Bill Seifarth as he dives deep with Maria on the AAA's critical mission: unifying the voice of ground ambulance services to drive massive change. They reveal how a decades-old reimbursement model is failing modern medicine and why a lack of knowledge on Capitol Hill is costing your service. Hear about the national effort to reform payment models, the struggle for workforce funding, and discover the simple but vital steps you can take today to move this profession forward.

Tired of the phrase, "That’s just how we do it?" On this episode, Bill Seifarth sits down with Dave Page, Director of the Prehospital Care Research Forum (PCRF) at UCLA, to talk about changing the game. Dave unveils the revolutionary work of the PCRF, a non-profit dedicated to making cutting-edge research accessible to every level of the EMS professional, from Clinician to educator. Learn how you can get involved in their speed-dating-style workshops, where great ideas turn into published research projects that advance the profession. Listen to find out how the PCRF is helping to debunk old myths and usher in a new era of evidence-based practice, and where to submit your own concepts!

What happens when a critical care paramedic turns into a viral EMS educator? Bill Seifarth finds out in this exciting interview with Jimmy Apple, The EMS Avenger. Jimmy explains how he uses short-form video to cut through the noise, delivering essential clinical information and a message of hope to thousands of clinicians. Beyond the laughs, the conversation turns serious, addressing retention issues and the growing potential of the Mobile Integrated Health model to reshape EMS careers. Join us to see how one dedicated clinician is making a massive, positive impact on the entire EMS community.

Note: We recorded this episode live at the high-energy EMS World Expo, and our brand-new microphones picked up all the action (and maybe a few stray booth whispers). We're still getting them dialed in, so please excuse the unexpected background tracks. Consider it an authentic Expo experience!

Get ready for a powerful episode of Registry Insider, recorded live at EMS World Expo in Indianapolis. National Registry CEO Bill Seifarth sits down with Dr. David Keith from the American Heart Association to explore the newly released 2025 AHA guidelines. The conversation covers updates in basic life support, including the return of back blows, and fresh insights into post-cardiac arrest care. This episode is packed with essential information for EMS clinicians and offers a fast-paced preview that will spark your curiosity and make you want to dive deeper into the new guidelines. Don't miss it!

Join Registry Insider host Bill Seifarth as he sits down with Dr. Jon R. Krohmer, the distinguished 2025 recipient of the Rocco V. Morando Lifetime Achievement Award. Dr. Krohmer shares his incredible five-decade journey in EMS, starting as a basic EMT volunteer and evolving into a national leader who shaped policy at agencies like the Department of Homeland Security and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Office of EMS. From watching Emergency! to pioneering growth in EMS programs, Dr. Krohmer’s career embodies passion, or what his wife calls the "EMS blood type." Stream the full interview for an inspiring conversation about a lifetime dedicated to advancing the profession and improving patient care!

Join Bill Seifarth as he explores the crucial, yet often neglected, role of empathy and the broader affective domain in EMS. Bill speaks with Meghan Williams from CUNY and Kenny Navarro, the National Registry Program Manager, about their doctoral work and why these "soft skills" are vital. They discuss data on racial and gender disparities in patient care, such as unequal pain management, and how a negative EMS culture can lead to declining empathy scores and cause new clinicians to leave the field. Discover concrete, actionable solutions for educators to objectively assess and foster a positive, resilient, and empathetic culture right from the beginning, creating a better experience for both patients and providers. Tune in to find out how acknowledging the mental health of providers is the key to improving patient outcomes and the future of the EMS profession.

When a member of the public calls 911, they can't choose their provider. They place their absolute trust in a system they may not fully understand. But what is that system? In this episode, host Bill Seifarth and Dr. Paul Rosenberger explore the powerful "systems approach" to public protection in EMS. Drawing a compelling parallel to the Chain of Survival, they reveal the four essential links - education, national certification, state licensure, and local credentialing - that must work in harmony to ensure every practitioner is competent and safe. Tune in to discover why each link is vital and what happens when even one of them breaks. It’s a foundational conversation about the promise we make to the public every single day.

Tune in to this captivating episode of Registry Insider, where host Bill Seifarth is joined by Terrie Godde, the National Registry's Education Stakeholder Relations Program Manager. In a special conversation recorded live from the NEMSES conference, they dive into effective strategies for helping students find success—not just on the National Registry's examination, but also in the classroom and throughout their careers. Terrie shares powerful tips, including innovative memorization techniques, the importance of engaging multiple senses in learning, and how to help students with crucial life skills like time management. You'll also discover recommended resources and a fascinating concept called the "Memory Palace" that could completely change the way you teach and your students learn.