Wichita State University
Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management in South Central Kansas
c/o DRAC
Date: November 10, 2023 (Friday)
Time: 12 PM – 1 PM
MS Teams Link: Click here to join the meeting
Abstract: In the face of hazards, disasters, or emergency situations, our communities respond
variously related to aspects of geography, population, communication patterns, and
available resources. Join us for a panel discussion featuring regional public safety and emergency response leaders with experience
at national, state, and community levels. They will provide insights and examples
of current strengths and weaknesses as well as recommendations for enhancing community resilience in disruptive circumstances.
Panelists:
- Jaime Anderson: South Central and Southeast Kansas Readiness and Response Coordinator for the Healthcare Coalition Partners of KS
- Kyle Burtch: Chief Workforce Officer of Sedgwick County Emergency Medical Services (EMS), leading the SCEMS Specialty teams which includes the Disaster Management Support Unit
- Terry David: Rice County Commissioner; former Reno County EMS Chief and National Association of EMT Board of Directors
- Dave Johnston: Reno County EMS Chief and Kansas EMS Association Past President, former Operations Manager/Deputy Director of Sedgwick County EMS and Kansas Association of Counties board member
Moderator: David Shinn: Working in the field of medicine since 2002, David has established
and maintained multiple organizations and companies in the fields of public safety,
search and rescue, and professional education.
