In this episode of the Erik and Matt Show (EMS) Join Dr. Erik Axene and Firefighter/Paramedic Matt Ball as they dive into the essential skills and knowledge every EMS provider needs when caring for pediatric patients. In this episode, you’ll ge...

In this episode of the Erik and Matt Show (EMS), we dive into a groundbreaking article from August 2025 that questions the effectiveness of cervical collars. Analyzing data from nearly 4,000 studies, the article finds no evidence that cervical ...

In this episode of the Erik and Matt Show (EMS), we dive into the unique challenges of caring for obese patients, a growing population, particularly in the U.S. We explore the complexities of treatment, proper medication dosing, and ensuring pr...

In this insightful episode of the Erik and Matt Show (EMS), hosts Erik and Matt explore the complexities of providing exceptional care for patients with special needs. From overcoming barriers like hearing or vision impairments to addressing ph...

In this episode of the Erik and Matt Show (EMS) we discuss the age old issue of when we should stay and play or load and go. The days of "give them a dose of diesel" are fading. We need to be doing what's best for our patients.This is a ...