Skip to main content

Announcing the OMC YouTube Channel: A New Resource for Paramedics

09 January 2025

The Online Medical Consultation (OMC) service is supporting paramedicine in our region with real-time physician consultation for paramedics during patient care. To further enhance the use of this critical service, we are thrilled to announce the launch of the OMC YouTube Channel.

This dedicated platform features the OMC Video Series, designed to empower paramedics and Base Hospital Physicians with practical insights, actionable tips, and tools for optimizing OMC consultations. Whether you're navigating complex cases, refining communication during consultations, or staying updated on best practices, these videos are tailored to meet your needs.


What is the OMC Video Series?

The OMC Video Series provides a wide range of content to support your professional growth and effective use of OMC. Here’s what you can expect:

  • Best Practices: Improve your consultations with clear communication strategies and expert guidance.
  • Real-World Scenarios: Gain insights from practical examples of clinical care in the field.
  • Innovative Insights: Explore the evolving role of OMC in enhancing patient care and fostering collaboration.

Celebrating Paramedic Leadership

Since OMC’s pilot phase, paramedics at RPPEO have demonstrated its immense potential to improve out-of-hospital care. Your professional engagement, innovation, and dedication have played a pivotal role in shaping the success and expansion of OMC.

OMC now serves paramedics from three Base Hospitals, working together to meet the needs of paramedics and patients:

  • CPER (Centre for Paramedic Education and Research - Hamilton Health Sciences)
  • RPPEO (Regional Paramedic Program for Eastern Ontario - The Ottawa Hospital)
  • CPC (Centre for Prehospital Care - Health Sciences North)

Thank you for your leadership and continued commitment to professional excellence, which has paved the way for OMC’s growth across Ontario.


OMC is Always Here for You

Available 24/7, OMC is a dedicated resource for paramedics. Whether you’re managing a complex case, confirming protocols, or seeking advice, OMC is here to support your decision-making and elevate patient care.


How to Access the OMC Video Series

Getting started with the OMC YouTube Channel is easy:

  1. Visit the OMC YouTube Channel: Explore our growing library of videos.
  2. Subscribe: Stay updated as new content is released regularly.
  3. Share: Spread the word with colleagues and peers to make the most of this valuable resource.

Thank You for Leading the Way

Paramedics have always been innovators, reshaping patient care through collaboration, resourcefulness, and technology. The OMC YouTube Channel is another tool to support your ongoing success, helping you make the most of this invaluable service.

Visit the OMC YouTube Channel today, and discover how it can further empower you to deliver exceptional patient care. Together, we are building a future defined by patient-centred care and clinical excellence.