Paramedicine in Canada with Walter Tavares- Educational innovations

In this episode we are thrilled to speak with Walter Tavares. Walter is a Paramedic, Scientist and Assistant Professor at The Wilson Centre and Post-MD Education at the University of Toronto in the Faculty of Medicine.Walter is also an adjunct Associate Professor at Monash University’s Department of Paramedicine. Walter holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics with specializations in Health Research Methods and Medical Education.This podcast episode continues our international theme but now exploring EMS in Canada, how it works and some of the unique challenges being faced. Specifically, we cover a few concepts as they relate to paramedicine with education as a central point:Paramedicine in CanadaStress and clinical performance and how it can be assessedInnovative ways to provide continuing educationUnique challenges and opportunities being faced by paramedicine in Canada and across the globeWe hope you enjoy the episode!