PRESENT: P. Noto, L. Bronz, A. Paulin (Citizen Member).
STAFF: S. Vanderberg, S. Schecter.
Guests: Dr. Joli Yuknek, Jackie Hilly, Michael Volk-Department of Emergency Services.
The meeting was called to order at
Mr. Noto asked that a meeting be
scheduled to discuss the
Pediatric Emergency Care Survey
Mr. Noto asked if anyone present had any suggestions on how to deal with the local hospitals in a more productive manner. Dr. Yuknek said at the last meeting it was suggested that she ask the pediatricians at each hospital to speak to those in their Emergency Departments. But she said she felt it might be viewed negatively coming from her. Mr. Volk said he felt it well be very hard to get objective information from the hospitals, they will always attempt to protect their best interest.
Mr. Noto said he felt the
creation of a
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response to Mr. Noto’s question Mr. Volk said the fact that less than 10%
of emergency calls will be pediatric is a factor. He added nationally some changes are being
made, but it usually takes 2-3 years after the nation standard is established
for
After much discussion it was decided to invite both Chief John Kapica, President of the EMS Council and Dr. DeRobertis, Chair of the Hudson Valley MAC in to discuss the proposed training center and the designation of specific CME hours for pediatric courses, as well as drafting letters recommending both suggestions.
It was decided to table the discussion of the video-conferencing suggestion until a later date.
Dr. Yuknek said it was suggested
to her, the Committee wait until
With nothing further to discuss, the meeting was adjourned
at