--- title: Mind the Frontline Podcast | Chris Smetana, AS, FP-C, CCP-C, NRP | Founder/President description: 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. --- [Skip to the main content.](https://mindthefrontline.org/mind-the-frontline-podcast/author/chris-smetana-founder-president#main-content) - [Membership](https://mindthefrontline.org/become-a-member) - [Blog](https://mindthefrontline.org/free-blog) - [Podcast](https://www.youtube.com/@MindTheFrontline/podcasts) - [Volunteer](https://mindthefrontline.org/volunteer) - [Events](https://mindthefrontline.org/events) - [Resources](https://mindthefrontline.org/resources) [![mtf logo](https://mindthefrontline.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Branding/mtf%20logo.png?width=12706&height=3246&name=mtf%20logo.png "mtf logo")](https://mindthefrontline.org/) [![mtf logo](https://mindthefrontline.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Branding/mtf%20logo.png?width=12706&height=3246&name=mtf%20logo.png "mtf logo")](https://mindthefrontline.org/) - About - [Support the Mission](https://mindthefrontline.org/donate) - [About MTFL](https://mindthefrontline.org/about) - 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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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