The Geriatric Emergency Medical Services Advisory Committee (GEMSAC) was created in 2002 as part of an ongoing effort to maintain high-quality emergency medical care. MIEMSS identified a need for geriatric-specific EMS educational programs, evaluation of geriatric emergency assessment guidelines and treatment protocols, and other relevant geriatric emergency management issues. In order to incorporate a geriatric-specific component into the Maryland EMS System, MIEMSS established the GEMSAC consisting of members with clinical knowledge and expertise in geriatric patient care. The committee’s primary responsibilities include the evaluation of current geriatric assessment guidelines, recommendations for geriatric specific protocol changes, and advisement on EMS geriatric educational curricula in the future.
Mission Statement
The Geriatric Emergency Medical Services Advisory Committee Mission Statement is to provide Maryland’s Emergency Medical Services System advice and guidance in order to meet the specialized health care needs of elderly patients. Specific guidance will be provided with respect to training and continuing education requirements for EMS and health care providers, the Maryland Medical Protocols for EMS providers, and quality improvement initiatives.