Episodes

  • S5 Ep6: How do you know what you are reading is reliable evidence?

    S5 Ep6: How do you know what you are reading is reliable evidence?
    May 30 2024
    Welcome back to the FINAL episode of the 'Research Mini-Series'.

    In this episode, Dr Sandy MacQuarrie helps us understand if the research that we are looking at is reliable and of good quality. This is crucial in all stages of our careers, from university student, to paramedic on road, to completing a research study. Our practice needs to be guided by evidence-based study and information.

    Topics discussed include:
    • Predatory journals
    • Impact factor of a journal
    • Q rating
    • Date submitted vs. date published
    • Peer reviewed
    • Heirarchy of evidence and strength
    • Frameworks such as CASP and JBI
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    43 mins
  • S5 Ep5: So you've got a research idea... what next?

    S5 Ep5: So you've got a research idea... what next?
    May 28 2024
    Welcome back to the 'Research Mini-Series'.

    This episode follows on from starting out with a research idea and delves into different types of research methodology and the next steps in the process. Dr Sandy MacQuarrie helps us break down these concepts into easy to follow ideas.

    Have a passion or a strong interest in what you want to study. For all of the current researchers and educators spark imagination in students and colleagues.

    Please check out the textbook Introducing, Designing and Conducting Research for Paramedics for further information.

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    19 mins
  • S5 Ep4: Time to get your head out of the sand and get started with a research idea

    S5 Ep4: Time to get your head out of the sand and get started with a research idea
    May 26 2024
    Welcome back to the 'Research Mini-Series'.

    Things we've discussed in this episode to help you on your journey:
    • Setting up 'Google Scholar Alerts'
    • Using platforms such as: EndNote, Zotero, Mendeley etc. to keep all of your articles in one place - this can assist you with finding out a methodology to use and you may find that there are the same groups of people doing particular studies around your topic.
    • Much more...
    Please check out this textbook Introducing, Designing and Conducting Research for Paramedics to help break down these topics more.

    Link to the Hexoskin study.

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    24 mins
  • S5 Ep3: Abbie Little's full circle journey into research

    S5 Ep3: Abbie Little's full circle journey into research
    May 23 2024
    Welcome back to the Research Mini-Series! In this episode we interview paramedic, Abbie Little on her journey from paramedic to PhD candidate! In this episode we break down some of the attitudes and barriers that people have towards getting started in research. Abbie discusses her experience, the positives, the challenges and what she would like others to take away from this.

    Here is the link to her study if you can take some time to read through and participate!


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    32 mins
  • S5 Ep2: Inspiring new knowledge w/ Dr Sandy MacQuarrie

    S5 Ep2: Inspiring new knowledge w/ Dr Sandy MacQuarrie
    May 21 2024
    Welcome to the first episode of our 'Research Mini-Series'. In this episode, we have a discussion with Dr Sandy MacQuarrie. Sandy is a paramedic, educator and researcher who has inspired both new knowledge as well as other students and clinicians in their research journey's. Today we discuss Sandy's journey into research and the exciting places that it has led him.

    We also have a fantastic giveaway with Dr Sandy MacQuarrie and Elsevier textbooks! Keep an eye out!

    Please look at Edge Human Performance Group and get into contact with Dr Sandy MacQuarrie.

    Don't forget to reach out to us on our social media: Instagram, Facebook or via email thestudentparamedicpodcast@gmail.com

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    37 mins
  • S5 Ep1: Research Mini-Series Trailer

    S5 Ep1: Research Mini-Series Trailer
    May 19 2024
    In 2024 we are trying something a little different & having a deep dive into certain topics.

    We wanted to change the ideas and attitudes held towards research. Dr Sandy MacQuarrie helps us tackle this topic, inspire and spark imagination! We have special guest Abbie Little, who shares her full circle experience.

    This topics is broken down into easy and digestible episodes to help navigate challenging terms and ideas. Sandy provides real and easy tips and tricks!
    At some point in our careers, we’ve either wanted to or will want to change a type of guideline or approach to practice/equipment/drug and we have to use evidence to guide our university assignments and future/current practice. We can’t shy away from this topic! But this mini-series is here to help!

    We also have a fantastic giveaway with Dr Sandy MacQuarrie and Elsevier textbooks! Keep an eye out!
    Trailer is coming Monday!

    Releasing order:
    Episode 1 - Wednesday 22/5
    Episode 2 - Friday 24/5
    Episode 3 - Monday 27/5
    Episode 4 - Wednesday 29/5
    Episode 5 - Friday 31/5

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    2 mins
  • S4 Ep14: Expedition Medicine w/ Dr Josh Allison co-founder of 'Unique Expeditions'

    S4 Ep14: Expedition Medicine w/ Dr Josh Allison co-founder of 'Unique Expeditions'
    Nov 6 2023
    Welcome back to 'The Student Paramedic Podcast'. This week we have a conversation with Dr Josh Allison from Unique Expeditions.

    Josh is an Expedition and Wilderness Medicine Doctor based in London. Over the years he has gained field experience across the globe, where he provides medical support for teams heading into remote and austere environments. Whether navigating 7,000m Andean mountains, American deserts or dense tropical jungles, he’s done it all whilst looking after teams of intrepid explorers. Josh also spends much of his time training the future Wilderness Medical Specialists as the medical lead for Unique Expeditions and various other organisations. When not in the wilderness Josh works in a busy Emergency Department and spends his spare time rock climbing and cycling.

    We gain some insight into what expedition medicine entails and how to get involved in this aspect of medicine.


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    37 mins
  • S4 Ep13: What is an Expedition Paramedic? w/ Sam Woodcock

    S4 Ep13: What is an Expedition Paramedic? w/ Sam Woodcock
    Oct 12 2023

    Sam is a Hazardous Area Response Team (HART) paramedic with a passion for adventure. He has been involved in expeditions and adventures across the world in the role of a paramedic.

    This week we have a chat about his experiences, what it means to be a paramedic on a expeditions, some of the various clinical challenges and how to navigate scope of practice etc.

    Examples of courses: 

    https://www.r2rinternational.com/

    https://wms.org/

    https://worldextrememedicine.com/world-extreme-medicine-conference/?gad=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwrfymBhCTARIsADXTabmfxg1xV9wteIa2XPJZhvb2WpYFaxWmBy_PsRxGhOUuurqQyaorF9MaAqmyEALw_wcB

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    35 mins