Rommie Duckworth

Father, husband, fire captain, paramedic, beekeeper, educator, emergency services advocate. Shuffle as needed.

[Rommie Duckworth @romduck]

Congratulations, Amber. Outstanding!

[EMS World @EMSWorldOFCL]

Congratulations to Amber Woodward, the recipient of this year's Sean Kivlehan MD MPH Award as the winner of the 2025 Stand & Deliver competition. Amber has secured a speaking slot at EMS World Expo 2026, taking place in Orlando, Florida, from September 28 to October 2.

[JEMS - EMS @jemsconnect]

JEMS is entering a new era—focused on provider health, clinical excellence, and service innovation. Learn how we’re working to shape the future of EMS and how you can be part of it.
👉 https://t.co/Yr6JC4yrgZ

#EMS #JEMS #PrehospitalCare

[Nat'l Assoc of EMTs @NAEMT_]

Join us for the World Trauma Symposium on October 21! Attend in-person in Indianapolis or virtually via live stream to learn the latest in prehospital trauma care from leading experts. Earn up to 8 hours of CAPCE-approved CE credit. Register today at: https://t.co/nXhzL42C2u

[Rommie Duckworth @romduck]

I'm looking forward to sharing what we've learned about effective management of traumatic out-of-hospital cardiac arrest! REGISTER FOR FREE!

[Rommie Duckworth @romduck]

@FLTDOC1 Is the patent available now? Asking for a friend.

[Rommie Duckworth @romduck]

As a firefighter and now as Chief, I carry the memory of that day and the people we lost. I remember the heartbreak of those who never came home, and the resilience of the families and communities who endure. Be who we were on 9/12. Honor them with kindness toward each other.

[Rommie Duckworth @romduck]

Join experienced fire service leaders Deputy Chief Billy Goldfeder, Chief Rom Duckworth, Chief Kris Blume and Erin McGruder as they challenge fire and EMS leaders to take a hard look at whether their training priorities align with operational realities. https://t.co/qw86WGqg04

[Rommie Duckworth @romduck]

I agree with the intent of this post, with a couple of caveats. In larger organizations, someone who works in another location or several levels above you may not know everyone’s name. Also, leadership is crucial, but management stuff still needs to get done

[JEMS - EMS @jemsconnect]

If your boss knows the call volume but not your name, they’re managing, not leading. And yes, it shows—turnover, low morale, unhappy patients. Time to stop confusing leadership with management: https://t.co/6oeUAU9m30

[Sepsis Alliance @SepsisAlliance]

‼️It's officially Sepsis Awareness Month, a time to help save lives by raising awareness of sepsis. ‼️

Did you know that ANY infection has the potential to progress to life-threatening sepsis? When you take precautions to protect yourself and those around you from the spread of infection, you're also helping to prevent a potential case of sepsis.

Want to get involved? 🙌

Help us spread awareness this September by joining the Sepsis Superhero Challenge and becoming a hero in the fight against sepsis! Every step, every mile, and every share helps raise awareness and support education that can make a life-saving difference. It's not too late! You can still register and be part of the movement this September!

https://t.co/xCk1dizRmY 🎉

#SepsisAwarenessMonth #SepsisSuperheroChallenge

[FDIC International @FDICevent]

September is Firefighter Appreciation Month! 🔥👨‍🚒

FDIC International proudly honors our firefighters—your dedication, skill, and sacrifice inspire everything we do. We’re here to support you with critical training and access to the latest fire and rescue innovations, so you can continue to lead, protect, and perform at your best.

[Rommie Duckworth @romduck]

It’s better for patience, it’s better for us, it’s better for funding. Use the NAEMT online legislative service to urge your rep to support this legislation.

[Nat'l Assoc of EMTs @NAEMT_]

🚑 Treat in Place (TIP): patient-friendly, timely, and cuts costs. Congress needs the facts: https://t.co/3xxBhX8D8U

Urge your Rep to support H.R. 2538 – the CARE Act. Advocate while they’re in their home district! Send an email today: https://t.co/2X4KIg2kVB

#HR2538 #CAREAct

[Rommie Duckworth @romduck]

If you have questions about what’s involved, I’m happy to help.

[Nat'l Assoc of EMTs @NAEMT_]

Are you a passionate leader and want to serve as an NAEMT Board Director? If qualified, apply by August 20 for a Southeast Coast, West Coast, Mid-Atlantic, East Central, or Midwest regions. Terms begin Jan 2026 and run through Dec 2027. Learn more... https://t.co/2oKZOGVpkf

[NYC EMS Watch @NYCEMSwatch]

Reclaiming the 9/11 dead
https://t.co/ODmoBbQJKH
"40% of 9/11 victims have yet to be identified. That means the families of about 1,100 people at ground zero have never received that call of closure. But the work is ongoing."

[Rommie Duckworth @romduck]

Nothing beats having the opportunity to be in the room with the experts so you can ask questions. The presentations are great. The interaction is even better.

[Nat'l Assoc of EMTs @NAEMT_]

Get the best trauma education on Oct 21. Join us in Indianapolis, IN, or view via livestream. Held in conjunction with #EMSWorldExpo, more than a dozen engaging topics, provides up to 8 hours of ACCME or CAPCE-approved CE credits. Register: https://t.co/QaceopksBO

[Kevin F. Burns @Burns227]

1) Chiefs Lasky & Salka: As the Company Officer, it's all about your people. Care about them enough to train them. The importance of training to the Company's success.

[Douglas Cline @dcline11]

Fire Service leaders…here is a good opportunity to stop and do some self evaluation. As it relates to the picture,are you Shining, Whining or Reclining? @fireengineering @chieflasky @frankviscuso @Commandsafety @smokedaddy5 @chief_mcglynn @Fireleadership @thefireofficer1

[Nat'l Assoc of EMTs @NAEMT_]

Ask your U.S. Representative to support H.R. 2538, the CARE Act. This bill allows EMS to handle non-emergencies on-site, reducing ER crowding and agency task times, while connecting patients to appropriate care faster. Act now! https://t.co/JC5VkqeFp7

#EMS #TreatmentInPlace

[FDIC International @FDICevent]

“Comfortable inaction has consequences.”

At #FDIC2024, Chief Jason Hoevelmann urged fire service leaders to challenge comfort, explore new ideas, and make bold moves that prioritize training, innovation, and the mission.

Adapting and acting can be difficult and unpopular, but your community depends on it.

Watch his full keynote here: https://t.co/RNjz5LYWBG

[Nat'l Assoc of EMTs @NAEMT_]

NAEMT Members: The deadline to get the best rate for EMS World Expo is this Friday, August 15! We've secured a $125 discount, but it's linked to early bird pricing. Register this week to ensure your member benefit. https://t.co/QaceopksBO

[Rommie Duckworth @romduck]

Really pleased to read it!

[Rob Fenwick @robfenwick]

Really please to see this out in print today!

The EXIT project provided a change in focus for those involved in post collision care, but it did leave some questions unanswered!

Our next Delphi focusses on how to optimise the care for trapped patients.

Take a look 👀 👇