- Thomas
- Platt
- EdD, NRP, FAEMS
- Associate Dean for Academic Partnerships, Chair for the Department and Professor
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Biography
Thomas Platt was inspired to become a paramedic after a familial loss. He now has over 30 years of experience in Emergency Medical Services (EMS) education and leadership. He has served on a number of national boards and EMS development projects. Platt has also served as project manager for international development projects. He’s authored numerous ancillary products and texts for EMS Education and has served as a paramedic for EMS agencies, a flight paramedic for STAT MedEvac and a volunteer firefighter. Platt is passionate about being an advocate for students to help them achieve their goals.
Education
- Undergraduate Degree in Public Administration, University of Pittsburgh
- Master’s Degree in Adult Education, Penn State
- Doctoral Degree in Instructional Design and Technology, University of Pittsburgh
Awards
- University of Pittsburgh School of Education Early Career Award, 2012
- The Jim McCaffrey Memorial Educational Excellence Award Instructor of the Year, 2017
- National Association of EMS Physicians (NAEMSP), 2023
Publications
- Wright, D., Baker, T., Muthersbaugh, H., Platt, T., Kerr, R., Miller, J. (2021). Position Statement: The Role of EMS Physician Assistant (PA) and Nurse Practitioner (NP) in EMS Systems. Prehospital Emergency Care
- Gugiu, M. R., McKenna, K.D., Platt, T.E., Panchal, A. R. (2023). A Proposed Theoretical Framework for Clinical Judgment in EMS, Prehospital Emergency Care
- Patterson PD, Friedman JC, Ding S, Miller RS, Martin-Gill C, Hostler D, Platt TE. (2023). Acute Effect of Night Shift Work on Endothelial Function with and without Naps: A Scoping Review. Int J Environ Res Public Health
Professional Organization Appointments
- Member, National Association of EMS Physicians
- President, Pittsburgh Emergency Medicine Foundation
- Fellow, Academy of Emergency Medical Services (FAEMS)
