Ensure patient care and safety by managing significant supply/demand.

Continuous development and improvement of emergency medical services systems

Importance of EMS physician's involvement

Out-of-hospital emergency service vehicles should be subject to local EMS system physician medical direction

All aspects of the organization and provision of basic and advanced life support EMS require the active involvement and participation of physicians

Optimal care of patients served by EMS must not be limited by military installation boundaries

Out-of-hospital 12-lead ECG may facilitate early identification of patients with acute coronary syndromes

PPE from chemical, biological, and radiological elements (CBRE) is a critical component of emergency preparedness

Role of the physician medical director of an EMD program

Support of EMS education programs, including initial and continuing education programs

Medical liability insurance policies for emergency physicians should fully cover their duties

CPR training for the lay public

Develop medically directed protocols regarding patients who are assessed in the out-of-hospital setting and subsequently refuse medical treatment and/or transport

Dedicated and qualified medical direction is required to ensure safe and quality patient care

Supports for the National Disaster Medical System (NDMS)