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Zach Davies

3 years

There's a lot of shit stuff going on at the moment... Here's some pictures of my best mate to try to make you smile for a minute (His insta is billythelabradude if you need more) #PositiveVibes #GoodBoy

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

Patients and staff aren't the only peiple suffering from the current state of the NHS. Student paramedics are becoming increasingly concerned about their poor and limited experience on placements due to the demand/hospital queues/ramping. Here's my take on it, a short 🧵...

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

1 year

*warning - self hi-five post* It's officially a thing! 1 SOP 3 PGDs About 8 months of graft It's not often I post about me - but I'm super proud to have written the ABD guidelines for my service! #criticalcare #prehospital #paramedic #serviceimprovement

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

Today I received an email advising that after the recent course, I have completed my instructor candidacy and have l acheived full ATACC Faculty #Inspired #Empowered 1/?

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

3 years

After an incredible, challenging, hyper-educational and frankly exhausting 3 days I am extraordinarily proud, and still in absolute shock, to say that I have passed the ATACC course and been invited back as an @ATACCFaculty Instructor Candidate #ATACC #paramedic #thankyou

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

3 years

My first #ATACC course completed as an Instructor Candidate. What an incredible environment in which to teach (and learn!) They are an incredible group full of rockstars from every aspect of medicine Thanks for having me @ATACCFaculty i can't wait for the next course #Empowered

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

#StudentParamedics going on their first placement are both excited and nervous. Preparing for your shifts is daunting, especially with so much out there about "what to take". Thanks to inspiration from @NatalieLeck1 here's my take on how to prepare for first shifts

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

1 year

What a great weekend! Taught alongside some of the best clinicians in the world on some of the most high fidelity simulation available! Always come away feeling #Empowered and #Inspired by the faculty and candidates alike #ATACC #RoadsideToCriticalCare

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

3 years

I've had a bit of time to reflect and would like to share my thoughts on the ATACC course (without spoilers); a thread.

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

What a weekend! ATACC Sept has come to a close and what a weekend it's been. It's such a privilege getting to teach with and learn from some of the most inspirational and dedicated clinicians in the world! A small thread of pics

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

When workload > available time 😲😭😭

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

Everything we do is practice for something greater than where we currently are. Practice only makes for improvement – Les Brown Working with @WYFRS at a simulated RTC designed to practice and improve our interagency working. #Paramedic #CriticalCare #Interoperability #TeamYAS

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

3 years

I'm feeling incredibly grateful to all of my friends, family, colleagues and others who have helped me on the way to where I am now. Good news is the best news! You're all awesome! #careerprogression #paramedic #criticalcare

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

1 year

@georgebellstarr Reported for offensive content

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

Midwives of #MedTwitter How do i rebuild a relationship between an area in an ambulance service and a maternity/dept? I've had a pretty average experience today and been told that's the norm here and I'm not cool with that Any ideas anyone? #paramedic #notamidwife #helpme

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

@DrRJWebb Please have a chat to JRCALC and AACE In-hospital paediatric pain management isn't great, prehospitally it's often non-existent, which is horrific and not good enough.. We need more options that don't require IV access, in both adult and paediatric management. #Paramedic

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

I've learnt a huge amount from the mistakes I've made... So I've decided to make more mistakes to learn even more! 😂

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

3 years

Not normally a guy to social media a play-by-play But faar out! ATACC day 2 has been incredible Such a great atmosphere of clinicians all striving to learn provide the best care in the worst environments Great learning Heaps to reflect upon #ATACC #paramedic #PHEM #education

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

Was very lucky to win the @TheMedicsLodge comp and get these awesome cards! Thanks heaps guys! They'll definitely be in my pocket next shift! If you're looking for some great kit or training - hit up @TheMedicsLodge #paramedic #EMT #ECA #goodkitsaveslives

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

1 year

Just finished a fantastic 2-day course on Palliative and End of Life care with thanks to Bev from @CHCPHull Urgent Care and Critical Care Paramedics learning and working together to provide the best care for our patients across #Yorkshire #Paramedic #EoLC #GoodCourse

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

@Sheworegreen @mhnparamedic Lil thread -Look after your crewmates and they'll look after you -Even if its 2am and you think it's bullshit, treat patients how you'd want your family to be treated -If in doubt, ask for help or call for advice -Write down handovers/Pre-alerts before you need to say them

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

If you're struggling with a New Years resolution - here's some suggestions -drink more water -go on lots of walks to stay fit -sleep lots -love unconditionally -make time for fun and treats -if in doubt, shake it off Okay fine, these are from Billy #GoodBoysOfTwitter

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

I've never received anal, but I've just put a full tank of fuel in my car so I guess I'm getting used to be absolutely shafted....

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

Just finished my second nightshift of a run, slept like shit yesterday and feel knackered. Get into bed and now im wide awake... what the hell is that about?! #MedTwitter #ParamedicLife

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

HEI's must take on (at least some) of the burden caused by this. One way is to use high fidelity simulated training. Live actors with moulage and a detailed brief This doesn't have to cost a fortune... drama depts have access to all this. Just ask @ATACCGroup - it works!

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

What an incred weekend. If you haven't been on #ATACC . Get it booked! #BlackTeam #ATACC #GreatEducation #ExperienceATACC

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

For anyone struggling with how hard healthcare is right now, i strongly advise a dog walk #billythebestboy #dogsarebetterthanpeople #billythelabradude

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

@DrDavidRouse Every HCP should be paid more 🤷‍♂️

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

A few weeks ago, I got the pleasure of helping teach an airway management refresher station to a Mountain Rescue team What a fantastic bunch of vollies, and a great place to do training #WestYorkshire #Paramedic #MRT #MountainRescue #SearchAndRescue

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

1 year

Pupdate - Billy is still the best boy #GoodBoysOfTwitter #Billythelabradude #labradudelife

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

It would have been nice to see more than a vague one page statement on #AmbulanceStrikes from @ParamedicsUK . At this point, I'm not entirely sure what my fees pay for, especially with the recent fee increase. #ParamedicsUK #Paramedic #IndustrialAction #GMB #WhatAmIPayingFor

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

1 year

Just listened to @expensivecare sharing some experience on #Shock on the @AmbulanceVic podcast Clinical Conversations Great educational podcast! Great to see an ambulance med director so passionate about pushing paramedicine forwards! #paramedic #areyouhiring #prehospcritcare

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

3 years

Day one of the ATACC course over! Let me tell ya, what a day! It's only going to get more intense! But for now, it's beer oclock #atacc #paramedic #PHEM #Empowerment

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

@EM_RESUS Lil Dead

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

3 years

What does #MedTwitter think about prehospital sedation for acute behavioural disorder (ABD) or violent patients? Specifically which pharmacology you would/could/should use? (obviously there are numerous steps before getting to this stage - i'm not talking about those) @S__Yates

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

1 year

Definitely-not-last-minute assignment writing 1/3 of the way through = lunch time Diamonds are formed under pressure 😂😂 #advancingpractice #essay #MSc #beeroclock #getthisfinished

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

Spending the weekend here, taking care of some of the most varied and interesting people this world has to offer #IfYouKnowYouKnow #HerdEmUp

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

What a fantastic experience helping with the @DipRTM at the @RCSEd . The faculty are a fantastic bunch of brilliant clinicians dedicated to providing the best care for patients in every setting. Thanks for the invite @hut_lucy ! #paramedic #retrieval #transfer #prehospital

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

Another way HEIs can help is by increasing students exposure to real life situations. Leeds med school set up a CFR scheme for their students. - why don't more paramedic courses?! Exposure to limited cases with some extra training (and helping the NHS at the same time)

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

1 year

@helloimnicholas Thanks @helloimnicholas . It was a mountain of work but now its all done and most of the Critical Care team have been trained in its use! YAS SPCCs are now able to provide a high level of care to these complex and critically unwell patients - so it's been worth all the work!

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

1 year

Help! Why does @JRCALCPlus @JRCALCguidance suggest GTN first for #AcuteHeartFailure but @NICEComms says do not routinely offer nitrates?! What am i missing?! @AACE_org

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

Another way HEIs can help is by increasing the use of case studies (and i dont mean more essays!) Case-based discussion is a fantastic way to create simulated exposure to conditions for essentially no cost, and in the right setting with the right leaders - could be an asset

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Zach Davies

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2 years

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

3 years

New release from Public Health England: It's not Omicron unless it comes from the Omicrônne region in France, otherwise it's just sparkling COVID

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

4 years

Thanks @TraumaCareUK for the first 3 issues of vol.22 Trauma journal. Looking forward to getting up to date with the evidence surrounding trauma #paramedic #cpd #traumacare

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

Being able to hang out and teach with and learn from the @ATACCFaculty has been incredible. I always come away from #ATACC feeling inspired, motivated and a better clinician because of these people

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

@Jimmmmy1607 @Glos_SWASFT @swasFT @ParamedicsUK @UWEPara Life is too short to drink shit coffee

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

I don't think this needs a caption

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

3 years

Super excited for the @ATACC course tomorrow! #paramedic #criticalcare #ATACC #prehospitalcare #learning

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

11 months

@KHoulgate Erm, I'd like a 6 figure salary 😂😂😂

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

For anyone interested in #thelifeofbilly #billythelabradude , here he is keeping cool through the #heatwave #DogsOnTwitter #billythelabradude #dogsarefamily #HotDog

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

2. Giving students a bit more space. We're all guilty of sometimes stepping in too soon when students are having a crack at a case. Clearly necessary at times, but if time and circumstance allow - don't say/do anything until the student asks for it (or gives you the look!)

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

3 years

@Alicee_wrightt The mother delivered the baby, you just helped... #withwoman #bba #ambulancebaby But well done and congrats🥳🥳

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

Yes @swasFT @HARTSWASFT amazing job! Congratulations! Im sure an unbelievable amount of hard work went into this!

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@HARTSWASFT

2 years

We are excited to launch the HART PLASMa project… Pre-hospital Lyoplas Administration for patients Suffering MAjor Hemorrhage. A UK first for HART paramedics delivering blood products in #trauma . More to come over the next few months. @swasFT #UKHART #BloodProducts

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

1. Case-based discussion - what would you/we have done on this job if X had been different or Y had happened? Why would we do that? The other week i went to this job.... step-by-step it, allowing the student to ask questions gain an insight into the case and the management etc

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

@timricketts_ That's not true! GP partners work 6 hours days, 2 days a week and get paid £15million a year! Trust me, i saw it in The Sun

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

3 years

8/ This was easily the best course I've ever been on. If you're thinking about it just do it! You'll learn heaps, make new friends, and be able to learn and develop skills in ways you never thought possible Thank you @ATACCFaculty #ATACC #PHEM #EM #roadsidetocriticalcare

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

1 year

@TheLeeMcLaren 100%! Only thing i would add is before the handover - confirm if there are any immediate life threats that need managing immediately If not - "No immediate concerns - let's transfer and then hand over" Catches attention before you even begin and lets them know youre in control

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

Attended the West Midlands Emergency Surgical Skills course today and i couldn't recommend it more highly! Great sessions and learning from hugely knowledgeable, experienced and credible clinicians. #whataday #greatcourse #PHEM #surgicalskills #paramedic

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

5. Recognise the difficulty they're having (be kind) Sure, work is hard at the moment. Its physically and emotionally draining - it's also really hard for the students that are literally paying to be there. it wasn't like this when i was a student, it must be awful

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

3. Keep in contact These are crappy times for us all, and sometimes talking about work is the last thing you wanna do - but if you go to an interesting job when student isnt there - tell them about it! Use it as a case-discussion/send them ECGs etc (Clearly w/ consent all round)

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

Sitting down with a beer to reflect on a fantastic governance day. Having the opportunity to learn from and share knowledge and experience with peers is such a privilege! #CriticalCareParamedic #PeerLearning #PrehospitalCare #GreatDay

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

Firstly, mentoring #BlackTeam was an absolute pleasure. A fantastic group of clinicians who gelled together well and tackled everything head on and gained praise from across the @ATACCFaculty

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

4. Give them a break This may seem counter-intuitive and I don't mean that students shouldnt attend- I mean a break from the monotony of standing in the corridor Allow them the chance to sit in the cab at a prolonged queue, maybe to do some revision or just chill and decompress

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

4 years

Hey #MedTwitter , I'm a UK registered paramedic looking at getting into critical care. Can any ACCP's who wouldn't mind me asking some questions please shout out? Thanks in advance! #ACCP #ACP #QandA #CareerProgression

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

3 years

7/ i can honestly come away from this course and say it has made me a better clinician. I feel #Empowered to go out and perform better than I ever have. It's incredible to be in a room of people dedicated to providing the best care for patients, from the roadside to critical care

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

@timricketts_ This is my second biggest pet peeve in the NHS. "Ask the Band 3" What. The. Fuck. They have a clinical grade, and a name. (1st biggest pet peeve is people who call a BGL a 'BM')

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

@alannahtuffin01 It's called strong black coffee 😂😂 Im on my third

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

@hayleymagill I have very little knowledge of what drives women to do things (obvs) But i can say me, and all of the guys i know don't expect anything from a woman. Her being happy about herself is what it's all about, whether she wants botox/fillers or not! #LetHerDoHer #WomanAreAwesome

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

@thebonesurge0n I don't think thats entirely accurate. As "another HCP on twitter" I've seen very minimal of that, and much more so of HCPs supporting doctors for better pay (myself included) I have seen lots of physicians putting down other HCPs though.. Lets just all be kind and supportive

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

Plus i got to play firefighter!

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

@wesstreeting What evidence base are you using to make these accusations of "late diagnoses" and your ideas of putting "these services" (very vague) into primary care wojld "create better outcomes and better value for taxpayer"?

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

Importantly - I'm not saying every student paramedic should become a CFR or that they should have time to volunteer, but having it available as an option could really help those who do have time etc.

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

Firstly, the problem is huge and multifactorial. Clearly, the NHS is broken and drastically (and rapidly) needs fixing. The suggestion i make here are not for that, but for educators to better help students in these incredibly troubling and challenging times...

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

3 years

Early start and an early breakfast ready for #EPALS course from @ResusCouncilUK at @HaltonCCG Looking forward to an interesting and informative day. #paramedic #CPD #neverstoplearning #paediatricadvancedlifesupport #prehospitalcriticalcare

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

Clearly, there are more things than this to help - I'm just one guy. I hope this has helped at least 1person or at least promotes some discussion Students - if there is anything else you can think that would help - please say! Mentors and HEIs - what do you folk think?

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

Debriefing is such an important part of learning and is at the heart of what we do at #ATACC . Providing candidates with an opportunity to reflect individually and as a group and highlight learnings points for them with constructive ways to improve performance

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

This country is broken. How can we be acting all normal when we're setting up "warm zones" for people to go to so they don't have to put their heating on. @HMGNorth what are we actually doing?! #GovernmentIsBroken #Corruption #recession #NewGreatDepression #DontVoteTory

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

1 year

@timricketts_ @Dr_BellaR Couldn't we just train/allow non-doctors on USS cannulation to free up doctors to do doctory things?

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

3 years

As a prehospitalist, paeds are something I rarely see, and something I am so keen to improve my knowledge base on. I subscribe to #bubbleup newsletter to keep me in the know @TessaRDavis - thank you, ya bloody rockstar! via @revue

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

He looks how I feel #tired #beforenightshift #sleepyboy

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

4 years

"Are my intentions honourable?" A question all clinicians should repeatedly ask themselves Thanks #deltaseven . You continue to inspire and create better clinicians and care

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

1 year

@NAHEIHCIR Woaaah! Calm down! Using logic and (relatively cheap) technology to save time, money and prevent human error?! In the ambulance service?! Dont be ridiculous!

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

3 years

6/ the lectures were given by specialists in their areas and used, referred to and referenced tonnes kf current and seminal evidence, with some critical appraisal. I've never been to a course that utilised so much evidence in their lectures... ever.

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

Try to not join in on the mess room chat about how shit things are/patients are. It's easy to feel you have to join in to fit in but no one bothers if you don't, and it will make you look good and keep your head in the positive when things aren't great if you don't

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

I can't wait for the next course, to stand alongside my peers and #Empower colleagues from around the world to save lives! I couldn't recommend a course more highly - come and experience ATACC! #ATACC #Faculty #Grateful #PHEM #Paramedic #Beeroclock #whatacourse

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

Paramedic mentors also have a responsibility to help (like it or not). Although on the road it is debilitating, there does need to be a bit of a consideration to the student in all this. Sitting on a corridor isn't conducive to a good NQP. Here's a few things mentors can do...

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

@Junaid_APP @Ldn_Ambulance @MetroNaps Fantastic addition to EOC. What about road staff?

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

I have spent the last 3 days with some of the most inspirational medics, who are dedicated to pushing their care to the limits of possible. This group of people come from a wide array of backgrounds including anaesthesia, ICM, EM, fire/rescue, police and PHEM

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

First and foremost - wear your epaulettes with pride, introduce yourself to everyone as a first year student. This will not only allow good CRM on big jobs, but also allow clinicians to push your forward into experience you may not get otherwise

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

#BlackTeam absolutely smashed it in some very difficult environments, working together to provide meaningful interventions and push momentum forwards in difficult environments

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

1 year

@vardon91 I'm not a physician - never really wanted to be a physician because i thought that was for rich kids (which i am not) I wholeheartedly agree physicians need a payrise. But I don't think they are the only group in HC who need a payrise.

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

Watching candidates being pushed to their limit and supporting them to overcome seemingly impossible tasks is just extraordinary.

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

Ask questions - Believe me if you've thought it, no matter how stupid you think it is, it's been asked before. Probably by me! Listen actively - don't just sit there and watch, actively listen and pay attention to the details.

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

After watching a tonne of crime dramas, it really worries me that I live alone and I'll be knackered if i ever need an alibi 😂

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

3 years

5/ the level of the course means that you're constantly out of your comfort zone and actually able to step outside your scope with support from your teammates, which provides an additional layer of learning and educational points to bring into your practice

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

3 years

4/ the multidisciplinary faculty were absolutely incredible. My team mentor was so positive and caring. The faculty on every station were supportive and provided some really constructive feedback to help build you. Not to mention the incredibly high calibre of the faculty

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

@B_BanaszakMD *healthcare staff I don't think one can suggest a single specialism is the backbone of the healthcare system anymore... Ambos, nurses, doctors, physios, OTs etc... They are the backbone. Not just a small subsection of a single profession. #modernhealthcare

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

3 years

@LaurenB2909 Please submit a complaint. Things like this often go unmanaged and without intervention because people don't want to make a fuss. This stuff matters.

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Zach Davies

@ZachDavies94

2 years

@DoverMarian @RuralHC_Aus @RuralDoctorsAus @bronnietaylor @RyanPark_Keira @Dom_Perrottet Think adding a couple of #Paramedics to the team would be hugely beneficial. Esp. If they had some #PrimaryCare training too!

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