The Definition, The Purpose & Expectations...

MENTAL: Intellectual process involving the mind or could also be a disorder, you be the judge...
MEDIC: Medical practitioners in the armed forces in the old days got given the nickname, it's also an old world herb of the genus Medicago, having small flowers and trifoliate leaves ie the 3 leaf clover.
MONOLOGUE: A long utterance by one person (especially one that prevents others from participating in the conversation).

In South Africa we do not have the luxury of been able to debrief often, its too busy, no this, no that, so we make do with what we have, besides one does not get the award for being the no1 trauma capital in the world for nothing! But this "little rural village" is the most diverse in the world, from one end of the spectrum to the other in sociology, physiology and criminology. Expect to be entertained, shocked, informed, empowered, touched, saddened, sickened, surprised, educated, tested, enlightened and if you are in the EMS would definitely be able to relate to the blog.

So in a nut shell it will be the method of my choice in "debriefing myself", like its needed. If a calling a spade a spade offends you then I suggest you run now, this blog will contain graphic descriptions and pictures that will shock you...

Reality as real as it gets, depicted through my eyes and sharing my experiences with you. Let your thoughts be provoked, mindsets adjusted and attitudes challenged.




Monday, July 4, 2011

LinkedIn Network Updates, 7/04/2011

LinkedIn
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LinkedIn Network Updates
FEATURED UPDATES
Jun 27 - Jul 4
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PROFILE

* Garth Van Zyl has uploaded a new profile picture ({1}):
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CONNECTIONS

* Garth Van Zyl is now connected to carmen opperman, Llewellyn De Jager, Andre Visser, and 7 other people.



POSTS




* Garth Van Zyl Perfect for when you have loads of work to get through...3hr Procrastination Mix. Nom nom nom... http://mfi.re/?z6wwb8q8v8v4mpf


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* Garth Van Zyl RT @fictioniswhat: I'm #awake ! Tune in to www.muthafm.com in 2hrs & 45 min for the 'What Is Fiction' - Radio Show Saturday Social. #insidescoop @fictionradio


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* Garth Van Zyl RT @cbcmedics: In case of a medical emergency in the Camps Bay area, dial: 021 438 HELP/4357


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* Garth Van Zyl Win one of 30 Helivac Family Memberships worth R2000 each: http://t.co/vYVdUsq


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* Garth Van Zyl Opening this weekend @Vodacom cinema's nationwide - Harry Potgieter and the Deadly Halloo Halloo Halloo's & Oh Shucks it's F#cked


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Friday, July 1, 2011

Are you taking on new clients?

Medicare EMR's All New Look...

As we hit the halfway mark of 2011, one thinks to yourself...my time flies...

So as they say 'a change is as good as a holiday' and boy are we entering exciting times. Keep your eyes posted as we will be launching brand new services and products in the weeks to follow...

Lead By Example & Others Will Follow...

Thursday, June 30, 2011

R45 Claims another life...Please help us make the R45 Safer

Early yesterday morning Medicare EMR was dispatched to a serious MVA involving a truck that had ploughed into the mountain, trapping the four occupants. On duty medic Kurt Maske and his younger brother Kean, currently a first aider, were the first to arrive on scene. With operations hindered by limited communication, information had to be relayed via SAPS to Medicare EMR, Metro Rescue and ER24. In a combined operation between all attending, the AMS Medicopter and Metro Rescue 6 was dispatched.

Unfortunately the driver of the truck was killed in the impact as the truck, believed to have lost it breaks ploughed into the side of the mountain. The truck continued with momentum scrapping down the side of the mountain further trapping the other occupants in the crushed cab.

After a difficult 3hr rescue operation, AMS airlifted a critical patient for further treatment at a tertiary hospital. The other two occupants were lucky to get away with less serious injuries. The Franschhoek Pass remained closed for some time whilst the scene was cleared.

Thanks to all involved in preventing further loss of life and congratulations on a job well done. Condolences to the truck drivers family, you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Please help us make the R45 a safer road by signing our petition @ http://www.mypetition.co.za/index.php?page=sign_petition&petition_id=547

Mr Mahlasti....May you rest in peace, you served your country well...

Our condolences to the Mahlasti family, a brother lost in the EMS is a brother lost in our family...

http://roadsafety.co.za/2011/06/28/sad-day-for-emergency-services-as-a-hero-loses-his-life/