When the Los Angeles City Fire Department launched its new telemedicine program at its emergency dispatch center, the staff used physicians, nurse practitioners and physician assistants to screen potential COVID-19 patients and others calling 911 with non-life-threatening illnesses. After six months, it’s paying off. “We’re very excited about it,” says Dr. Marc Eckstein, … [Read more...] about 9-1-1 Telemedicine to the Rescue: LAFD Innovation
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A Hero Remembered: Firefighters and Cancer
Lori Harris, the wife of an LAFD firefighter who passed away in his thirties, shares her personal story and tells us why the difficult journey inspired her to assist other surviving spouses. Bret Harris was a proud member of the Los Angeles City Fire Department. His battle with cancer also motivated Lori to get involved in efforts to educate first responders about the many … [Read more...] about A Hero Remembered: Firefighters and Cancer
LAFD Greater Alarm Breakfast Club
Since his retirement from LAFD Fire Station 23, former firefighter and paramedic, Bruce Young, enjoys the company of other retired firefighters in the area over some breakfast. One day, Bruce discovered newsletter software and another fire department holding a breakfast sit down. Using this new communication tool, he started the LAFD Greater Alarm Breakfast Club newsletter … [Read more...] about LAFD Greater Alarm Breakfast Club
2019 Firefighter of the Year – Rick Godinez
The Man! The Myth! The Legend! Fire Captain II Rick Godinez would bristle at us describing him as a legend, but as the 2019 Firefighter of the Year, this 36-year veteran is LAFD royalty, in our book. Getting to ‘Firefighter of the Year’ status has been a long, satisfying journey for Rick, who describes working for the Los Angeles City Fire Department as, “my dream … [Read more...] about 2019 Firefighter of the Year – Rick Godinez
LAFD Firefighter Pilots Daring High Rise Rescue
The job of LAFD firefighter pilots is risky and awe-inspiring. It requires specialized skill, extensive on-going training and tremendous responsibility. These Los Angeles City Fire Department pilots never know what a shift may bring, from massive wild fires to cliffside hiker rescues to saving someone from raging flood waters. But one thing is for sure – lives literally … [Read more...] about LAFD Firefighter Pilots Daring High Rise Rescue