Who is PrepMedic? (My Complete Career Path)

[@youhigh321]

You may not only inspire others to become medics or emt but for the average civilian you’ve inspired me to become more than an individual standing calling 911. I’ve taken stop the bleed, cpr/aed and want to take a first aid course. I’d say prep medic is an awesome guy.

[@liamworthington5863]

Noice!

[@KidKhamseen]

Wilderness First Responder is another great one. Survival Med has an online course

[@rhabeldibabeldi6812]

Can only second what you said. He is inspiring and funny thing, while watching this video I started searching for a stop the bleed course. I work in a psychiatryc hospital and made a low level medic course, but watching prepmedic inspires me to do more medical courses and medical work

[@aaronjmere3579]

I started watching prep med while I was in my first semester of grade 10. I didn’t know what I wanted to do at the time. But after discovering these videos I knew this would be the dream job for me. 6 years later, I am now two weeks away from starting my paramedic program in Canada. Thank you prep med, you are the reason I will be saving someone’s life in the future :)

[@travisweaver6709]

That's exactly like me!! I started watching prep medic and got my EMT and due to a large part of his videos, I wanted to go for my medic. Tomorrow I start at medic school so thanks @prepmedic for all you've done!!

[@schinkenei8916]

I am now 4 weeks away from my final in German ems. Thank you Sam!

[@heythere7213]

Wow congrats

[@rhabeldibabeldi6812]

congratulations on pursuing your dream ;)

[@rhabeldibabeldi6812]

@@schinkenei8916 darf ich fragen welchen Kurs/welche Ausbildung du machst?

[@mattm3331]

You should look into starting your own product line…. Building the different first aid kits and EDC kits. Take all of the information from all of the reviews you do and take all the stuff you like and would change and make your own PrepMedic kits!

[@erinivory2324]

Never clicked a video so quickly in life

[@cnmatrix5344]

Same

[@oskarstaudte]

Same haha

[@austinschmit7616]

Who is prepmedic? *One bad ass individual*

[@cowboy1772]

In EMT school right now. I knew I wasn’t ever going to stop at EMT and go for my paramedic but my mind is blown. Hearing about how you have done pretty much every job I find interesting or worth pursuing in this kind of career really encourages me to keep moving forward, to keep learning, to keep growing. Really cool stuff

[@GoodEnoughAay]

In paramedic school rn, former army infantry. Never even thought about the tac med side of the career, definitely wanting to pursue that side of the ems world now.

[@11binfantryfollowmeus.army95]

@@GoodEnoughAay GO FOR IT!!!!!🇺🇸

[@jeremyrifold8564]

Buddy, I grew up the same way. Finding purpose was by far my toughest mental battle. Being 32, having a bachelors, working in the corporate world, it was a grind and I never felt truly happy. I finally found my passion and never thought it would've been in EMS. I recently passed the NREMT and working towards employment with a national ambulance organization. End goal is a firefighter paramedic or flight medic. If anyone believes making a career change is tough or needs a bit of a push, this is it. I changed careers with a 6-month-old and another one on the way *wipes sweat off the forehead*. Thanks again for sharing your life story!

[@squidwardtortillini8816]

We talked four or so years back when I was wanting to go to medic school, and you were still in Iowa. I’ve been a medic for almost three years now. Glad to see you still thriving. It’s nuts that you found a job where you can do ground CCT, flight, 911, SAR, and TEMS all in one job. That’s the dream, man. Still working on getting my POST cert, and becoming a SWAT medic; but I’m working on it. I’ve gotten to do some crazy shit so far working rural Missouri. I have an EMT partner, and I’m 30 minutes at best from the closest hospital. I’ve gotten to manage level one traumas for almost an hour by myself without ventilators or any fancy equipment. It sucks, but it’s the experience us new guys need. I feel blessed to have what I do, and the opportunities in front of me. Thanks for your continued guidance, Sam.

[@KetaminePVP]

i’m a 68W in the national guard who’s trying to become an EMT in the civilian world and work toward Paramedic and AirMed. your video is very inspiring and i appreciate you for your work, thank you.

[@maddog980]

Same here bro I’m a 0331 in the marine corps reserves almost done with my emt tho

[@christianstadler6099]

You should be EMT-B cert’d if you’re a 68W.

[@bentnickel7487]

I'm 73 y/o. Finding a passion, was for me the difference between a job and a career. It took trial and error for years, before I settled in. I always admired individuals who knew by the end of highschool what their college major would be. The positive side, to not knowing, is that you become very good at many things. Which is satisfying on several levels.

[@stevelowery1841]

Sounds like you"re high speed. Very impressive ! As a retired Air Force Pararescueman (PJ), I get where you're coming from. Keep up the good work !

[@joshweller1786]

Can you do a video on burnout/ PTSD. What signs to look out for. Ways to cope etc? I’ve been a firefighter /911 medic now for 12 years and I feel this topic isn’t covered enough. Way to many suicides in our field something that really needs to be hit home. Thank you for the great content

[@Southend_Savage]

Don’t take calls personally. You did you’re best . The outcome and Initial problem isn’t your fault. That’s how you combat ptsd.

[@tippa7328]

@@Southend_Savage Admittedly, I'm not a paramedic or firefighter or have any experience with that type of stuff, but just intuitively I have a notion that brushing your hands and shrugging and saying "well I tried my best" will not work to combat ptsd. Like, that's saying the cure to being depressed is to "just be happy."

[@Southend_Savage]

@@tippa7328 It's a little more in depth than that. What i mean is you can't take the call personally. Don't take it home with you. People call because they need that help and if you did everything you possibly could and the outcome is not what you wanted then you need to leave it at that and not dwell on it. You can't get rid of images and memories but you don't have to let them consume you either. You definitely have a choice. I'll agree people are built different and there are people who can not go by the "just be happy" thought process. If that is you then a job where you see bad shit may not be a job for you. In time it will make you a dangerous provider that acts on emotion, clouding judgment and not acting on your training.

[@DCsGladiator]

@@Southend_Savage your brain can't help what your heart feels for. You've ever broken up with someone and tried to instantly get over them? When your heart is in the work that you do, you can't just simply detach from it, unless you're (not you specifically) a sociopath.

[@tippa7328]

@@Southend_Savage This is incredibly disrespectful; "if that is you then the job may not be for you," how callous and terrible of a human being must you be to have this mindset? Do you have any idea how many EMTs and firefighters and law enforcement officers commit suicide? How widespread of an epidemic it is? It's not weak to be traumatized by the sights you see; it doesn't mean you're fit for the job: it's human. How disrespectful to see these heroes giving up their time, their effort, their lives and mental state, just to say "they're not fit for the job" because they suffer from PTSD. What a joke.

[@waterhead1359]

Fascinating history when I was in paramedic school 1981 ACLS was pass or fail only. Through my career I noticed it was basically a learning experience almost anyone could pass .We only had Atls ,pals , pep , btls and others I would love to see all the changes in advanced classes. Would like to see a video comparing very early training , protocols, procedures , meds used in 70s, 80s until 2022 thanks

[@cnmatrix5344]

Love u medic im taking my emt classes and you really did help to inspire me to help others i hope you have a good and safe week

[@EBMisKing]

Been following you since the Lucas video! In that time frame I got my EMT and am one year away from beginning my BSN with the ultimate goal of obtaining my CFRN! Super proud of where you’ve gone with your channel and career. Keep it up!

[@Polish_Gopnik]

im very much motivated by you, ive built my own IFAK, went through the first aid course, and i currently attend the range regularly. Im 3 years away from enlisting and going to a CLS course to ultimately become a 68W, and much of it, thanks to you, Prep Med !

[@DylanLey]

You are an inspiration! All of your videos have helped me a lot in kickstarting my EMS career! I'm currently an IFT EMT for my local ambulance company and I can't wait to grow in the EMS field!

[@Paul-jo2hq]

Use the experience and go into clinical and do rescue on the side. Save yourself before you burn out working 80 hours a week for a livable paycheck and trying to convince yourself it was the right decision.

[@GEAR_AND_GADGETS_EDC]

Truly inspirational, I am 30 years old starting school for my emt, working full time taking care of my family. Even though I am working on becoming a firefighter I would love to become a paramedic. Thanks for all your videos I thoroughly enjoy them.

[@ppfd]

I just reupped my medic this month. This time around will make 32 years. I run the truck about once every few months. Just enough to realize why I got out of EMS full time. Plus I can wash my POV in the bay LoL. Got into nursing about 15 years ago, ED, PICU, got worn out with that. Now I'm a prison nurse. Honestly if I had it to do all over again, I'd have gotten into some sort of trades line of work, electrician, plumber, HVAC, etc

[@dorothydromgoole8040]

I found Prep-Midec on KZbin and I have found it invincible. I am going to take classes out at the local college and become an EMT then a preimidc. Thank you for sharing this.

[@stinger34airsoft]

I remember following you for gear reviews and finding out you became a reserve deputy in Iowa. As someone from Iowa gave me the inspiration to become one as well. Keep up the great work

[@lexmedic157]

Great overview of your career. Makes me think about my own. Keep up the good work!

[@PbThunder]

Really interesting Sam, thank you for sharing. I'm a Paramedic from across the pond in the UK and it's great to see how diverse the opportunities are for paramedics in the US. Things seem to be heading this way in the UK. Keep up the great work!

[@Paul98R]

I am a nurse paramedic student here in the UK and PrepMedic is my go to Channel for any medical information or kit reviews, such a awesome guy

[@Ridingthewaves305]

I’ve been working as a medic at a fire dept for over 7 years now. We have 3 ambulances for my city of about 32,000 people. We run only ALS rigs, we run 911, inter facility and routine transports. We run 2 on a rig and most of the time it’s Medic / EMT but weekends, holidays or around big events we run double medic and my fire department is in a transition period to go towards ALS fire engines as well. The burnout rate is very high but I can say that working on an education is so important as a medic or EMT and I’m very happy I watched this. I’ve been taking my education more seriously and to stay positive about my career in EMS. I like your advice on this video and spoke to me about not becoming stagnant in a career which is what I was feeling for some time. Thank you for this and best wishes to all the people entering the EMS field and those already doing it to have a long and rewarding career

[@titusdaniel]

Also, as a fellow emt-b, I can't get my head around the little footnote you add about "becoming a paramedic" as if it's no big deal. That's a huge leap forward in terms of emergency medicine, but you make it sound like something you just decided to do over a random weekend. I'm very impressed, and I want to hear more about your experience of going from EMTB to Paramedic.

[@badlilcarboy1]

This is a great video. I grew up/live in Madison, WI so seeing your B Roll was great. Thank you for all the knowledge from your videos, I am a new subscriber to your channel

[@ericduan19]

It's nice that you share your career & experience with others, so that people would have a better idea where your advices come from & decide what kind of gears best suit themselves.

[@NINJUNK00]

I’ve been a fan since before I could remember, fast forwards several years im now a WEMT and FF/RT and also soon to be starting the police academy because you inspired me. Also currently in my M.A Criminal Justice program. Thank you for the inspiration

[@braxtonoverby7122]

Love ya vids. I became a Paramedic (called a Mobile Intensive Care Technician back then) in the early 1980's. Been a volunteer firefighter (Level I and II) for 25+ years and still enjoy prehospital emergency medicine. I've aged out of riding an EMS/Rescue unit but still keep up with the field. Am a Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED instructor, BLS trained and have taken the Stop The Bleed program and looking to becoming an instructor. Your video's help keep me up-to-date on a lots on new ways to deliver care that I can do more intensive research. Thank you for all you do and look forward to more video's.

[@kevinbuchheit1417]

Bravo Zulu brother. I recently retired from 35 years in public safety and had a similar path. Glad to see you taking the reins from us old dudes!

[@jeffreyvb1]

Sam, thank you for your public service. You, Dietrich and Dr. Bones & Nurse Amy have inspired me to learn as much as I can to be a first responder for my family, friends and co-workers. Keep up the good work.

[@user-ok4pk2mp3e]

I'd say that you were my main influence to get into emergency medicine. Now, I'm about to be 2 months into my first EMT job, and I'm loving it! I'm striving for more action, so I'm still in school to get my paramedic certification. Right off the bat in my EMT course, I also noticed how straight forward the class was. It was really a life-changing experience, and I'm glad I decided to switch career paths.

[@gregory4154]

You've done good kid. When you finally hit middle-age you start to look back at what you've done, and one thing you get to say that a lot of others have not is that you gave to people: your time and your help. It'll be a lot more clear in a few decades or so.

[@noahbohl2127]

It’s really cool to see how you’re career evolved. Both of my parents are volunteer aemts with our local rescue squad. While I’ve never been interested in ems, I do volunteer search and rescue, have my wfr and cpr certs and I feel that I make a difference. I hope to continue to do search and rescue on the side as much as I can

[@MarysKnoll]

Sam, what an impressive, unique and inspiring career path you've had. Your training in diverse arenas explains the obvious clinical acuity you have developed that is enviable. You were created for your craft of saving lives. There is an intuitive intelligence involved in clinical practice and you've got it and it shows. Thank you for sharing a beautiful profession which saves lives.

[@leviharrison4127]

As someone who's just about to start their EMT cert next month this video was incredibly helpful

[@blakslee720]

This is very encouraging, thank you for sharing. I'm 31 and career wise, I'm still a little lost. Been volly fire for 2 years, EMR for 1 year and I'm about to start EMT. My current job hasn't panned out the way I thought it would, and my GF, being a vet, is looking at residencies as well, so I need more flexibility in terms of location. I've "enjoyed" my time as a FF/EMR and am starting to think that a career in emergency medicine is the right path for me.

[@augustuszimmerman5942]

When I found you I had just moved and left a career in LE and was kinda lost working as a range instructor and was looking at building a ifak (people scared me shooting lol). But got sucked in watching more of your videos and found myself googling and doing more research in stuff and finding I had a interest. And signed up for EMT class. Now working as a EMT at a critical care team for a hospital and part time at county ems looking to go to paramedic school in the winter. So thank you for putting this career out there!

[@brigmore8683]

Ever considered teaching civilian classes on the side? I have been watching your channel for years and I have lived in the front range my whole life. As just a concerned citizen who loves to train I can tell you there are not many TCCC or civilian trauma med type classes around. When there are classes they are usually from old nurses that have not practiced in over a decade. I have been debating about getting my EMT just to get some more training but working full time and raising 2 daughters keeps from that. Love your channel keep up the great work.

[@JoeMartin007]

I always enjoy your videos Sam, Your career path sounds similar to mine, I was a highschool dropout that hated sitting in class, I thought I was just gonna spend my life working on the farm and that education was dumb. I was contacted by our local volunteer EMS agency during a recruitment campaign and decided to give EMS a try, I was a volunteer driver for a year, an EMT basic for a year, AEMT for 2 years and just passed the 2 year mark working full time as a paramedic. Currently working getting more experience both 911 and IFT and a introduction into some critical care transports. My end goal is to be a flight paramedic as well.

[@rafael7224]

This channel is inspiration to expand you ems career. Just graduated from a 5 week EMT Academy and ready to get to next step either a AEMT or go straight to Tactical Medicine to become a SWAT Medic

[@td58298]

Thanks for sharing, Sam. Love your videos. I'm a prior active-duty U.S. Marine going into EMT and I hope my medical career is at least half as exciting as yours is.

[@Odog1971]

Thanks for the insight! Very helpful, nice to see how others in this field got to where they are today. Thanks for the great video!

[@khorweesiong]

This was a really inspiring video. I am a retired lawyer and now a student paramedic in a UK university. At 52, all the things that you did will probably not be possible. But, your video has definitely shown the possibilities of this job. Thanks for sharing

[@QVegter]

Been watching for a while and just realized your also from Wisconsin. I'm just getting into EMT Basic this spring, so hope our paths cross someday.

[@carlosparacio5679]

I’ve started watching your channel and binge watched just about everything. You’ve inspired me to reach for the next rung. I’m not in the medical field at all but I’m now enrolled in a wilderness first aid course and will also signing up for the severe bleeding control course. I spend a lot of time in remote parts of our state with my family and I don’t want to be helpless or a bystander if I’m faced with a difficult situation. Thank you for sharing your story!

[@kelvingonzalez3988]

I really enjoyed your video! Your tenacity really inspired me to strive for more. I’ve been an EMT for 6 months and I just finished the fire academy. I truly want to experience more and learn more! Your video opened my eyes to what public service has to offer! Thank you for this!

[@leoe7449]

Your my role model and I wanna live this experience, I’ll keep posting on how I try to do it!! Wish me luck guys!!

[@jonathon2097]

Sam, thanks for sharing brother. I appreciate all of your videos. It's pretty awesome to hear about your path and your passion for the field. Keep up the good work and keep em coming. You're inspiring and educating a whole lot of people. -JP

[@cwl3gemt]

It’s cool to hear how your path has taken you so many different places. I am an EMT in Iowa for over 20 years now, only thing in my medical path that’s worth noting is working fire and EMS at a fairly well known racetrack in Jasper County IA. I’ve had an interest in the tactical side, but none of the agency’s in my local area have tac teams

[@davidellis3546]

Very impressive drive, focus and desire to serve others. Your KZbin videos are well done and highly applicable to real world situations. Thanks for sharing.

[@motivationguyfitness15]

thanks for all the awesome info in this channel . i lived in iowa so , glad that someone like you was there helping and protecting . and ive done like 2 first aid courses ,that really helped me understabd a little more and be ready if something happened like in home or while fishing . camping etc

[@user-en8eq8yn4r]

Love your channel and love learning all the stuff you show

[@jasongorilla343]

Maybe do some interviews with other tacmeds, flight medics, road crews, USAR confined medspecs, corpman, that would be a cool addition to your channel! I'd watch it for sure

[@chrisanderson119]

Even USAF Pararescue (PJ)

[@robertlagruth516]

I’m a prepper, survivalist, homesteader in Ohio, I’m 75, and watch your channel daily, I’m thinking about the way our country is going I might need some of this information in the future, I thank you for your service your knowledge, keep up the great work, God bless you and yours. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸%

[@roland.j.ruttledge]

WOW a great story reflected in your wonderful videos. Many thanks for all you do, Roland UK

[@Livinglethallife]

Awesome stuff, Sam! Been following for a long time so it was really cool to hear your story. Learning more about EMS everyday and excited to see where your journey takes you.

[@j.rmcconomy4848]

Such a small world we live in. I just finished my internship in Oconomowoc WI. Did my paramedic at Waukesha County Technical college.

[@Tattesandlattes]

I’m 24 getting my EMT and then paramedic. Thanks for inspiring me.

[@parkeratwood2717]

It's neat to see your progression. Ive been in the fire/ems field for over 10 years now focussing on technical rescue and medicine, AEMT, currently in paramedic school. I too have an 8 month old son lol. One of my goals after getting the gold patch is to attempt to implement tactical medicine care with our local sheriffs office. I would love to pick your brain some more on how you approached the department and getting the green light to join them.

[@ralphbove]

Great vid. I wish you the best. Became an EMT in 85 a medic in 89 and a RN in 91. Flew for 24 as a RN/EMT-P Had to medically retire a few years back. Keep up the good fight and stay safe

[@65BravoSierra86]

Awesome career path sir! Congratulations. Thats inspiring

[@andrewgreen2405]

Thanks PrepMedic I really appreciate the video it meet hearing Your story.

[@akdefense]

Thanks. Thanks for your channel and what you do with it. Thanks for sharing and answering many questions I had. I've learnt a lot from you. Thanks for your service to people, families and communities. Your are a father now, cool. That's a tough job. Make sure your children know you, know about you, know what your likes and dislikes, favorites, hobbies and peculiarities are. Let them see you honor and love your wife.

[@stevenrogers4663]

Great video Sam. Contrats on the birth of your child. Being a father is the most impact we can make on our future. Teach him well. I see several similarities in you and I in our career paths. I have been working primarily in the hospital as an ER RN for more than 20 years, but now have branched out into ground-based CCT. I have accepted a promotion to be the CCT Nursing Coordinator recently and now I am responsible for the orientation, on going training, QI and management of the CCT program. I also was pursuing a BS in EM/HLS that I might go back to finish. I really would like to break into HEMS, but alas, my weight is limiting me. Good luck in your career and maybe you might go on to become an RN?

[@justinelloydsupat4151]

👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 Jack of all Trades....Strong, Skillful, and Knowledgeable is Independence 💪

[@patfontaine5917]

Yours is a remarkable and compelling story of dedication to service to others. I hope your story inspires others to join your noble profession.

[@Jake-vw3bj]

ive been planning to work in IT but working EMS has always been an interest of mine. i was just offered to have my education paid for to become an EMT in exchange for a 1 year contract with an EMS provider. once i graduate school im gonna take them up on that offer!

[@drewschlosser26]

I got my start in national ski patrol also. I loved the objective oriented medicine that the wilderness requires. Don't have a traction splint? Ok grab the skis and make one! MacGyver medicine because if you didn't have it in your pack, you can't use it

[@jasonwilliams6084]

That’s a great life story. Been trying to do that my whole life. Guess I wasn’t in a part of the country with those opportunities. But I’m still staying with it. I’ll be 49 when I finally start medic school in June and hopefully can start running up the hours and get to where you are before I have to retire. Keep up the good work!

[@glockparaastra]

Great story. We need more guys like you.

[@Dacarolinakrown]

Salute brother I'm a firefighter/EMT in North Charleston, SC. T- safe

[@joaquinmeyer9341]

My man , you save my life whit this video....

[@mg-construction-solar]

that was great experience you a a very positive person 👍

[@mayhewfisher62]

What a fantastic OJT program with life skills, certifications, housing, etc all in the package that you initially started out on. Wish more hands on jobs (trades, public service, etc) had this sort of full package where you are learning, working, getting educated, maturing, etc all at once, without having to figure out all the pieces separately. If this sort of resource were widely available, it might mean a lot more youngsters drifting less and steering more. Well done!

[@187chona]

You’re just a great dude Thanks for all the vids

[@VicRibeiro777]

God bless, you are an inspiration man.

[@Mattswarf]

Excellent video and well done on a great career today 👏🏻👏🏻

[@rmp5s]

Can relate...I HATE school. If I can't "use it", I zone out no matter how much I don't want to.

[@brianewoldt6717]

Great video thank you for being real

[@renegade7493]

Ok, waiting for Skinny Medic video too. Great video

[@Polish_Gopnik]

finally some proper PrePmed Lore !!

[@guillermofavela9020]

Great video, congrats on all your accomplishments!

[@murda2999]

What an amazing career! Congratulations.

[@victorchown]

So awesome, thank you for this!

[@nicksun424]

I would love to watch you on a long form non-medical related podcast!

[@karlmiller2417]

Most practitioners that I have met with your background ended up going to med school and became an Emergency Care Physician or a Trauma Surgeon .

[@DocHolliday415]

What an awesome career path.

[@mettahuttravels3183]

A beautiful family Sam. Education is in your veins..

[@mattowens3857]

man. This career story is everything i wanted to do when i grew up. Now at 33, sitting in a cube, it feels like itll never happen. that ship has sailed

[@Grobloum]

Never too late until you're ded

[@OwenVersluis]

Never too late!

[@krisdeaglephotography4539]

I’m 31 and have only just started my healthcare journey. By the end of this year, I’ll be an EN. Base level nurse in Aus. So many more things I want to do but just get started.

[@skyfaneco5837]

I’m a pretty brand new EMT. this is the career I want to try for

[@grantjones199]

Great video. I learned a lot. Thank you

[@sebby324]

I’m from England here our air ambulances have a hospital doctor and a critical care paramedic on board

[@juanpatricio9204]

Thanks for sharing and thanks for all you do!

[@ianmurray4081]

Awesome video and a super cute kid. Cheers 🍻 take care and stay frosty 🇨🇦🚁🫡🚑🇺🇸

[@Basedmursenary]

Very cool and inspiring man!

[@Its_Esoteric]

I really enjoyed this video, thanks Sam!

[@eduardomartin3836]

so im about two years late but im about to start my EMT class then going on to be a firefigther this career path of being a TEMS and then working ems while still being tems and then being a air medic also sounds like a dream hopefully i can follow something similar down here in florida

[@jessicabrewer1530]

UCHealth up in fort Colin’s area is known for their great ems! I’ve had a few coworkers leave falck to go work there!