Join NAEMT President and Kootenai Fire Chief Chris Way as he takes you on a deeply personal and transformative journey through his recent experience with a life-changing cancer diagnosis. Known for his humor and humility, Chief Way will share what it’s like to transition from being a leader in EMS to becoming a patient reliant on the very healthcare providers and systems he once worked alongside.
Through this candid and inspiring session, attendees will gain unique insights into the profound impact of relationships, attitude, and resilience on patient care. Chief Way will discuss how the connections we foster as healthcare professionals shape the care experience, how a positive mindset can influence outcomes, and why relinquishing control is sometimes necessary—and okay.
This session is a heartfelt reminder of the humanity behind the uniforms and a powerful exploration of how resilience can fuel recovery.
