Disaster Medical Assistance Teams (DMAT) and Disaster Management for Prehospital Providers

• 2023

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The video features Dr. Andre Pakis introducing the discussion on Disaster Response and Mark Churchill, an expert in pre-hospital care, discussing his experience with federal Disaster Response. Churchill covers topics like the National Disaster Medical System, types of deployments, and the structure and capabilities of Disaster Medical Assistance Teams (DMATs). He illustrates DMAT deployments with examples from hurricanes, terrorist attacks, and national security events. The video also touches on logistical challenges, such as setting up field hospitals and coordinating patient evacuations. Additionally, it emphasizes the free medical care provided by DMATs during disaster relief efforts.

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Hazard: Natural Disasters

Audiences: Emergency Managers; EMS Clinicians

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Disaster Planning; Emergency Medical Services; Medical Assistance; Disaster Medicine; Emergencies

Institutions: Mountain Plains Regional Disaster Health Response System (MPRDHRS)

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