PEARL #1 in Protocol 6-4: Shoulder Dystocia has been removed at the request of the ODEMSA Medical Direction Committee. An updated version of this protocol can be found on under "Services" and "Regional Documents/Forms" and on the ODEMSA smartphone app. Click on this post to view the announcement.
ODEMSA Recognizes the 2023 Regional EMS Award Recipients
Virtual Event Highlights 13 Outstanding Contributors Across the ODEMSA Region
Siren Slam Cornhole Tournament for Heroes: A Day of Fun, Competition, and Support for EMS Services
Join Old Dominion EMS Alliance on November 18th, 2023, for a thrilling day of cornhole, games, and camaraderie, all in support of our dedicated EMS providers Siren Slam Cornhole Tournament for Heroes Event Page FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Glen Allen, VA — The Old Dominion EMS Alliance (ODEMSA) is excited to announce the inaugural Siren Slam... Continue Reading →
Explore Cutting-Edge Insights at the VCUEMS Mini-Symposium 2023
Explore Cutting-Edge Insights at the VCUEMS Mini Symposium 2023 In an era where medical knowledge evolves at an unprecedented pace, healthcare professionals are constantly seeking opportunities to enhance their skills and stay updated with the latest developments. For those in the field of Emergency Medical Services (EMS), the cancellation of the 2023 EMS Symposium by... Continue Reading →
Governor’s EMS Award Winners Announced at the 42nd Annual Virginia EMS Symposium
Four Regional Level Award Winners Take Home the Gold from the 2022 Governor's EMS Award!
Virginia Office of EMS Announces Free Continuing Education – VectorSolutions
On March 21, 2022, the Virginia Office of EMS announced a partnership with Vector Solutions to deliver free continuing education to Virginia EMS providers. Select the following link to be redirected to the Virginia Office of EMS webpage. Read the webpage carefully and follow all instructions to reduces errors. Click here to learn more!
Recognize the Region’s Best – Regional EMS Award Nominations are Open!
Help us recognize the best in the region by nominating a colleague for a Regional EMS Award. Through May 1, you can submit your nomination for one or more colleagues for the chance to receive one of twelve ODEMSA Regional EMS Awards. High School Seniors also have the opportunity to apply for an award along with a $1,000 scholarship.
Traumatic Cardiac Arrest (Protocol 4-15)
To view the new Traumatic Cardiac Arrest protocol (Protocol 4-15), click this post and scroll down. Protocol 4-15 can also be found and viewed on the ODEMSA smartphone app.
Measles Awareness
Measles is an acute viral respiratory illness and is one of the most contagious of all infectious diseases. Up 90% of susceptible persons with close contact to a measles patient will develop measles. The virus is transmitted by direct contact with infectious droplets or by airborne spread when an infected person breathes, coughs, or sneezes. Measles virus can remain... Continue Reading →
EMS Clinical Field Rotation Sites
We are happy to announce that we now have a listing of EMS Clinical Field Rotation Sites for the region. If you or someone you know needs to complete field rotations on an ambulance check out this NEW listing!