Trine’s BCHP partners with local providers for EMS training
July 16, 2025
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Members of the Fort Wayne Fire Department Emergency Medical Service participate in
training at Trine University's Brooks College of Health Professions on July 9. (Photo
by Dean Orewiler)
FORT WAYNE — Area emergency medical services (EMS) personnel are receiving additional
hands-on training through an innovative new partnership with Trine University’s Brooks
College of Health Professions (BCHP).
The BCHP is collaborating with the Three Rivers Ambulance Authority (TRAA) and the
Fort Wayne Fire Department Emergency Medical Service to provide specialized procedural
training — such as intravenous access, advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) and airway
management — overseen by experienced EMS practitioners.
“This collaboration allows us to enhance our skills and deepen our understanding of
anatomy as we continue to deliver high-quality care,” said Cody Brooks, assistant
chief EMS for the Fort Wayne Fire Department. “The experience with Brooks College
has been outstanding, providing us with a wealth of opportunities for growth and development.”
"TRAA is excited to be partnering with Trine University and the use of their state-of-the-art
training faculty to receive hands-on medical training for our employees,” said Sandra
Lewison, clinical director for Three Rivers Ambulance Authority. “With this partnership,
our employees get to learn new skills in person with experienced providers, which
improves confidence levels and provides better care for our community."
The Brooks College of Health Professions offers state-of-the-art classrooms and laboratories
and features, in partnership with the Parkview Mirro Center, an innovative Simulated
Patient Care Center (SimCenter) including mock surgery and Emergency Room suites and
exam and patient rooms.
“By leveraging the expertise of frontline responders and the state-of-the-art facilities
at Trine University’s Brooks College of Health Professions, this education partnership
aims to ensure the high quality of pre-hospital care provided to Fort Wayne-area residents,”
said Lisa Clemens, DMSc, PA-C, dean of the Brooks College of Health Professions. “Training
opportunities not only sharpen technical proficiency, but also build confidence for
critical, time-sensitive situations.”
Trine University has received grant funding from Ansys, an engineering simulation and 3D design software company, to expand simulation-based learning across key mechanical and aerospace engineering courses.
Alumni, employees and friends of Trine University contributed more than $140,000 to Trine University scholarships, renovations and other areas during Giving Tuesday on Dec. 2.