What will we be discussing?
The concept of the ‘burden of command’, which has a historical legacy that pre-dates the Great Wars, is becoming a growing concern affecting our paramedic leaders. Join us as we seek to explore the ‘burden of command’ that exists within the paramedic community. The session will feature research highlights as they pertain to the psychological health and well-being of paramedic leaders in Canada, and a showcasing of the results from a recent pilot study with paramedic leaders in Eastern Ontario. Planned activities throughout the session are intended to promote the generation of ideas, the sharing of information…
This session is based on a great presentation at the 2024 Paramedic Chiefs of Canada Leadership Summit. To participate in great presentations like this in person, visit https://paramedicchiefsleadershipsummit.com/
Who will be speaking?
Dr. Renée MacPhee has been an integral member in the Canadian paramedic community for almost 30 years, devoting her time helping as a researcher and educator. She is a tireless advocate dedicated to improving their physical and mental health and well-being. MacPhee is the co-inventor of the Ottawa Paramedic Physical Abilities Test (OPPAT), Founding Member of the Canadian Institute for Public Safety Research & Treatment (CIPRST), member of the Mental Health Collaborative for Public Safety Personnel with the Ontario Solicitor General’s Office, co-author of the seed document for the CSA Paramedic Psychological Health and Wellness Standard, and lead researcher on a national study of violence against paramedics that will be launched next month. Her determination to identify and implement solutions that address the needs of the paramedic community has earned her the respect and cooperation of paramedic leadership, frontline, and labor groups. She is the recipient of the Paramedic Chiefs of Canada Presidential Award of Excellence, marking the first time that the award has been bestowed upon a civilian. In 2022 she was she was presented with the Laurier University Award for Community Service and Engagement in recognition of her efforts supporting Canadian paramedics. It is her long-held belief that successful research in the field of paramedicine is the result of work that is done by paramedics, with paramedics, for paramedics.
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