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Author: Ruben Major

Biography Ruben began his career in Emergency Medical Services in 2000. He holds a Master's Degree in Military History and has experience as a Paramedic and EMS Supervisor in the field. He has taught CPR and First Aid Programs for several years. Ruben spent 2 years as Program Director for an EMS/Paramedic Program in the valley prior to working as Program Director for EMS University in Phoenix, Arizona. Ruben has published several articles on public safety and Emergency Medical Services in several prominent magazines and is responsible for creating the nation's first Native American APCO EMD Program. Ruben is currently seeking a Juris Doctor from Concord Law School. He has served as CEO of EMS University since 2003 and is Editor in Chief at EMS Wire. Ruben enjoys astronomy, bicycling, hiking, other outdoor activities, and spending time with his family. Credentials EMT-B, Mesa Community College (2000) EMT-Paramedic, E-Med., Inc. (2002) A.A., General Studies - Scottsdale Community College (2003) B.A., History - Arizona State University (2003) M.A., Military History - Norwich University (2008) J.D., Candidate - Concord Law School (Class of 2016)
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For Those That Want to Play Incident Commander

July 4, 2016 Ruben Major Opinion Pieces, Reviews Leave a comment

After many years of attending lectures, workshops, classes and tabletops on incident command, I encountered the EMERGENCY – Fighter’s for Life PC game. At the time, these games were largely considered

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This is the World You Live in Now

July 2, 2016 Ruben Major Editorials, Opinion Pieces Leave a comment

Earlier this week, our family went to the Del Mar Fair, just North of San Diego. This fair is one of the most exciting in the country – and probably one

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CECBEMS Changing Its Brand to CAPCE

June 24, 2016 Ruben Major Educational, News One comment

On June 21, 2016, Continuing Education Coordinating Board for Emergency Medical Services (“CECBEMS”) sent a press release forward which details a change that has been in the works for some

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Possible Terrorist Attack – Mass Shooting in Orlando Kills Over 50 People

June 12, 2016 Ruben Major Investigative, News One comment

LA Times reported a mass shooting in Orlando involving a man who police say may have radical Islamist leanings. The attack occurred early this morning in a LGBT club called

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Should EMS Workers Get Time Off to Vote?

June 7, 2016 Ruben Major Columns Leave a comment

With all the election madness, the question occurred to me whether EMS Workers, Firefighters, and other people providing public safety services should be able to get time off in order

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5 Things I Learned My First Year as a Paramedic

June 6, 2016 Ruben Major Editorials, Opinion Pieces Leave a comment

1. I knew everything I needed to know about being a Paramedic in class. Some people call it Paragod Syndrome, and yes folks, I unfortunately had this problem too. I

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Septic Shock Claims Life of Muhammad Ali and Many Others – How to Identify Sepsis

June 6, 2016 Ruben Major Educational, News Leave a comment

There is no doubt that boxing legend Muhammad Ali will be remembered forever for his tenacity in the ring as well as his outspoken nature. Claiming, “I am the greatest,”

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Your Certification is Your Responsibility!! Sort of…

May 24, 2016 Ruben Major Editorials, Opinion Pieces Leave a comment

I wanted to take a little time to discuss a the importance of making sure that providers are being responsible for their own certifications. Many departments have internal tracking mechanisms

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The Real Reason for Burnout

May 24, 2016 Ruben Major Editorials, Educational, Opinion Pieces Leave a comment

I once worked with a guy who said that he was driving to work when he witnessed a rollover accident. The lady was ejected from the vehicle and flew nearly

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