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Arizona Emergency Medical Systems, Inc. (AEMS), a 501(c)(3) non-profit, is a community-based, volunteer organization dedicated to improving emergency medical services (EMS) and trauma care for the Central Arizona region (which includes Maricopa, Pinal, and Gila counties).
Since 1975, AEMS has been bringing together physicians, nurses, EMTs, paramedics, and hospital administrators to ensure that emergency medical care is delivered in a coordinated manner, and moreover, that it is meeting the needs of the public.
We hope you enjoy our website as well as consider becoming an AEMS member, volunteer, or donor. Working together, we will be able to make an even greater contribution to the quality of emergency medical and trauma care for our central Arizona communities.
Thank you for your interest in and support of AEMS!
We are always striving to improve and enhance the inclusivity, productivity, and success of the AEMS organization; moreover, we want to ensure that AEMS is meeting the needs of our constituents. Therefore, your feedback is important to us. Please share your ideas, suggestions, or other comments about AEMS and our activities. We appreciate your ideas for presenters and topics to be addressed during the EMS Odyssey Conference or during our Functional Group meetings.
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Behavioral Health
Crisis Intervention
Ernie and Joe Crisis Cops - Documentary
An essential film for anyone who shares the goal of improving the culture and approach to mental health response and 911 calls.
About the Film The Emmy Award-winning documentary, Ernie & Joe: Crisis Cops, is a timely foray in to the world of first responders who are often tasked with supporting community members in mental health crisis.
The film chronicles Ernie Stevens, founding member of the San Antonio Police Department's Mental Health Unit, as well as Officer Joe Smarro, Ernie's partner and integral member of the MHU team.
Follow These Steps for FREE Access to Watch Ernie & Joe: Crisis Cops:
- Go to: https://www.filmplatform.net/ernie-joe-registration-page/
- Fill out the registration (it's ok if you're not a law enforcement agency! Just enter your public safety organization's name). Use Access Code: EJCC-LE
- Once you set up your account, check your email to finalize registration. You will now have access to the full film as well as a 25-minute curated clip of the full film.
- Any questions? Contact Matt Eckhoff (602.481.8513 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.)
Youth Suicide Prevention
Suicide Prevention Training for Schools - https://www.azahcccs.gov/AHCCCS/Initiatives/suicideprevention/training_for_schools.html
Project AWARE - https://www.azed.gov/wellness/projectaware - supports the development and implementation of a comprehensive plan of activities, services, and strategies to decrease youth violence and support the healthy development of school-aged youth.
Arizona End of Life Care Partnership - https://www.azendoflifecare.org/ - provides grief and bereavement support resources.
Stop The Bleed
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Spinal Motion Restriction (SMR) Resources
Arizona First Responders Initiative
NEW: Free Online Training | ‘Roadmap’ for First Response Encounters of Patients with Potential SUDs
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Rural AZ County Substance Use Treatment Resources Cards/Other Supporting Materials | Printed copies/printable PDF option
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Free Online Refresher - EMS Provider Training “Recognition and Management of An Opioid Overdose”
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To Order Naloxone
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