EMS Today 2019

Motorcycle Crash Injuries: Lessons from the Death of EMS Icon Richard Beebe (#E9924) (Room 213CD)

23 Feb 18
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Tracks: Foundations of Clinical Practice

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On May 26th, 2016, nationally recognized EMS educator, author and speaker Richard Beebe crashed his motorcycle into the side of a minivan that turned directly into his path. He died on June 5th from complications of multisystem trauma. This powerful and insightful case presentation by Mike McEvoy will review motorcycle crash injuries, modern day trauma care and resuscitation and the lethal events that conspired to lead to the demise of a man who was beloved to many. Rich Beebe was fascinated with his many injuries and looked forward to using them in presentations. In his memory, this talk will be delivered by his friend and teaching partner, Mike McEvoy, PhD, NRP, RN, CCRN, who took part in overseeing the care of his friend and colleague.