Paramedics Plus: Wylie

After 25 years of service, Paramedics Plus Wylie's time has officially come to an end as we turned over patient care to the city of Wylie EMS division. We thank WFR for the memories and the collaborative work shared to deliver excellent care and compassion to the citizens of Wylie. It has been an honor and a privilege to serve with the men and women of WFR.

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Fireworks can be a fun and festive way to celebrate Independence Day. However, it is important to use them safely to avoid accidents and injuries. If you are unsure about how to use fireworks safely, it is best to leave them to the professionals. There are many public fireworks displays that are safe and enjoyable for everyone! REMEMBER: NEVER HOLD A LIT FIREWORK!

Last year 76 children drowned in Texas alone. Remember, drowning is silent! Here are some tips to avoid drowning in adults and kiddos this summer:
1. Always watch children of any age when they are playing in the water. A child can drown in less than 2 inches of water!
2. Make sure pools are gated and the gates are closed at all times.
3. Avoid drinking alcohol while swimming as this greatly increases your risks for drowning.
4. Take a CPR class! This won't help to avoid drowning, but it can increase the chances of survival.

Today and every day we remember those who gave the ultimate sacrifice.

Summer is just around the corner! With all the outdoor events and cookouts going on, we wanted to share some tips and info about heat exhaustion and heat stroke. We also highly recommend wearing sunscreen when outdoors, drinking plenty of water, and try to limit outdoor activity when the temperature is dangerously high.

Exciting changes in Wylie: This is the last picture of Medic 990! As of April 1st our unit moved to Fire Station 4 and is now known as Medic 144. Same outfit, new home!

When should you call 911? Whenever there is a life threatening emergency! We are there to emergently treat any threat to life or limb. A common misconception the public has is if you call 911 you will be seen faster in the emergency room. Not true! Calling an ambulance to be seen faster will usually result in a long wait in the ER lobby and a large ambulance bill. If you are not sure you need an ambulance call 911! We can help find the right place and way to get you the care you need. When in doubt, call 911!

Any one can perform CPR! Performing chest compressions (CPR) before help arrives can double or even triple a person's chance of survival. Our 911 dispatchers will help walk you through every step while you wait for help to arrive.

Remember: Place two hands in the center of the chest and push hard and fast (at least 100 times a minute).

It's women's history month!
Today we want to go back in time to one of the first female registered paramedics in the United States: Rose Pelzel. She first started her career 1973 and retired in 2021 after nearly 50 years in the field. When Pelzel began her career, she was the only woman in her class and her department. These days, only 20% of paramedics in the US identify as female, and 23% of new paramedic recruits identify as women. What was once considered a "man's job" has become an open career to many people from every walk of life. Thank you, Rose, for paving the way for so many people!

Some nosebleeds can be quite serious. Call 911 if:
The bleeding lasts more than 15-20 minutes
Is excessive or uncontrollable (pouring or "spurting" out in time with your pulse)
You are on blood thinners
The bleeding is a direct result from a blow to the head or face (trauma)

Meet your medic!

Adam Siddall

Adam is another new addition to Paramedics Plus in Wylie but don’t let the new face fool you! He has been in EMS for over 10 years and his dedication to his patients and crew members shows. He also has plans to obtain his Paramedic licensure in the next year. When not at work, Adam can be found enjoying time at home with his wife and fur babies while enjoying video games.

To close out Black History Month, we wanted to say "Thank You!" to the brave men and women who paved the way for modern Emergency Medical Services: Freedom House Ambulance Service

Freedom House Ambulance Service was the first emergency medical service in the United States to be staffed by paramedics with medical training beyond basic first aid. Founded in 1967 to serve the predominantly black Hill District of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the majority of its staff were Black American. (wikipedia)

Paramedic Plus Wylie is pleased to announce the addition of a new administrative position: Logistics/Scheduling Coordinator! If you are interested in this position please see the link below for additional details and the official application. This position will work closely with the Operations Manager to help facilitate the daily operations of a busy 911 system. Come be a part of the Wylie team and help to make a difference in someone's life today!

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Meet Your Medic!
Kaylin Christon

Kaylin is an EMT and has been with Paramedics Plus: Wylie since September of 2022. Kaylin plans to attend Paramedic school in the future and is a dedicated member of our team. She works tirelessly to provide excellent care to her patients and is a beloved member of the Wylie team. On her days away from work you can find Kaylin going on nature hikes and attending any concert she can get tickets to.

In EMS we have another favorite phrase: TIME IS MUSCLE! The longer a heart attack (a blockage in the arteries that supply blood to the heart) goes untreated, the greater the damage to the heart muscle-and increases the chance of death. If you suspect a heart attack, DON'T WAIT! Call 911 immediately. The number one sign of a heart attack, for both men and women, is "crushing" chest pain (the sensation your heart is being squeezed or crushed).

Meet Your Medic!

Kevin Scott
Kevin is one of our senior medics and FTOs (field training officers). He has been in EMS for over 32 years! He also teaches new EMTs and Paramedics at School Of EMS when not in the field. On his days at home you can find him golfing, tinkering with his new TransAm, or spending time with his family and beloved dog: Diva.

Prior to Kate Capehart's promotion to Operations Manager, she served as a Paramedic Field Training Officer for the PPLUS Wylie team. While posting pictures of the amazing awards and recognitions that our team members received, Kate left out the fact that she was awarded the 2022 Patient Care Giver of the Year Award. Simply being respectful to our team and the amazing job they do, she felt it best to leave this out. We think it best to give credit where credit is due. Great job Kate!!!

Wylie Fire Rescue held it's banquet over the weekend and several of our providers brought home awards for their incredible patient care.
A few of the patients who's lives were saved by these incredible medics were able to be present for the event and got to meet the men and women who cared for them while gravely ill. Being able to meet the people who's life you saved is an honor and a privilege we healthcare providers appreciate more than anyone could ever know. Thank you to the patients, families, and Wylie Team that helped make all of this possible. It was an incredible night filled with incredible memories!

Did you know ambulances were first used for emergency transport in 1487 by the Spanish? Civilian variants were put into operation during the 1830s and were commonly seen during the Civil War. On June 4, 1869 the very first hospital-run ambulance in the United States was introduced in New York City and was run by Bellevue Hospital and it's physicians. Today, we see the more modern version on the streets being manned by highly trained personnel like EMTs and Paramedics

Meet Your Medic!
Brian Milstead

Brian is one of our senior medics and FTOs (field training officers) and has been in EMS for 26 years, the last five of which have been with Paramedics Plus in Wylie. Brian is dedicated to training new EMS providers to be highly proficient, compassionate, and caring individuals. When not at work, Brian spends time with his family and bow hunts in The Four Corners Area of New Mexico and Colorado.

We have a saying in emergency medicine: Time Is Brain. When you suspect someone is having a stroke call 911 right away! The sooner we can get the patient to the hospital, the better the chances for survival and recovery. Remember: Be F.A.S.T.

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Meet The Operations Manager:

Kate is the newly appointed Operations Manager of Paramedics Plus: Wylie. Kate started with Paramedics Plus in October of last year and has dedicated her time to growing the Wylie operation, improving clinical standards, and patient care. If you don’t see Kate in the office or in the field, you can find Kate enjoying time at home with her family and crocheting. Kate has several years of experience in EMS and believes in being the best advocate for patients.
“We are often the voice of those who cannot speak for themselves due to illness or injury. It is our duty to advocate for our patients and offer the best care we are capable of delivering.” Kate is dedicated to continuing education and training for all emergency personnel and is fond of the phrase “You learn something new every day!”
“My personal catch phrase,” she says “Is this: If you don’t learn something new every day, you’re doing something wrong.”