Paula Derr
About the Author
Paula Derr is a seasoned emergency medical services professional with over two decades of experience in critical care and pre-hospital medicine. As a paramedic, educator, and author, she has dedicated her career to bridging the gap between complex medical knowledge and practical application for frontline responders. Her writing demystifies life-saving protocols, offering concise tools that empower EMS personnel to deliver high-quality care under pressure. Derr's commitment to the field stems from her hands-on roles in urban and rural emergency settings, where she witnessed the vital need for reliable, portable references. Through her acclaimed guides, she continues to shape the training and performance of medical teams worldwide, emphasizing clarity, accuracy, and real-world utility in every page.
