Title | Mettlach, Frank |
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Date | May 11, 2016 |
Description | Ethnographic summary: As a part of a series of EMS Oral Histories, Frank Mettlach discusses basic biographical information and a brief description of his life before becoming a paramedic, taking classes and on the job training at various fire stations. Throughout the interview, Frank compares EMS training and methods from the early years to now, and elaborates on contributions of Medical Directors Dr. Pepe and Dr. Persse to the field. Frank’s personal stories and thoughts make up the bulk of the interview and provide insight to the daily experiences of paramedics in Houston. Towards the end Frank talks about the importance of mental health maintenance for EMTs and the emotional strain of the job. |
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Language | English |
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Original Item Location | ID 2006-005, HHA 01107 |
Original Collection | Oral Histories - Houston History Project |
Digital Collection | Oral Histories from the Houston History Project |
Digital Collection URL | http://digital.lib.uh.edu/collection/houhistory |
Repository | Special Collections, University of Houston Libraries |
Repository URL | http://info.lib.uh.edu/about/campus-libraries-collections/special-collections |
Use and Reproduction | In Copyright - Educational Use Permitted: This item is protected by copyright. Copyright to this resource is held by the creator or current rights holder; however, you are free to use this item for educational purposes without obtaining permission from the rights holder(s). For other uses, permission from the rights-holder(s) is required. |
File Name | index.cpd |
Title | Mettlach, audio 1 of 5 |
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File Name | hhaoh_201703_065_001.mp3 |
Access File Run Time | 00:06:27 |