UW Health Emergency Education Center

02/20/2026

Yesterday, our students had their first day of simulations with live actors.

Throughout the next few months they will continue with additional live actor days to prepare them for their upcoming field experience.

02/16/2026

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Apps close in less than a month.
Virtual open house next week—don’t miss it.
Email bjones2@uwhealth.org to get in.

02/16/2026

Before there was EMS as we know it, there was the Freedom House Ambulance in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The service was born in a predominantly Black neighborhood known as the Hill District in response to insufficient services related to medical emergencies. Nearly 60 years later, we owe a debt of gratitude to the people who persevered to create Freedom House Ambulance.

Visit our latest blog to learn how EMS has roots in Black history, and hear the story of Freedom House as told by the people who created it: https://www.cityofmadison.com/fire/blog/2026-02-13/freedom-house-ambulance-how-ems-has-roots-in-black-history

02/16/2026

📣 Exciting news! We're hiring soon!

If you've dreamed about becoming a Madison Firefighter/EMT, your next chance to apply begins April 1 (no fooling!). Applications will be accepted through May 26, 2026.

Here is our anticipated hiring timeline: https://www.cityofmadison.com/fire/blog/2026-02-13/madison-fire-department-announces-timeline-for-next-firefighter-emt-hiring

02/02/2026

Part-time, 40% FTE, day shift. You will work at UW Health Administrative Building, 610 N Whitney Way in Madison, WI.

01/29/2026

"To effectively treat the patient, one must become the patient."

Today, our paramedic class took that philosophy to heart. Students wore Dexcom glucose sensors to experience firsthand how glucose levels change throughout the day; helping them build a deeper, more empathetic understanding of diabetic emergencies.

This kind of immersive learning strengthens clinical decision-making and prepares future paramedics for the realities their patients face.

A huge thank you to Sara Stephenson, RN, for sharing her expertise and delivering an outstanding presentation on diabetes management and continuous glucose monitoring. Your insight made this experience truly meaningful.

01/29/2026

Question: What was the first paramedic program established in Wisconsin?

Answer: The UW Health Paramedic Program.

As the original and longest‑standing paramedic program in the state, this program helped establish the foundation of paramedic education in Wisconsin—and continues to lead the way today.

Join the legacy of excellence, apply now!

uwhealth.org/paramedic-program

01/26/2026

We are hiring a part-time EMS Education Specialist. Click on the link below for more information.

Part-time, 40% FTE, day shift. You will work at UW Health Administrative Building, 610 N Whitney Way in Madison, WI.

01/26/2026

EMS Professionals — Ready to advance your skills? 🚨
The UW Health Primary Paramedic Program is now accepting applicants for the September 2026 start! This program blends flexible online learning with hands-on clinical and classroom experience to prepare you for a rewarding career as a paramedic.
- Comprehensive paramedic education
- Experienced, industry professional instructors
- Pathway to EMS, hospital, clinic, and inter-facility transport careers
- Based in Madison, WI
- Classes meet 2–3 days per week
👉 Learn more & apply at uwhealth.org/paramedic-program

01/23/2026

Dustin DiMarco, Shannon's husband was a guest speaker in our paramedic classroom yesterday. Dustin shared his personal story on how he started having seizures that did not look like a typical seizure. Dustin gave the students a real-life example from the patient's point of view. He shared his interactions with the medics on scene and how to handle post seizure care.

01/22/2026

📣 Now Enrolling: 2026 Primary Paramedic Program!
Hybrid online + in‑person training designed for current EMTs/AEMTs looking to step into the paramedic role.
Hands‑on education, expert instructors, and real clinical experience.
Start date: September 8, 2026
🔗 Apply now: uwhealth.org/paramedic-program

01/15/2026

This past week Shannon DiMarco and Mitch Reuter, had the privilege of representing UW Health Emergency Education Center and the Clinical Simulation Center at the International Meeting on Simulation in Healthcare conference in San Antonio, Texas.

Their presentation topic was: The Hidden Hazzard: proactive strategies in mitigating training scars in EMS simulation.