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Michael Morse

Behind the Patient: Street Portraits

Captain Michael Morse (ret.), mmorsepfd@aol.com, is the bestselling author of , , and . Michael has been active in EMS since 1991 and offers his views on a variety of EMS and firefighting topics, focusing mainly on the interaction between patient and provider as a well-respected columnist and speaker. Captain Morse is a Johnson/Macoll fellow in literature from the Rhode Island Foundation.

LATEST ARTICLES
Anxiety and emotion can spiral into respiratory compromise that is self-reinforcing, frightening and an EMS-treatable emergency
This symbol shows that we belong to something important and we are part of the power, strength and knowledge of every EMT
EMS providers are more than personal space invaders. The connections we form with the patient can be the key to creating an environment of healing
Making connections with the patients you treat and transport can allow you to feel the magic
First responders are trained to respond to emergencies, but many are unprepared for the unbelievable trauma that accompanies a mass casualty incident
Surviving the fall – a jump really – might be the easiest step for a young woman whose life unraveled before she had a chance to live it
A retired rescue captain looks back on a career of helping others and tells the stories of doing his best to make a difference
Separating community health care and 911 response will help distinguish EMS as first responders
Little white lies, lying by omission and honesty as the best policy – the things we say as EMS providers
Nobody is born with the ability to respond to 911 calls, but these perspectives can help anyone in EMS provide better care and appreciate the ride