EMS Week 2025: EMS & Prehospital Blood, a Lifesaving Combo

In this EMS Focus webinar to learn about the impact of prehospital blood transfusion programs and how EMS agencies can partner with blood banks to host blood drives during EMS Week (May 18–24). This session will highlight successful efforts from Colorado and Virginia, including real-world insights on how to start a program, work with local partners and use EMS Week as a platform to engage your community.

Panelists Include:
Dr. Matthew Angelidis
Medical Director, UCHealth EMS
Co-Chief Medical Director, Colorado Springs Fire Department
Co-Chief Medical Director, El Paso County AMR
Co-Chief Medical Director, Plains to Peaks RETAC
Clinical Assistant Professor, UC School of Medicine

David Long
Executive Director, Tidewater EMS Council