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Tissue or Sim?? How do you prefer to do your training? I've done ATLS both ways and I have to say that invivo training is amazing, but I also feel that sim training has something to offer. Check out these full synthetic cadavers available from SynDaver. They also offer wearable chest tube trainers and stand alone cric trainers. Good stuff!

http://syndaver.com/shop/syndaver/syndaver-synthetic-human/

The SynDaver Surgical Model is the most elaborate and sophisticated full-body surgical simulator ever devised. An exquisite 3D jigsaw puzzle; every muscle, bone, vascular component and organ is removable and replaceable. This is the apex of hands-on surgical simulation.
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Here's a podcast we did with Mike Seeklander, FLETC instructor, Marine, and shooting coach.

http://blog.shooting-performance.com/trauma-management-for…/

Show #12 Interview with Bill Lewitt, Bill is a Critical Care Paramedic-RN and a 15 year veteran of Emergency Medical Services. Bill received his Paramedic training at the University of Texas Health Sciences Center - San Antonio and has provided services caring for the acutely ill and injured in both…
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Alright. Listen up... do not under any circumstances allow a gap in your situational awareness. Do not forget the lessons we have learned during our time at the GWOT University. Boston is a nexus. We know this. For those in other AO, you know your exposure. This is the real.

http://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-34853657

Five days after the Paris attacks, a seven-hour police raid on a flat leaves two suspects dead and seven arrested, officials say.
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A tissue demo of the celox Z-fold gauze in our Enhanced EDC kit. At this point Celox is the best hemostatic on the market.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=wzngTWLjWbo

Conducted at the Summit of the Armed Society in April 2012, this test compared current all versions of Celox against all current formulations of Quick Clot.
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Our Enhanced EDC trauma kits are in stock and ready to ship. If you're following this page, you know why it's a necessity at this point.

http://wayofthegun.com/products/upgraded-edc-kit

The upgraded EDC kit utilizes the new z-fold Celox Rapid along with the versatile SWAT-T tourniquet. Roughly the size of a wallet, there's no excuse not to have
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In addition to being a fearless, high speed, low drag, life-saving, death-dealing, BAMF the field medic is also expected to serve as a highly mobile and stable field expedient firing position. Happy Veterans Day to every Medic and Corpsman, past and present.

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Master Chief Harry Bologna (ret.) was gravely injured last month during ground operations in Afghanistan. Master Chief Bologna is a legend in the SPECWAR community and has served around the globe during his active duty career. I've had the pleasure of training with Harry, he is a gifted instructor and a genuinely nice guy.

If you're able, please take a moment to support Master Chief Bologna and his family.

https://www.gofundme.com/harrybologna

Harry Bologna, a Virginia Beach resident, is a very worthy person to dedicate our local No Shave November initiative to this year. Our president Scott Adam's has known Harry for 6 years and can attest to his character and attitude as someone we should step up for if at all possible. Harry is exp...
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Yeah. It's exactly like that.

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Morning moto. What are you doing to keep up your skillset today?

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Who trains with anatomical targets? Are you shooting for the 10-ring or the mediasteinum??

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Thanks for all the new members! Lots of new adds recently. Give us an idea of what you guys would like to see out of this page and what your background is.

On our way to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Department range after teaching in Tallahassee all week. Thanks to everyone at the Criminal Justice Training Center for hosting the High Liability Trainers Conference. Looking forward to coming back next year!

Techline makes the best trauma simulators on the market and it's all we use!

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Where in the world is Tom? Where ever it is, TOM has been separated into 3 pieces for use as part-task trainers!

It's official. The WayoftheGun.com Web Cart is now up and running. All of our aid kits, swag, and training can be purchased through the site. Next class is Aug 29 and 30 in Merrimac Mass!

I'll be offering a disconut code sometime this week so keep an eye out.

I had an officer in my Basic Trauma Management for Shooters course yesterday who served in Fallujah and participated in the warrant service which resulted in the death of Chief Michael Maloney and the injury of four other officers last year in Greenland, New Hampshire. I want to thank him for his first hand account of these events and for casting a very harsh light on the realities of a gunfight.

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Tactical Development Group would like to announce our strategic partnership with Chis Fields of King 33 in Southington, CT. Our medical element will be providing support to King 33 for their tactial operations and weapon handling programs. Chris is a top notch instructor with trigger time in theatre as a Special Forces Operator and Security Contractor. We are excited to be working with King 33 and plan on bringing some fantastic training to the New England area!

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Basic Trauma Management for Shooters: Saturday, May 25th in Attleboro, MA. 150.00

Approved for 8 hrs OEMS credit for Mass. EMT's and Paramedics. No prerequisite training necessary!

With the natural disaster that is currently unfolding in Oklahoma, I think it's time we all asked ourselves what we would do if a member of our family suffered a critical injury? Could you provide the immediate care necessary to save their life? While BTMS is focused on injuries that result from vi...olence, these skills work on any traumatic injury. Get trained, get kit, and stay safe.

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The Tactical Development Group is comprised of experienced Operators from Special Forces, NAVSPECWAR, and Federal Law Enforcement. They teach core weapon handling and tactical skills honed during years spent deployed around the world. These skills are tailored to the specific needs of the student, w...
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In response to the attack on the City of Boston, I am offering a free day of range training. I've done this before, and I will keep doing it. Every time they hit us I will train you. This class will be held north of Boston at the "usual place," and will likely be conducted mid week. We must hang together, or we will certainly all hang separately. Please inbox me for more details.

My friends, I have been teaching Trauma Management programs to Law Enforcement, .MIL groups, and Civilians for nearly 15 years. It is the responsibility of every one who considers themselves a sheepdog to know how to administer first aid in a dynamic situation. I am asking every one of my friends to please share this post. If I can train one person to save one victim, my career as an Instructor will have been a success. Please go to my websight and facebook page for more information. http://wayofthegun.com/

The Tactical Development Group is comprised of experienced Operators from Special Forces, NAVSPECWAR, and Federal Law Enforcement. They teach core weapon handling and tactical skills honed during years spent deployed around the world. These skills are tailored to the specific needs of the student, w...
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