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Michael Kaduce

MPS, NRP
Director
Falck Health Institute

Michael Kaduce, MPS, NRP is the Director of the Falck Health Institute, where he leads Falck’s national and international initiatives focused on EMS initial education, continuing education, and research. In this role, he oversees the development of innovative education programs designed to strengthen workforce readiness, clinical excellence, and evidence-based practice across prehospital systems.
Michael previously served as the EMT Program Director at the UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine, where he led the largest EMT education program in the US for six years. His work spans peer-reviewed publications, national research presentations, and authorship of the most widely used EMT and paramedic textbooks in the field.
He serves as the West Coast Representative on the NAEMT Board of Directors and is a Research Associate with the UCLA Prehospital Care Research Forum.

2026 Sessions

Beyond the Textbook: Keeping EMS Education Clinically Current

Clinical practice in EMS evolves faster than most curricula can keep up. New research, national measures, and evidence-based guidelines are changing how we treat patients, but many classrooms are still teaching yesterday’s medicine. This session explores how educators and program directors can bridge that gap. Through practical strategies, proven processes, and real examples from the Falck Health Institute, participants will discover how to track emerging evidence, translate it into engaging classroom content, and ensure that what’s taught in the classroom mirrors what’s practiced in the field. From social media to national guideline updates, this session will help you move beyond the textbook and build a culture of clinical currency in your program.

Speaker

Thursday, May 28 10:30–11:00 AM
Room 405
Faculty

Michael Kaduce

MPS, NRP
Director
Falck Health Institute

Michael Kaduce, MPS, NRP is the Director of the Falck Health Institute, where he leads Falck’s national and international initiatives focused on EMS initial education, continuing education, and research. In this role, he oversees the development of innovative education programs designed to strengthen workforce readiness, clinical excellence, and evidence-based practice across prehospital systems.
Michael previously served as the EMT Program Director at the UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine, where he led the largest EMT education program in the US for six years. His work spans peer-reviewed publications, national research presentations, and authorship of the most widely used EMT and paramedic textbooks in the field.
He serves as the West Coast Representative on the NAEMT Board of Directors and is a Research Associate with the UCLA Prehospital Care Research Forum.

EMS Instruction: Beyond PowerPoint

Dive into the innovative methods for engaging EMS students beyond traditional PowerPoint lectures. Participants will explore hands-on activities, community-building behaviors, and scenario-based learning techniques designed to enhance critical thinking and retention in emergency medical services education. Attendees will gain practical strategies for implementing interactive exercises that mimic real-life situations, fostering a dynamic learning environment that prepares students for the demands of the field. Whether you are a new educator or an experienced trainer looking to refresh your teaching style, the session offers valuable insights to make your classroom come alive.

Speaker

Thursday, May 28 3:10–3:40 PM
Room 405
Faculty

Michael Kaduce

MPS, NRP
Director
Falck Health Institute

Michael Kaduce, MPS, NRP is the Director of the Falck Health Institute, where he leads Falck’s national and international initiatives focused on EMS initial education, continuing education, and research. In this role, he oversees the development of innovative education programs designed to strengthen workforce readiness, clinical excellence, and evidence-based practice across prehospital systems.
Michael previously served as the EMT Program Director at the UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine, where he led the largest EMT education program in the US for six years. His work spans peer-reviewed publications, national research presentations, and authorship of the most widely used EMT and paramedic textbooks in the field.
He serves as the West Coast Representative on the NAEMT Board of Directors and is a Research Associate with the UCLA Prehospital Care Research Forum.
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