Daniel and Michelle interview Luke Estes, the head of the Mobile Integrated Health (MIH) department at Prisma Health. They discuss Luke's career journey, the evolution of community paramedicine, and the impact of MIH on the EMS industry. Luke shares insights on the various programs under MIH, the importance of meeting patients where they are, and the future of EMS as it shifts towards more holistic care. The conversation also touches on the barriers to entry for community paramedics, the need for more resources, and the collaboration between MIH and local EMS agencies.

Takeaways
-Mobile Integrated Health (MIH) is a growing field within EMS.
-Community paramedics focus on addressing social determinants of health.
-The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the growth of MIH programs.
-Community paramedics often provide care in patients' homes.
-There is a need for more funding and resources in MIH.
-Community paramedics can help reduce hospital readmissions.
-Collaboration between MIH and local EMS agencies is crucial.
-Education and training are essential for community paramedics.
-Community paramedics can perform clinical tasks traditionally done by nurses or doctors.
-The future of EMS lies in treating patients where they are.

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