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Paramedics at AFAC25: Clinical Innovation, Training & Response Readiness

AFAC25 is the key paramedic conference for professionals delivering emergency medical care across Australia and New Zealand.

Designed for on-road responders,  aid services, critical care teams, and medical service coordinators, the event offers a tailored experience through hands-on training, live demonstrations, and clinical leadership insights.

Explore new technologies, decision-support systems, and real-time data solutions. Gain operational knowledge from paramedics, ambulance leaders, and emergency health experts responding to real-world incidents - from natural disasters to major public events.

Who Should Attend?

AFAC25 is for medical professionals and decision-makers involved in emergency and pre-hospital care, including:

  • Paramedics and healthcare professionals  - On-road, intensive care, and community paramedics

  • Ambulance operations and logistics managers

  • Clinical leads and educators

  • First aid trainers and simulation specialists

  • Disaster response and mass-casualty planners

  • Defense and event medical teams

  • Health service professionals supporting emergency response

Whether you’re managing front-line shifts, leading education programmes, or delivering medical coverage at special events, AFAC25 offers critical learning and connections that improve emergency medical response at all levels.

Key Themes and Topics

AFAC25 delivers a focused stream of content for paramedics, covering the full scope of modern emergency medical services, with real-world case studies and applied learning. Topics include:

  • Pre-hospital trauma and critical care systems

  • Community paramedicine and out-of-hospital care models

  • Multi-agency response to mass-casualty incidents

  • Mental health response in frontline settings

  • Medical command, control, and clinical governance

  • Emergency communications and dispatch technology

  • Responder wellbeing and psychological safety

  • Clinical innovation in rural, remote, and Indigenous communities

Each session is grounded in current clinical practice and designed to provide practical value for paramedics in operational, educational, or leadership roles.

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Live Demonstrations and Exhibitors

The AFAC25 Expo features hundreds of industry leaders and exhibitors across emergency services, healthcare, defence, and tech - giving paramedics access to the very latest in clinical and operational innovation.

Explore:

  • Advanced patient monitoring and defibrillation systems

  • Simulation tools and wearable tech for hands-on training

  • Vehicles, PPE, and logistics equipment used in field operations

  • Digital triage, telemedicine, and ePCR platforms

  • Custom kits and gear for medical services at special events

Watch live demonstrations of airway management, rescue triage, and large-scale medical coordination. See tools in action, talk directly with suppliers, and assess what works best for your team or service.

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Our Speakers

AFAC25 brings together emergency health leaders, operational experts, and paramedic educators from across Australia, New Zealand and beyond.

Through case presentations, research insights and practical sessions, the programme delivers direct learning for professionals across the medical services community.

Who Will Be Speaking?
  • Ambulance service leaders and paramedic clinical directors

  • Disaster health and mass-casualty response experts

  • Researchers in trauma systems and community care models

  • Digital health and emergency medical data innovators

  • Mental health specialists working in high-pressure response

  • Educators and simulation designers in paramedicine training

Expect insights drawn from wildfire deployments, extreme weather events, urban mass gatherings, and evolving models of out-of-hospital care.

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FAQs

About the Event

Is AFAC25 Suitable For Medical Professionals In Emergency Medical Services?

  • Yes - AFAC25 features a dedicated programme for professionals across Ambulance and Emergency Services, including paramedics, clinical leads, and support teams. It’s designed for those involved in emergency response capability, offering access to cutting-edge technology, live demonstrations, and thought leadership across all areas of patient care and incident management.

How Does AFAC25 Differ From Other Paramedic Events?

  • AFAC25 offers a broader, more integrated experience. It unites clinical learning, operational training, and strategic planning under one roof. This gives attendees a unique perspective across the entire emergency ecosystem - from lifesaving equipment and evidence-based solutions to cross-agency coordination and real-time response case studies. For Australian paramedics, this is an unrivalled opportunity to build practical capability and long-term professional networks.

Programme & Networking

Will There Be Opportunities For Hands-On Training?

  • Yes - attendees can engage in hands-on experience through simulation activities, live demos, and exhibitor showcases. Learn to operate cutting-edge emergency medical equipment, and trial aid equipment, and gain practical insight into clinical workflows. The training reflects real operational conditions and is suitable for critical care paramedics, operational teams, and those in training roles.

Will I Be Able To Connect With Other Paramedics And Healthcare Workers?

  • Absolutely. AFAC25 is built around collaboration, with structured sessions and informal opportunities for frontline responders, clinical educators, and support staff to meet, share ideas, and discuss emerging challenges in the healthcare sector. These unparalleled networking opportunities support knowledge-sharing across regions, roles, and experience levels.

Can Students Or Early-Career Paramedics Attend?

  • Yes - AFAC25 is a valuable opportunity for students, trainees, and those new to the paramedic workforce. You’ll gain exposure to industry leaders, trial new tools, and explore the future of high-quality services in emergency healthcare. Many past attendees have used the event to secure placements, meet mentors, or gain direction for ongoing development.

Key Topics & Innovations

Will AFAC25 Address Challenges Faced By Paramedics Today?

  • Yes - AFAC25 directly addresses challenges such as increased call volumes, burnout, inter-agency communications, and remote response. Sessions explore systemic issues and present evidence-based solutions grounded in real clinical and operational data.

Are Innovations In Telehealth And Digital Solutions Included?

  • Yes - the event features a range of digital solutions for triage, documentation, communication, and patient tracking. These are vital tools for improving clinical accuracy, interoperability, and emergency response capability - especially in rural or resource-constrained settings.

Will There Be Content Related To Medical Coverage At Special Events?

  • Yes - with the rise of large-scale public gatherings, AFAC25 includes case studies and planning tools for aid providers responsible for medical services at concerts, sporting events, and protests. Expect insight into planning, deployment, and coordination with ambulance teams and public safety authorities.

Registration & Travel

Do I Need To Register For Both The Conference And Exhibition?

  • The paramedic conference sessions require a delegate pass. The exhibition - including lifesaving equipment demos and exhibitor briefings - is free to attend with registration. Both components are valuable for anyone working in or supporting Ambulance and Emergency Services.

Is The Event CPD-Accredited?

  • Many sessions are eligible for CPD recognition. A certificate of attendance will be provided. We advise checking with your employer or registration body to confirm individual eligibility.

Where Is The Event Being Held And How Do I Get There?

  • AFAC25 will be held at the Perth Convention & Exhibition Centre in Western Australia, 26-29 August 2025. Perth is well connected by air across Australia and internationally, making it easily accessible for healthcare workers, educators, and operations staff travelling from interstate or overseas.

How Do I Stay Informed About Programme Updates?

  • Sign up via the AFAC25 website to receive updates about the speaker programme, exhibitors, and registration launches. This is the best way to stay informed about specific sessions relevant to Australian paramedics, operational teams, and those focused on a commitment to innovation in emergency healthcare.