Excellent video brother. Welcome to Colorado! I am a Police Officer and SWAT Member and got interested in becoming a tactical medic for my team after I watched your videos. I'm starting EMT School this week!
Bro amazing videos, Im in my 3rd year of high school and i didn’t know what i wanted to do in life but you inspired me to become a paramedic and hopefully a swat medic!! Keep up the great work man.
You could also go to medical school and be an ER doctor. There are fellowships in tactical medicine for ER doctors. Johns Hopkins has one. You could also do anesthesia and work in a trauma hospital. As an anesthesiologist, you'd probably get paid 6 or 7x a paramedic. I respect paramedics. They have a tough job but they don't get paid well at all. You're young and have plenty of time. Whatever you decide to do, make sure you get the good, the bad, and the ugly from someone in the career path you are considering. There is a high rate of burn out in many roles/specialties in healthcare.
@@AJohnson0325 You right about anaesthetists i have a friend who is a specialist and he earns around £200.000 a year working freelance .He also does the air repatriations which is also very well paid
Excellent setup Sir! Thank you for your service! P.S. I would not have that tool (weapon) exposed on your backpack if you're working around enemy forces. Be safe out there.
Sam imagine the future with all the stuff in this video being fitted to the suit .the entire suit is the medic. Think gauntlets think integrated thigh pockets. Even shoulder really just the walking medicine cabinet on you. Our modern society since the last ice age is only 12000years so everything and anything towards the wearable medic suit is useful.the other side to that is the operable vehicle that is also packed with stuff unlike a standard ambulance style it contains operational capacity and is fitted with everything for stabilization purposes. Good video thankyou
When you showed the bag on the website I was thinking to myself that it seemed expensive for a bag. But then when you opened it up I understood why. You get what you pay for
28 npa is always my go to. I always tell any students I have, that a 28 will usually fit about anybody and if your in a hurry not to fiddle with that sizing they get taught in class.
Very excited to see that we carry the exact same medic bag! Makes me feel a lot better about my choice....especially since the expense was out of my own pocket.
Awesome video Sam! I've used my NAR bag for years and agree with you about using clear organizers inside. I switched mine out to LBT/mystery inserts so it's easy to see once the bag is opened in low light situations or if someone else is trying to find something. Keep up the great content and stay safe/healthy!
I’d ditch the weight of that and leave it in the truck where you’ll do all the advanced work. Just something to maybe consider. Still a well organized kit. I just personally would leave advanced airway and most IV stuff in the Vic. Focus on trauma if you’re out with guys, then when the shooting stops and you can actually treat your pt you have that ready waiting for you. Curious for your thoughts?
Organized and to the point. From one medic to another. I like the bag, respect your layout, and like you, I HATE that you cant see through those pouches! Im a big fan of rolls - grab out or pull open and the roll folds out with everything right there in front of the face, no digging or dumping. I agree that its a backup - main go to items staged on the body - and more importantly - on the body of the team members themselves! A big boy can have his own large size Igel in his IFAK or vest so long as we know where it is lol Im also keen on a small wounds kit in there for all the little stuff we encounter constantly on training (bandaids, ointment , moleskin, etc.), and of course everything must be waterproof (mud)and the damn thing must float if dropped overboard. (floatation material as the back padding insert). Just some ideas tossed out there. Great job!
Watched this after your previous bag from a couple years ago, and the update/progress was impressive. Some things you're still not caring that would be nice to have: headlamp, SPO2 monitor, EMMA Capnograph... Cheers.
Hey Sam, I was hoping I could get some career advice from you. I’m a new paramedic at a really progressive agency that uses non-sworn SWAT medics. They aren’t supposed to carry weapons, but I think some do “under the table” regardless. My dream has been SWAT since I was a kid, and I was planning on moving somewhere the SWAT medics are sworn, (Cypress Creek EMS, etc.) so I could actually be an operator on the team; Not just a guy who waits in the truck for the scene to be declared safe. But here’s my issue with moving. My job right now will max me out at $108,000 base salary after seven years with the SWAT and Critical Care. That is unheard of anywhere else, and it’s really tempting to make that kind of money in a low cost of living area like the Midwest. I think Cypress Creek will max at around $75,000, and that seems like a pretty common salary range for Texas. I know you moved from a sworn position in Ames to an unsworn position in Colorado. Does it bother you being unsworn as a SWAT medic? Do you still get to clear rooms and do tactical shooting drills and that kinda stuff? I’ve always wanted to be an entry team member, not a guy waiting in the truck. What would you do if you in my shoes? Thanks man.
@@squidwardtortillini8816 Hello man, at least in Venezuela, having a paramedic attached to the SWAT team is very useful as the healthcare services may not be as close as needed or with the tools required to do specific jobs. Although if the paramedic gets shot down, the other SWAT members may have to solve the problem themselves, at least some are EMT. Check out the SWAT team I met: BAE CICPC
Hi Sam, my name is Jason. Just saw that you are now in Colorado. I am a tactical trainer and Krav Maga associate instructor. Reach out if you ever want to hit the range or the mat. Just subscribed, love your content and skinnymedic's. Keep up the good work.
Big fan. Maybe you already do this, I'll check after I comment, one thing I'd like you to add to your channel is story time. I want to hear actual encounters where you have used this gear to help people. I think people would be very interested and inspired.
For my church I have build 10 comprehensive trauma kits with 5 kits in two separate large backpacks for an congregation of about 60 people. I already have 1 hypothermia foil blanket in each kit with a few extra. Do you think it would be beneficial to add 2 to 4 ready heat blankets to provide additional hypothermia protection. Patients requiring EVAC may be waiting 20 minutes plus depending on the EMS protocol for entering a warm casualty collection point.
Which glucometer do you have missing? Is it a clinical model, suitable (with the lancet pen) for multiple pts. Features such at multi-try for testing when adrenaline is pumping, display for night working, standard cells, won't switch on in the backpack or crack screen when yomping?
Wouldn't a king airway be better for a field environment? I don't have great anecdotal experiences with I-Gels in the field, and I also wasn't getting shot at...
Sorry if I am completely late to the party. You left Iowa? Better opportunities out west? Guess it doesn't matter. Love the content anyways. Stay safe!!
hey sam, Im trying to build a ifak for mountian biking. I honestly have no idea what i to stock it with. my first thought was the solo ifak from nar adding a sam splint, otc meds, and chest seals. But all the addition misc items got me stumped. I've got my cert in fa/cpr so that rules out any of the fun stuff. Cant stab my buddy with an ars needle for fun. jk.
Love the videos @prepmedic! A question for you though. I an currently an EMT and I am planning on attending medic school once things open up again. I would love to keep a bag similar to yours for the sake of preparedness. Where abouts do you get some of your iv equipment? I was under the impression that mag, dipenhydramine, and even saline were controlled substances and not something that you can keep around the house.
A controlled substance and a RX only medication are two different things. I couldnt have these meds if I was operating on my own, they are technically owned by my department but because we all have our own kits and periodically respond in POVs we are permitted to stock some meds.
I am a diabetic, I've had plenty of hypo scenarios, I have never been so combative nor seen a pt so combative and hypoglycemia that SWAT would need to be called. That is absolutely ludicrous. I get pretty combative and I've awakened to PD being on scene but I cannot imagine a scenario where SWAT would ever need to be present for any diabetic I've worked on or myself
Hello Sam, Thx for everything U do ! It is really appreciated even in my country (Belgium) u rule man!! -Which box do u use for your medication? It is really well thought (do u have all Ur adminstration stuff on the other side of the box? -I see u use a NAR bag : why use the NAR 4 and not NAR 5 SAR which would be bigger with more place to fill with med material? I ask u this important question bcs personally I hesitate between these 2 ! Thx for your answer
I'm from Colorado looking to get my tccc training and other combat medic training for civilians. Do you have any recommendations for places in Colorado?
Sure. The medics attached to SWAT teams usually come one of two ways--sourced from local fire/EMS like Sam, or an officer who goes to paramedic school. There are also cool opportunities some places, like here in Arizona, the Department of Public Safety Ranger helicopters are staffed with a paramedic who is also a DPS officer so they can perform rescues as well as law enforcement functions. The opportunities are out there.
Does the Pocket BVM work on pediatric patients as well? I know an inverted BVM would be ok on children, but was hoping for thoughts on pediatric patients.
Imagine if Dallas could get a his hands on one of those
Was just going on a PrepMedic binge, finished a video, went back to click and the next one and saw there was a NEW VIDEO. Oh hell yeah!
Best feeling ever
Say goodbye to your old recommended tab
I NEED A MEDIC BAG!!!!!
-Payday Dallas
[カイザー江ノ島]Kaiser Enoshima ohhhhh I’m DIEING
Ok
Aaaaaaaah
AGHHHHH I NEEED A MEDIC BAG!!
I've finally found what I was looking for!
Excellent video brother. Welcome to Colorado! I am a Police Officer and SWAT Member and got interested in becoming a tactical medic for my team after I watched your videos. I'm starting EMT School this week!
Thank you
How's it going?
Pretty good, got my emt cert in 2020 and attended a tactical medic school in Texas in 2020 as well. I have been a medic for my team since then 👍🏽
From one ems personnel to another. Great videos. Accurate, educational, and eye-opening! Keep at it Sam! 😊
Bro amazing videos, Im in my 3rd year of high school and i didn’t know what i wanted to do in life but you inspired me to become a paramedic and hopefully a swat medic!! Keep up the great work man.
Nice.
You could also go to medical school and be an ER doctor. There are fellowships in tactical medicine for ER doctors. Johns Hopkins has one. You could also do anesthesia and work in a trauma hospital. As an anesthesiologist, you'd probably get paid 6 or 7x a paramedic. I respect paramedics. They have a tough job but they don't get paid well at all. You're young and have plenty of time. Whatever you decide to do, make sure you get the good, the bad, and the ugly from someone in the career path you are considering. There is a high rate of burn out in many roles/specialties in healthcare.
@@AJohnson0325 You right about anaesthetists i have a friend who is a specialist and he earns around £200.000 a year working freelance .He also does the air repatriations which is also very well paid
@@AJohnson0325 This here. Being a paramedic can and will break you physically. It's good to have a plan for when you're not in your 20s or 30s.
Check Air Force's Pararescuemen 😉
Thanks to you I'm now trained as critical injury responder and a medic! Thanks to you and skinnymedic
Holy crap! You got the whole hospital in there!
Excellent setup Sir! Thank you for your service!
P.S. I would not have that tool (weapon) exposed on your backpack if you're working around enemy forces. Be safe out there.
Your nerdy skinny medic friend sent me here for great medic content and he was wasn't wrong. Good friend! Great content, Subbed and liked!
Sam imagine the future with all the stuff in this video being fitted to the suit .the entire suit is the medic. Think gauntlets think integrated thigh pockets. Even shoulder really just the walking medicine cabinet on you. Our modern society since the last ice age is only 12000years so everything and anything towards the wearable medic suit is useful.the other side to that is the operable vehicle that is also packed with stuff unlike a standard ambulance style it contains operational capacity and is fitted with everything for stabilization purposes.
Good video thankyou
I used this video to help organize our lifeguard go bag the bosses of our team really liked this idea.
Eagerly waiting for this ever since you posted your story about uploading it!
Mervin Leo sane!
When you showed the bag on the website I was thinking to myself that it seemed expensive for a bag. But then when you opened it up I understood why. You get what you pay for
could you make a video on all the different types of schooling/education you had?
28 npa is always my go to. I always tell any students I have, that a 28 will usually fit about anybody and if your in a hurry not to fiddle with that sizing they get taught in class.
Lol kinda like c collars. Everyone is a no neck.
PrepMedic exactly
Very excited to see that we carry the exact same medic bag! Makes me feel a lot better about my choice....especially since the expense was out of my own pocket.
That's a lot... I need to get to studying. Thank You for the insight... and caring. Stay Safe and well.
Awesome video Sam! I've used my NAR bag for years and agree with you about using clear organizers inside. I switched mine out to LBT/mystery inserts so it's easy to see once the bag is opened in low light situations or if someone else is trying to find something. Keep up the great content and stay safe/healthy!
I’d ditch the weight of that and leave it in the truck where you’ll do all the advanced work. Just something to maybe consider. Still a well organized kit. I just personally would leave advanced airway and most IV stuff in the Vic. Focus on trauma if you’re out with guys, then when the shooting stops and you can actually treat your pt you have that ready waiting for you. Curious for your thoughts?
Organized and to the point. From one medic to another. I like the bag, respect your layout, and like you, I HATE that you cant see through those pouches! Im a big fan of rolls - grab out or pull open and the roll folds out with everything right there in front of the face, no digging or dumping. I agree that its a backup - main go to items staged on the body - and more importantly - on the body of the team members themselves! A big boy can have his own large size Igel in his IFAK or vest so long as we know where it is lol Im also keen on a small wounds kit in there for all the little stuff we encounter constantly on training (bandaids, ointment , moleskin, etc.), and of course everything must be waterproof (mud)and the damn thing must float if dropped overboard. (floatation material as the back padding insert). Just some ideas tossed out there. Great job!
You saying „hypothermia kills in trauma“ sounded a bit like „I can‘t believe I still need to educate people on that“ 😁🙈
Yeah ikr....
I need to tell you a medical fact
Bloodloss is often caused by bleeding.......
LAGarn then something every day
@@mrsjfkjr yup
Okay but people panic when giving first aid so this is the correct time to say things that seem obvious.
Hey Sam, any shot you could discuss a WROL/ prolonged field care (like a month) kit and considerations? I love the perspective you bring to the table.
When dealing with pediatrics. I have seen a Sam splint used as an makeshift ivy board.
Awesome tool and kit
Dallas likes this
Came over from Skinnymedics channel. I totally agree of his opinions of you...now I'm a new subscriber of yours.
AHHHHHHH I NEEED A MEDIC BAG
beat me to it by a whole week
*AAAGH*
*IMDYING*
MEDIC BAG (INTENSE EARRAPE)
Got my EMT certification back in January. Working towards AEMT right now.
I. Was watching the stop the bleed video hardcore prep medic fan
Watched this after your previous bag from a couple years ago, and the update/progress was impressive. Some things you're still not caring that would be nice to have: headlamp, SPO2 monitor, EMMA Capnograph... Cheers.
El mejor video de este tipo que he visto. El material fantástico, y también el probador se nota que sabe cómo utilizarlo que es lo más importante.
Sam well done! Keep it up bro! Oohraah!!!
Sam, have you ever heard about the Airtraq? Give it a look. You might love it to replace the laryngoscopes. Would send you one, but I am in Germany.
Hold on. Did he say they sometimes call SWAT for a combative pt?
AHHHH I NEED A MEDIC BAAG
Dallas the payday gang
Hey Sam, I was hoping I could get some career advice from you.
I’m a new paramedic at a really progressive agency that uses non-sworn SWAT medics. They aren’t supposed to carry weapons, but I think some do “under the table” regardless. My dream has been SWAT since I was a kid, and I was planning on moving somewhere the SWAT medics are sworn, (Cypress Creek EMS, etc.) so I could actually be an operator on the team; Not just a guy who waits in the truck for the scene to be declared safe.
But here’s my issue with moving.
My job right now will max me out at $108,000 base salary after seven years with the SWAT and Critical Care. That is unheard of anywhere else, and it’s really tempting to make that kind of money in a low cost of living area like the Midwest. I think Cypress Creek will max at around $75,000, and that seems like a pretty common salary range for Texas.
I know you moved from a sworn position in Ames to an unsworn position in Colorado. Does it bother you being unsworn as a SWAT medic? Do you still get to clear rooms and do tactical shooting drills and that kinda stuff? I’ve always wanted to be an entry team member, not a guy waiting in the truck. What would you do if you in my shoes? Thanks man.
Where tf in the Midwest is that pay available
Alex Abel
Not gonna give away my exact location, but Missouri.
@@squidwardtortillini8816 Hello man, at least in Venezuela, having a paramedic attached to the SWAT team is very useful as the healthcare services may not be as close as needed or with the tools required to do specific jobs.
Although if the paramedic gets shot down, the other SWAT members may have to solve the problem themselves, at least some are EMT.
Check out the SWAT team I met: BAE CICPC
AHHHHHHHHHH I NEED A MEDIC BAG!! IM DYING! SOMEONE DROP A MEDIC BAG!
Hi Sam, my name is Jason. Just saw that you are now in Colorado. I am a tactical trainer and Krav Maga associate instructor. Reach out if you ever want to hit the range or the mat. Just subscribed, love your content and skinnymedic's. Keep up the good work.
Thanks a LOT for that video!
I was about to ask you for a video and then you told me on IG you‘d do one - so here I am - thanks!!
Do you respond to swat calls when on duty at the ambulance?
Hi, does the pocket BVM fits with the I-gel diameter? I guess it does, but I was just looking for a confirmation. Thanks a lot.
Keep it up.
Yes. All of those airways have a universal connection
PrepMedic thanks a lot for the quick response, i enjoy a lot your channel, also my duty coworkers.
Barcelona City Fire Department, firefighter/EMt-P.
Can’t wait for the med mags
Fantastic video as always
Big fan. Maybe you already do this, I'll check after I comment, one thing I'd like you to add to your channel is story time. I want to hear actual encounters where you have used this gear to help people. I think people would be very interested and inspired.
For my church I have build 10 comprehensive trauma kits with 5 kits in two separate large backpacks for an congregation of about 60 people. I already have 1 hypothermia foil blanket in each kit with a few extra. Do you think it would be beneficial to add 2 to 4 ready heat blankets to provide additional hypothermia protection. Patients requiring EVAC may be waiting 20 minutes plus depending on the EMS protocol for entering a warm casualty collection point.
This is such a sweet pack!
"So Sam, where's the O2 tank?" haha j/k
Awesome kit, thanks for sharing
Aaaahhhh i need a medic bag !
Which glucometer do you have missing? Is it a clinical model, suitable (with the lancet pen) for multiple pts. Features such at multi-try for testing when adrenaline is pumping, display for night working, standard cells, won't switch on in the backpack or crack screen when yomping?
Could you do a video on the MARCH algorithm and the procedures at each stage?
This was already probably asked, but can you go over your CURRENT vest setup you wear for SORT deployments please?
Any chance have a idea when you might be doing some more first aid videos
Yeah… I have tons of first aid videos up. Just did a baby CPR one not to long ago
What pulse ox do you normally use on that kit?
Erik Johnson I know a lot of EMS use Nonin pulse ox. With trauma the main concern with his kit I wonder if an ear lobe clip is a good idea?
Great video Sam! Keep it up!
Thank you.
Lock at the Company tasmanian tiger they have also cool medical Bags and packs
Where do you get your patches? Such as the "paramedic" and "SORT", and the patches you use to label the different organizers in your packs?
Can you do a review on your new medications bag?
Very good video, Greetings from Mexico
Wouldn't a king airway be better for a field environment? I don't have great anecdotal experiences with I-Gels in the field, and I also wasn't getting shot at...
Aye back at it.
Greetings from Michoacán México
Sorry if I am completely late to the party. You left Iowa? Better opportunities out west? Guess it doesn't matter. Love the content anyways. Stay safe!!
Nice presentation.
What finger pulse oximeter do you use?
Danke!
Juat what i needed before i gotta move snow brrrrrrr.
hey sam, Im trying to build a ifak for mountian biking. I honestly have no idea what i to stock it with. my first thought was the solo ifak from nar adding a sam splint, otc meds, and chest seals. But all the addition misc items got me stumped. I've got my cert in fa/cpr so that rules out any of the fun stuff. Cant stab my buddy with an ars needle for fun. jk.
Is that a Plano fly fishing case or another brand? I like the dual sides.
Nice kit
Love the videos @prepmedic! A question for you though. I an currently an EMT and I am planning on attending medic school once things open up again. I would love to keep a bag similar to yours for the sake of preparedness. Where abouts do you get some of your iv equipment? I was under the impression that mag, dipenhydramine, and even saline were controlled substances and not something that you can keep around the house.
A controlled substance and a RX only medication are two different things. I couldnt have these meds if I was operating on my own, they are technically owned by my department but because we all have our own kits and periodically respond in POVs we are permitted to stock some meds.
PrepMedic That makes perfect sense, thank you Sam! Stay safe out there.
I am a diabetic, I've had plenty of hypo scenarios, I have never been so combative nor seen a pt so combative and hypoglycemia that SWAT would need to be called. That is absolutely ludicrous. I get pretty combative and I've awakened to PD being on scene but I cannot imagine a scenario where SWAT would ever need to be present for any diabetic I've worked on or myself
IM DIEING I NEED A MEDIC BAG
*-Dallas*
Do you plan on doing another live stream in the future?
Respect!!!
Skinny medic got me here ! 👍
What brand pulse oximeter do you like?
any plans on reviewing HSGI's reflex IFAK system?
What’s that small drug box called and where did you get it ?
Hello Sam,
Thx for everything U do ! It is really appreciated even in my country (Belgium) u rule man!!
-Which box do u use for your medication? It is really well thought (do u have all Ur adminstration stuff on the other side of the box?
-I see u use a NAR bag : why use the NAR 4 and not NAR 5 SAR which would be bigger with more place to fill with med material? I ask u this important question bcs personally I hesitate between these 2 !
Thx for your answer
Skinny Medic sent me.
I'm from Colorado looking to get my tccc training and other combat medic training for civilians. Do you have any recommendations for places in Colorado?
Any advice for preppers trying to build a somewhat comprehensive medical stockpile for SHTF, WROL, TEOTWAWKI?
What kind of case is that you are using for your meds?
Did the fabric labels come with the bag or pouches? Or can you buy those separately?
Came with.
Is there a tactical/trauma use for tegaderm film dressing????
To keep IVs clean, maybe as a small occlusive, cover sutures.... that’s about it.
Where can you get a kit of those non-regulated drugs? Or do you have to hunt them all down individually
You need a physician who acts as your medical control and authorizes their use. With that you also need a pharmacy agreement.
@@PrepMedic so they are regulated non-regulated?
Cool video! What’s your licensure and certs out of curiosity?
Paramedic, PHTLS I, ACLS I, PALS I, AMLS I, BLS I, TECC, TCCC, Firefighter I & II, Hazmat Ops, and various other course credentials
If you don't mind could you tell me why you like the hyfin chest seals instead of the Halo chest?
Is it possible to be a cop and a medic
I believe he does exactly that with a SWAT team
@@abdallahmanasrah2317 Thx for the info
Check out his earlier vids. He was a firefighter, paramedic and SWAT officer all at the same time before he moved to Colorado.
Yes. I work with one
Sure. The medics attached to SWAT teams usually come one of two ways--sourced from local fire/EMS like Sam, or an officer who goes to paramedic school. There are also cool opportunities some places, like here in Arizona, the Department of Public Safety Ranger helicopters are staffed with a paramedic who is also a DPS officer so they can perform rescues as well as law enforcement functions. The opportunities are out there.
your video quality has definitely improved over the years, love the channel man.
Does the Pocket BVM work on pediatric patients as well? I know an inverted BVM would be ok on children, but was hoping for thoughts on pediatric patients.
BIG TNX FOR GOOOOD VIDEO )))
Hey Sam!
Should I use expired hemostatic pads??
what oximeter do you use? Haven't had good luck finding one that I like
Hi, sorry to be a pain, what Oximeter did you say you use please?
Do you have anything for burns? Like Burntec? I do not see it. Is there any reason for that?
Hi, I’m curious to know the model of drug box you’re using?