Before, During, and After EMS Arrives

Available on the Traumoto Academy and Youtube, In this 1 hour and 20 minute recorded session, Toby Schapiro — NREMT Instructor — walks through the entire journey of a motorcycle injury, from the moment an accident happens all the way through hospital discharge.

Here’s what we covered:

🚑 Before EMS Arrives– What bystanders should (and shouldn’t) do– How to prepare yourself medically as a rider– Common scene mistakes that complicate care

🚨 During EMS Care– What EMS is looking for on arrival– How to communicate clearly and efficiently– Information that actually matters vs. what doesn’t– How to be a “good patient” under stress

🏥 At the Hospital– What happens during handoff– Triage, trauma bay, imaging, admission– Why certain tests and delays occur– How to advocate for yourself appropriately

📋 After Discharge– What to expect during recovery– Follow-ups, referrals, and documentation– Mental and physical recovery considerations

💬 Live Q&A– Real community questions– Practical clarifications– Tips and techniques to help riders navigate the system confidently

This session gives riders a full, behind-the-scenes look at what truly happens from roadside to recovery — and how to move through it intelligently.