A Medical Director's Role in EMS Education

What does an EMS Medical Director really do for an education program? Is it just a ceremonial title, or is there a deeper, more critical function at play? In this episode of Registry Insider, host Bill Seifarth sits down at Accreditcon with EMS Physicians Dr. Michael Hunt of Colorado and Dr. Dipesh Patel of Los Angeles County to peel back the layers of this vital role. They explore how physician involvement goes far beyond a signature, discussing its direct tie to accreditation, the unique challenges they face in their respective EMS systems, and how they work to instill a career-long growth mindset in students. Listen in to understand how their guidance is a cornerstone of the EMS education system and is fundamental to ensuring every patient receives care from a competent and prepared professional.