Recent content by MattMedic

Should be interesting how this turns out. http://www.newsok.com/tulsa-firefighters-under-investigation-for-training-irregularities/article/3339251?custom_click=headlines_widget

Very nice place to live, but also very expensive (housing). I see your from Florida so it might not seem so bad. Anyway, I would try to find a roommate, second job, or both. I have never lived there, just talked to many who have and this has been the overall consensus.

Are you acting in the best interest of your patient by following your own moral blueprint? If not, then find another career. My job is to alleviate the pain and suffering of my patient, regardless of their circumstances. Dirtbags; scumbags; a-holes; white-trash; drug addicts; chronic back...

I've seen several patients killed by improperly trained "firefighter medics." Look, I'm sorry about your friends dying in a flashover. If it was due to improper, or lack thereof, training then someone should be held accountable. Do you know how many patients are suffering and dying due to...

There is a degree of training involved in fighting fires, just not the extent that it's made out to be. I speaking from experience not out my ***. When you compare fire science, pump theory, use of a ladder to medicine there is absolutely no comparison. I've seen volunteer fire departments...

"My goal is Firefighter Medic" This is an oxymoron, please don't ever associate us insignificant mortals with the gods of fire. In my opinion it comes down to one thing. If you want to be a fireman who justifies taking taxpayer dollars by pretending to treat the sick and injured then be a...

You have the right mind-set. You should be concerned, there is much to learn about EMS. Once you think you have reached a point where you can't learn anymore it's time to get out. I know this sounds cliche, but it's very true. You need to embrace this feeling your having and do everything...