International PreHospital Medicine Institute - Europe

08/17/2026

07/06/2026

For your reading pleasure, the July IPHMI Literature Review. Available at https://iphmi.com/ems-articles-of-the-month

06/06/2026

🚑 The International Prehospital Medicine Institute (IPHMI) continues its mission to deliver the most up-to-date, relevant and affordable textbooks and courses for pre-hospital care professionals and educators.

Students and educators are already embracing our latest release:
📘 “IPHMI’s Emergency Medical Technician”

Whether you are a practicing EMT looking for a current reference for continuing education and re-licensure, or an educator seeking high-quality resources for your students, this book is designed for you.

📚 Available now in print and ebook formats on Amazon.

🌍 Translations into French, Spanish, and Portuguese are coming soon.

Explore IPHMI’s books and courses and become part of a growing global community committed to excellence in pre-hospital medicine.

Join us in advancing education. Join us in our mission.

06/05/2026

Prepare to operate in high-risk, unpredictable environments. The International Prehospital Medicine Institute, Casualty Care for Civil Disturbances (CCC-D) Program is essential for professionals who may face civil unrest situations, where rapid decision-making, technical expertise, and adaptability can make the difference between life and death.

𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺, 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽 𝗰𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝘁𝗼:

✔️ Assess and manage a wide range of injuries in chaotic environments.
✔️ Effectively control life-threatening hemorrhage.
✔️ Recognize and manage burns, traumatic injuries, and hazardous agent exposures.
✔️ Understand the risks associated with lasers, gas, smoke, and explosive devices.
✔️ Apply advanced stabilization and risk mitigation techniques.
✔️ Promote the physical and emotional well-being of responders following critical incidents.

📚 Comprehensive curriculum featuring 12 theoretical lessons, covering everything from planning and preparedness to rehabilitation and psychological support:

✔ Lesson 0 – Introduction to CCC-D
✔ Lesson 1 – Planning Considerations
✔ Lesson 2 – Improvised and Disguised Weapons
✔ Lesson 3 – Laser Exposure
✔ Lesson 4 – Explosive Devices: Pyrotechnics and Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs)
✔ Lesson 5 – Burns
✔ Lesson 6 – Fractures and Soft Tissue Injuries
✔ Lesson 7 – Hemorrhage Control
✔ Lesson 8 – Gas and Smoke Exposure
✔ Lesson 9 – Pain Management
✔ Lesson 10 – Dehydration and Rehabilitation
✔ Lesson 11 – Civil Protection Responder Wellness and Emotional Impact

💡 More than education—it is preparation to save lives in extreme and demanding environments.

👉 Be prepared. Make a difference when it matters most.

📩 Registration and eligibility requirements: Contact [email protected]

05/21/2026

05/21/2026

Celebrate EMS Week by joining the McSwain Trauma Education Project tonight at 8 PM Chicago time for a piece of EMS History!

Third Thursday Trauma Talk The 3rd Thursday of each month, MTEP hosts a one-hour presentation by experts in the field of trauma. View Bio April 16th, 2026 Guest: David PecoraTime: 8:00pm CDTTopic: Trauma in Pregnancy REGISTER FOR THIS TALK Past Trauma Talks MTEP's First Trauma Talk from Merry McSwai...

05/20/2026

Join the McSwain Trauma Education Project for our next Third Thursday Trauma Talk featuring a very special presentation honoring one of the true legends in trauma care.

🗓 Thursday, May 21, 2026
⏰ 8:00 PM CDT Guest Speaker: Dr. Jeffrey Salomone
Topic: *The Life and Legacy of Norman E. McSwain, Jr., MD*

Dr. Norman McSwain’s impact on trauma education, emergency medicine, and patient care continues to shape providers around the world. This presentation will reflect on his extraordinary contributions, enduring influence, and the legacy that continues through MTEP’s mission of education and excellence in trauma care.

Whether you are EMS, nursing, physician staff, trauma leadership, or a student entering the field, this is a meaningful opportunity to learn more about the man whose vision transformed trauma education “from the streets to the surgical suites.”

Register and learn more at: https://mcswaintraumaeducation.com/third-thursday-trauma-talks/?fbclid=IwY2xjawR6duZleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETBocnJzTzVpNWU5ckE0dzI1c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHsgzfLOyR2HTtzGu_Hb0zozxKsPUcH3tjTEr2q42meIspo7KBfUhirXgOZ0-_aem_BsAKLn_WMr1qV-StK_e98A

05/05/2026

This is the e-book version of IPHMI's Emergency Medical Technician text including volumes one and two.The EMT is often the first individual in the medical care team to provide emergency medical care and transport for the sick and injured. The care provided by the EMT often makes the difference be...