It was wonderful to spend time this afternoon with the leadership team of Georgetown Emergency Response Medical Service (GERMS) and to express my appreciation to them for their extraordinary contributions. For three and a half decades, the members of this all-volunteer, student-run organization have dedicated their time and expertise to providing emergency medical care to our community and neighborhood. We are deeply grateful to each of them for their commitment to service and to caring for our community. I include a link below with additional information. http://www.georgetownems.org/
Now that the new semester in full swing, we want to remind everyone of the free emergency medical services and ambulance transport GERMS offers in Georgetown, Burleith, and Foxhall. Services are free for all, regardless of affiliation with Georgetown University. See the map below for our exact boundaries. If you are ever unsure if you are within our boundaries feel free to call. If we can't reach you, our dispatchers will send an ambulance from DC Fire and EMS.
As a reminder, Georgetown University has a medical amnesty policy protecting the patient and the individual(s) who call GERMS from disciplinary action in the event of a drug or alcohol related emergency. Additionally, all GERMS members are required by law to maintain the privacy and confidentiality of all our patients.
As always, our number is 202-687-4357
Interested in becoming a nationally certified EMT? Come to one of our info sessions on 1/15 or 1/17 at 7pm in ICC 105 to learn more about the Spring 2019 GERMS EMT Class! The class begins on January 22nd, so don't miss out!
Attending one of the info sessions is mandatory in order to apply to the GERMS class. If you are unable to make it to an info session but would still like to take the class, or if you have any other questions, please reach out to training@georgetownems.org 🚑
GERMS is officially back in service for the spring semester as of 8pm tonight. If you are experiencing a medical emergency on campus, or in the neighborhoods of West Georgetown, Burleith, or Foxhall call (202)687-HELP for free emergency medical treatment and transport.
Interested in becoming a Nationally Registered EMT? Come to one of our information sessions on January 15th or 17th, 7-8:30pm, to learn more about GERMS' spring NREMT class. Info sessions will be held on Georgetown's main campus, exact location TBD. Fill out the interest form linked below and check back here for updates. Our class is open to all Georgetown affiliates as well as non-Georgetown affiliates. Admission is need blind and financial aid is available for Georgetown undergraduates. Attendance at one information session is required to be considered for the class. Don't hesitate to message our facebook page or email training@georgetownems.org for more information. We hope to see you there!
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Please fill out this form if you would like to receive updates and information about the Spring 2019 GERMS EMT class. The form will automatically collect your email address that you use to fill...GERMS is officially out of service for winter break. If you or someone else is experiencing a medical emergency, please call 911. Happy holidays! ❄️⛄️🎄
Remember to submit all applications to the Spring 2019 Probationary Class by 11:59 PM tonight! If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out to probationary@georgetownems.org.
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Create a new survey on your own or with others at the same time. Choose from a variety of survey types and analyze results in Google Forms. Free from Google.Want to learn how to save a life? GERMS is helping Georgetown re-certify as a HEARTSafe Campus for the next three years, and we need your help! Come to the Leavey Center today any time between 2:00 PM and 5:30 PM and spend ~5 minutes of your time learning how to save a life with hands-only bystander CPR.
We'll teach you how to assess an unresponsive patient, how to call for help, and how to begin CPR. You will even get to practice your skills on a CPR mannequin!
Keep up the strong work. You can always do "surprise" ultra-brief trainings where students gather to build your numbers and improve awareness.
Shoutout to Lindsey Caines (NHS '19), a Crew Chief and our Vice President of Operations, for being featured in an article published today by Georgetown University! We are extremely proud of all of our members for the hard work they do to serve the Georgetown community around the clock.
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Emergency Response Care Service Operated by Students Continues to Save Lives
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Lindsey Caines (NHS’19) serves as crew chief and vice president of operations on the executive board of the Georgetown Emergency Response Medical Service (GERMS), one o...The application for the GERMS Probationary Class of Spring 2019 is now open! The application will remain open until 11:59 PM on Sunday, December 9th, 2018. Please direct any questions you may have to probationary@georgetownems.org.
Membership in GERMS gives Georgetown students the opportunity to ride for a fully licensed EMS agency in the District of Columbia, providing free pre-hospital care and transport to the greater Georgetown community. We welcome any Georgetown undergraduates holding a valid NREMT certification to apply. Our members have the opportunity to develop their medical, leadership, and organizational skills in addition to developing friendships with a great team of people dedicated to serving their community.
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