As defined by the National Association of EMS Physicians, EMS Medical Oversight is “the ultimate responsible authority for the medical actions taken by a prehospital provider or EMS system and the process of performing actions to ensure that care provided by EMS personnel is appropriate.”
EMS medical oversight is a cooperative effort requiring other physicians, nurses and EMS personnel working together for the EMS system to be effective. The EMS Medical Director is a critical component of the EMS system in Virginia and is frequently recognized as one of the leaders that help set the ‘tone’ for the system.
The information and resources on this page are provided to assist physicians perform their roles and responsibilities within the EMS system in Virginia as an Operational Medical Director (OMD) and/or Physician Course Coordinator.
Links & Documents
- EMS Provider Appeals Process – HB1856
- EMS Medical Director Discussion Board
- Vaccine Administration by certain EMS Personnel
- Antigen Testing
- Application for EMS Physician Endorsement
- Medical Direction Committee
- Position Papers Protocols and Pilot Programs
- Scope of Practice – Formulary
- Scope of Practice – Procedures
- Southeastern Institute of Research (SIR) OMD Study
- EMS Drug Kits and OMD’s
- Sample OMD Agreement Form
- OMD Insurance Infomation
EMS Physician Portal
EMS Medical Director Course Information
- EMS Medical Director Workshops 2022 – 2023 – Updated
- EMS Medical Directors Handbook
- On-line EMS Medical Director Course
Related Links
- Medical Society of Virginia (MSV)
- National Association of EMS Physicians (NAEMSP)
- National Association of State EMS Officials (NASEMSO) Medical Directors Council
- Virginia College of Emergency Physicians (VACEP)
Training Videos for EMS Physicians
- Course Request Approval Process
- Accessing My Digital EMS Physician Endorsement Card
- How to Change Password and Update Address