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Published online by Cambridge University Press: 21 May 2025
Integrating military and civilian capabilities in emergency medical teams (EMTs) is underexplored in Poland. Enhanced coordination between these sectors can significantly improve EMT development and deployment, aligning with international guidelines and adapting to Poland’s specific context.
The primary objectives are to develop policies for seamless civil-military collaboration in EMT operations, establish universally recognized and locally relevant standards, enhance EMT capabilities through joint training programs, implement rapid mobilization and effective coordination strategies, and create interoperable systems for coordination between EMTs and other rapid response capacities.
This study employs a multi-faceted approach, including developing joint protocols and communication channels for civil-military coordination, aligning with WHO guidelines while adapting to local needs. It establishes benchmarks for consistency and quality across military and civilian EMTs. Joint training programs focus on skill development, operational coordination, and cultural competence. Agile strategies for rapid mobilization and joint operational plans are designed. Interoperable systems for effective coordination and resource sharing between EMTs and other rapid response teams are developed.
The approach facilitates more efficient EMT deployments, enhances operational consistency through standardized protocols, builds competent responders through training, improves rapid response capabilities, and optimizes resource utilization through seamless coordination and interoperability.
Leveraging civil-military collaboration can significantly enhance Poland’s EMT capabilities. By focusing on policy innovation, standard setting, capacity building, emergency response, and interoperability, Poland can establish a robust and integrated emergency response framework. This vision strengthens national capabilities and sets a precedent for harmonizing civil and military efforts in emergency medical response globally.