Blood on Board: Prehospital Blood Product Administration in Action
Prehospital blood is no longer theoretical—it’s operational, expanding, and redefining how we manage hemorrhagic shock in the field. This session brings together Chief Charles Coyle, Dr. Mark Piehl, and Dr. Christopher McLaughlin to explore how blood product administration is being successfully implemented at the point of care.
Through a combination of expert insight and scenario-based discussion, panelists will break down the clinical rationale for early transfusion, patient selection, and the real-world challenges of launching and sustaining a prehospital blood program. Topics will include storage and transport logistics, protocol development, training, and system integration.
Grounded in operational experience and clinical evidence, this session highlights how moving blood closer to the patient is transforming trauma resuscitation—and what it takes for agencies to make it a reality.