Dr. Larmon is currently a professor of Medicine and Emergency Medicine at the David Geffen School of Medicine at University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA). He was the founding Director of the UCLA Center for Prehospital Care. Dr. Larmon retired from the University in 2016, but was recalled as the Director Emeritus. He has been actively involved in Emergency Medical Services (EMS) for more than 45 years.
Dr. Larmon has a vast amount of experience in EMS. He has worked as an ambulance attendant, NREMT-B, Lifeguard-Paramedic, Firefighter, Firefighter- Paramedic, EMS Educator, Researcher, Author, and Professor.
Dr. Larmon is so recognized as a leader in academic prehospital care, he has more than 100 journal publications, five textbooks, and more than 35 video productions. He has presented at more than 500 conferences in his career in all aspects of EMS. Dr. Larmon has won both of the premier Faculty Awards at the David Geffen School of Medicine; The Golden Apple Award and the Award for Excellence in Education.
Dr. Larmon has dedicated his life to the professionalism of EMS. Research has been his instrument to reach this goal. Dr. Larmon’s current interest is in the areas of best practices, evidence based medicine, community health, patient safety, and the mentoring of new EMS researchers and educators.
Research is intimidating to many of us, come learn that it doesn't have to be that difficult. This session will educate educators to the process of educational research using a
Research is intimidating to many of us, come learn that it doesn’t have to be that difficult. This session will educate educators to the process of educational research using a 12-step approach to designing a research project. The facilitators have extensive experience in EMS research and teaching research theory, and are both members of the Prehospital Care Research Forum Board of Advisors.
CAPCE Credit: [1]
(Saturday) 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Dr. Megan Corry, Dr. Baxter Larmon
Baxter Larmon and Walt Stoy collectively have nearly 100 years of EMS experience under their belts. As such, they know the history of being mentored by the founding fathers and
Baxter Larmon and Walt Stoy collectively have nearly 100 years of EMS experience under their belts. As such, they know the history of being mentored by the founding fathers and legends of EMS. Baxter and Walt shared some common individuals who assisted them in their growth and development. As these two were in the role of protege they gained knowledge and skills. For the past few decades the two of them have mentored numerous individuals. It is time for them to continue to share their experiences with others to assure the continued growth of our profession.
CAPCE Credit: [1]
(Saturday) 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Dr. Baxter Larmon, Dr. Walt Stoy