More than a tough day: exploring the real impact of prehospital work

17 Sep 2025
College of Paramedics
Ambulance
This session presents fresh findings from a pilot qualitative study exploring how prehospital clinicians experience and mitigate the emotional impact of their work. Based on MSc dissertation research, the talk reflects on themes of resilience, pre-emptive training, and the limitations of reactive interventions like TRiM. With implications for service development, education, and staff support, this session aims to spark meaningful dialogue around sustaining well-being in the ambulance service and beyond.
Speakers
Rebekah Woodhams
Rebekah Woodhams, Paramedic and Researcher - Queen Mary's University London