Mike Touchstone, Prehospital Professional Development

Prehospital Professional Development by Mike Touchstone

Mike Touchstone is the fire/paramedic services chief in charge of EMS training at the Philadelphia Fire Academy and director of the Philadelphia Fire Department EMS Training Institute. One of his primary responsibilities is overseeing EMS instructor development. Mike has over 25 years experience in EMS and over 10 years as an instructor. He is also a contract instructor at the National Fire Academy and is a regular presenter at state and regional EMS conferences. Mike received his bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences; EMS Management from George Washington University. To contact him, email michael.touchstone@phila.gov.