In this episode of The Standard of Care Podcast, Samantha Johnson and Nick Adams recount their journey from attending conferences to becoming conference speakers on critical medical-legal topics in EMS. They reflect on how these pivotal experiences shaped their current work. The episode dives into highlights from recent EMS conferences, such as South Carolina EMS, Metro Atlanta EMS, and FAST24, where they engaged with street-level medics and addressed critical topics in the ever-evolving landscape of EMS law. Whether you're a seasoned provider or just starting, this episode offers valuable takeaways on the value of EMS conferences, the evolution of the Standard of Care Podcast, and the importance of staying informed and involved in industry developments.

Links:

National Association of EMS Physicians

https://naemsp.org/

2025 Annual Meeting
January 6-11, 2025
https://naemsp.org/annual-meeting/

South Carolina EMS Association

https://scemsa.org/

2025 SCEMSA Symposium
March 5-7, 2025
https://scemsa.org/ems-symposium

Metro Atlanta EMS Conference

2025 Metro Atlanta EMS Conference January 30-31, 2025

https://www.maemsc.org/

Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Prehospital Medicine Conference

2025 Swamp Rabbit Conference June 17-19, 2025
https://www.facebook.com/ghsemsconference/

FAST25
(FlightBridgeED Air and Surface Transport Symposium 2025)

Lexington, KY | May 19-21, 2025
https://fbefast.com

FTFC/Gathering of Eagles
2025 FTFC/Gathering of Eagles June 9-13, 2025

https://firsttherefirstcare.com/

FAST25 | May 19-21, 2025 | Lexington, KY

🔥 FAST25 is back—bigger, bolder, and hotter than ever! 🔥

This isn’t just another conference—a high-energy, immersive experience for pre-hospital and critical care transport pros. Expert-led sessions, hands-on workshops, and unfiltered discussions will take your practice to the next level.

🚀 New for 2025: The Creator Festival – Featuring “Burnt Ones,” a spicy take on Hot Ones, where top EMS creators tackle scorching hot wings while answering the most challenging questions in the industry. Expect live demos, interactive exhibits, and big-name influencers sharing their insight in a way you won’t find anywhere else.

Plus, a killer vendor experience, special guests, catered lunches, and after-hours events that make networking effortless and enjoyable. FAST25 is where it all happens.

📍 Central Bank Center | Lexington, KY
🏨 Hilton Lexington/Downtown (special rates available!)
🎟️ Tickets are limited—grab yours now: flightbridgeed.com/fast25