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Chris Smetana, AS, FP-C, CCP-C, NRP | Founder/President

Meet Chris Smetana, President of Mind the Frontline and Senior Director of EMS Education at IA MED. With over two decades of experience as a former Critical Care Flight Paramedic/HSAR Tech and a seasoned EMS Educator, Chris is dedicated to advancing research, education, and well-being in healthcare, the military, and public service. Chris's contributions extend internationally, as he has worked closely with military and governmental agencies, providing support to various units and departments within the US government and beyond as a Department of Defense contractor. As a national speaker and accomplished author in the medical education field, Chris has authored numerous publications covering topics such as Critical Care Medicine, Aircrew Operations, and Advanced Cardiopulmonary Transport. Chris is a passionate advocate for positive organizational culture, mental health awareness, and professional development within the EMS industry. He is committed to driving innovation, emphasizing diversity, and fostering adaptability to propel the field forward.

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Part 5: Embracing Growth and Thriving: Your Dopamine-Driven Journey

A Journey of Resilience Welcome to the final chapter of our blog series, "Rewiring Your Brain with Natural Dopamine After Trauma." In this fifth and concluding installment, we embark on a journey of growth, resilience, and thriving. As a non-profit...

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Unrealistic Expectations: How our expectations can hinder our recovery

Navigating the Path to Healing Welcome to another episode of Critical Conversations by Mind the Frontline. In Episode 04, we address a critical...

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Setting the Stage for Success: Your First Ketamine Therapy Session Guide for First Responders

KETAMINE THERAPY SESSION GUIDE FOR FIRST RESPONDERS In the realm of mental health and wellness, first responders often face unique challenges that...

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Exploring Ketamine Therapy: A New Frontier in First Responder Mental Health Treatment

A New Frontier in First Responder Mental Health Treatment In the demanding world of first responders, the toll on mental health is profound....

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Part 4: Mindfulness and Dopamine: Cultivating Inner Healing

A Journey Inward Welcome back to our blog series, "Rewiring Your Brain with Natural Dopamine After Trauma." In this fourth installment, we invite you...

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Navigating Trauma Responses: A  Guide to PTSD Mitigation with Tania Glenn, PsyD, LCSW, CCTP

Navigating the Path to Healing Welcome to another insightful episode of Critical Conversations by Mind the Frontline. In Episode 1, we had the...

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Part 3: Nurturing Resilience: Strategies for Boosting Natural Dopamine

Empowering Resilience Welcome back to our transformative blog series, "Rewiring Your Brain with Natural Dopamine After Trauma." In this third...

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Part 2: The Trauma-Dopamine Connection: How Trauma Affects Brain Chemistry

Navigating the Complex Nexus Welcome back to our blog series, "Rewiring Your Brain with Natural Dopamine After Trauma." In this second installment,...

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Part 1: Understanding Natural Dopamine & Its Role in Mental Health

Navigating the Path to Healing Life as a first responder is a journey filled with incredible feats of bravery, selflessness, and unwavering...

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