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How an EMS medical director prepared for the pandemic

Our co-hosts speak with Dr. Peter Antevy, an EMS medical director for several fire and EMS departments in Florida, about how he prepared his systems for COVID-19

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On today’s podcast, co-hosts Chris Cebollero and Kelly Grayson speak with Dr. Peter Antevy, who serves as the EMS medical director for Davie Fire-Rescue, Coral Springs Fire Department, Southwest Ranches Fire Rescue and American Ambulance in Florida.

During the show, Dr. Antevy outlines how he prepared his EMS systems to respond to COVID-19 patients, as well as how he utilized social media to keep his workforce informed, and how they are dealing with the PPE shortage. The doctor also discusses the pathophysiology of the virus and how he developed special protocols to treat the symptoms.

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