Name
Co-transport of Newly Born Patients in Ambulances
Description
EMS providers face a daunting variety of conditions on emergency responses, a notable example is imminent childbirth and how to transport a patient and their infant immediately after childbirth. During this course providers will learn about the EMS for Children mission and associated programs related to the safe transport of neonatal or newly born patients in ambulances, discuss specific guidance related to appropriate restraint of pediatric patients during cotransport, and take away key actions they can use to provide safer transport for newborn and pediatric patients.
NYS CME: Mandatory Non-Core - Safe Transport of Pediatric Patients
Speakers
Amy Eisenhauer, Health Research IncVital Signs Programs CoordinatorAmy Eisenhauer brings over 25 years of EMS experience, having served in diverse operational, supervisory, managerial, and executive roles across clinical and educational environments. She currently serves as the EMS for Children Program Manager in New York, where she supports system development, provider education, and quality improvement initiatives.
Amy holds a bachelor’s degree in political science and combines her academic background with real-world EMS insight to advocate for informed policy, mental health awareness, and leadership development in prehospital care. She is a nationally recognized speaker, having presented at numerous EMS and public safety conferences. Her writing has been featured in leading EMS trade publications, and she has contributed to several first responder texts focused on mental health and wellness for EMS providers.
Date & Time
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM