Book Publications

Jacobs, D. T., & Duffee, B. (2025). Every word counts! Communication with patients in rescue and emergency medicine [Jedes Wort zählt! Kommunikation mit Patienten in Rettungs- und Notfallmedizin] (E. Dempewolf, Trans.). Carl-Auer.

 

Jacobs, D.T., & Duffee, B. (2023). Hypnotic communication in emergency medical settings: For life-saving and therapeutic outcomes. Routledge.

• This book demonstrates how hypnotic communication has the potential to improve patient outcomes in emergency care, integrating insights into the connection between mind and body for paramedics and other first responders. Providing a step-by-step guide to using these skills around a range of contexts, from managing pain to cardiovascular emergencies to respiratory distress, the book asks paramedics and first responders to become aware of what they say to patients, as well as how they say it. It offers ways to allow targeted communication to complement standard medical procedures, creating a symbiotic rapport that will provide the basis for an improved outcome for the patient.

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Mancini, D., McEldowney, J., Korinek, D., Duffee, B., Powell, S. (2011). Introduction to Communication. Schaumburg, IL: Words of Wisdom. ISBN# 978-1-934920-55-8.

• This textbook is designed as a comprehensive guide to two critical areas of communication: public speaking and interpersonal communication. The first half of this book is dedicated to public speaking skills training and development. Here, you'll delve into the art of crafting compelling speeches, overcoming stage fright, and effectively engaging audiences of all sizes. The second half shifts focus to interpersonal communication skills and development. It explores essential elements like active listening, non-verbal cues, conflict resolution, and building meaningful relationships. Whether you're addressing a large crowd or having a one-on-one conversation, this textbook is a key to unlocking the power of effective communication.

 

Journal / Periodical Publications

Duffee, B. & Newton, A. (2025). From harm to healing: Addressing the nocebic effects of negative language in emergency care. International Journal of Paramedicine. (12). 93-99. https://doi.org/10.56068/OPMU6243

 

Duffee, B. (December 23, 2025). Research highlights and innovations shaping our field. Journal of Emergency Medical Services, JEMS. Available online https://www.jems.com/patient-care/research-highlights-and-innovations-shaping-our-field/

 

Duffee, B. (November 3, 2025). Rethinking Epinephrine use in traumatic cardiac arrest. Journal of Emergency Medical Services, JEMS. Available online https://www.jems.com/patient-care/rethinking-epinephrine-use-in-traumatic-cardiac-arrest/

 

Duffee, B. (July 11, 2025). Severe hemorrhage technology developed by military researchers. Journal of Emergency Medical Services, JEMS. Available online https://www.jems.com/patient-care/severe-hemorrhage-technology-developed-by-military-researchers/

 

Duffee, B. (June 3, 2025). Closing the gap in pediatric pain management. Journal of Emergency Medical Services, JEMS. Available online https://www.jems.com/patient-care/closing-the-gap-in-pediatric-pain-management/

 

Duffee, B. (May 9, 2025). Optimizing out-of-hospital cardiac arrest outcomes. Journal of Emergency Medical Services, JEMS. Available online https://www.jems.com/patient-care/optimizing-out-of-hospital-cardiac-arrest-outcomes/

 

Duffee, B. (April 23, 2025). Addressing the challenges of eating patterns in EMS work. Journal of Emergency Medical Services, JEMS. Available online https://www.jems.com/mental-health-wellness/addressing-the-challenges-of-eating-patterns-in-ems-work/

 

Duffee, B. (March 11, 2025). Moving toward safer pediatric transport care in EMS. Journal of Emergency Medical Services, JEMS. Available online https://www.jems.com/ems-operations/moving-toward-safer-pediatric-transport-care-in-ems/

 

Duffee, B. (February 11, 2025). EMS, pioneering solutions in the opioid crisis. EMS1. https://www.ems1.com/ems-trend-report/ems-pioneering-solutions-in-the-opioid-crisis

 

Duffee, B. (November 19, 2024). How EMS is shaping mental health response amid nationwide crisis. EMS1. https://www.ems1.com/public-health/how-ems-is-shaping-mental-health-response-amid-nationwide-crisis

 

Duffee, B. (November 6, 2024). Paramedic perspectives on COVID through qualitative research. Journal of Emergency Medical Services, JEMS. Available online https://www.jems.com/patient-care/paramedic-perspectives-on-covid-through-qualitative-research/

 

Duffee, B. (October 7, 2024). Death talk from the paramedic. Journal of Emergency Medical Services, JEMS. Available online https://www.jems.com/podcasts/ems-research-podcast-death-talk-from-the-paramedic/

 

Duffee, B. (September 13, 2024). Paramedic performance in a high-stress surgical airway event. Journal of Emergency Medical Services, JEMS. Available online https://www.jems.com/podcasts/ems-research-podcast-surgical-airway-event/

 

Duffee, B. (June 17, 2024) Operating on empty: How sleep deprivation impacts medics. EMS1. Available online https://www.ems1.com/paramedic-survival/operating-on-empty-how-sleep-deprivation-impacts-medics

 

Duffee, B. (2023). COVID-19 and paramedic response: Overcategorization concerns in respiratory patients. Journal of Paramedicine and Emergency Response. Available online https://www.airitilibrary.com/Article/Detail/P20210804002-N202311070009-00029

 

Duffee, B. (2023, December 12). Decoding the Stress in EMS: More staff, better leaders needed. EMS1. Available online https://www.ems1.com/ems-products/fitness-mental-health-wellness/decoding-the-stress-in-ems?utm_source=delivra&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=EMS1-Member-12-12-2023&utm_id=6267199&fbclid=IwAR1i0q1L-bLjeRochjl_D-xC3SoVNVhptgROwzW7Tkd1lLyWhlZvvudxVn0

 

Duffee, B. (2023, October 11). From greeting to healing: Leveraging hypnosis principles for effective rapport building in first responder communication. Journal of Emergency Medical Services, JEMS. Available online https://www.jems.com/patient-care/leveraging-hypnosis-principles-for-effective-rapport-building/

 

Duffee, B. (2023, September 9). The Proven Path to Effective Emergency Response: Continuous Training for Emergency Medical Care Providers [O caminho comprovado para uma resposta eficaz a emergências: treino contínuo para os provedores de cuidados médicos de emergência]. Atlas da Saúde. Available online https://www.atlasdasaude.pt/artigos/o-caminho-comprovado-para-uma-resposta-eficaz-emergencias-treino-continuo-para-os-provedores?fbclid=IwAR3c4Zuj2lze5nteCMKh7tLX0YxBw8O72ZTQsljGpjgxxvYGUXuWf6ypObI

 

Duffee, B. (2023, September 6). The role of the paramedic in the battle over stress. Journal of Emergency Medical Services, JEMS. Available online https://www.jems.com/commentary/the-role-of-the-paramedic-in-the-battle-over-stress/

 

Duffee, B., & Willis, D. B. (2023). Paramedic perspectives of job stress: Qualitative analysis of high-stress, high-stakes emergency medical situations. Social Science & Medicine, 333, 116177. Available online https://doi.org/10.1016/j.socscimed.2023.116177

 

Duffee, B. (2023, July 19). Portugal's Emergency Medical System: The Urgent Shift to Advanced Life Support  [Sistema Médico de Emergência em Portugal: A Mudança Urgente para Suporte Avançado de Vida]. Atlas da Saúde. Available online https://www.atlasdasaude.pt/artigos/sistema-medico-de-emergencia-em-portugal-mudanca-urgente-para-suporte-avancado-de-vida

 

Duffee, B. (2023, April 13). Book review of ‘Introducing, Designing and Conducting Research for Paramedics’ Journal of Emergency Medical Services, JEMS Available online https://www.jems.com/training/introducing-designing-conducting-research-paramedics/

 

Duffee, B. (2022). Prioritizing the aspects of an obese patient: An American bariatric ambulance response. Journal of Paramedicine and Emergency Response. Available online https://www.airitilibrary.com/Article/Detail/P20210804002-N202311070008-00007

 

Duffee, B. (2022, September 8). ‘Quiet Quitting’ is incompatible with EMS. Journal of Emergency Medical Services, JEMS Available online https://www.jems.com/patient-care/quiet-quitting-is-incompatible-with-ems/

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Thesis/Dissertations

Duffee, B. (2022). High-stress high-consequence emergency medical decision making: Paramedics seeking a differential diagnosis. (Doctoral Dissertation, Fielding Graduate University). Available from ProQuest Dissertations & Theses Global. https://www.proquest.com/docview/2718154892

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Duffee, B. (2002). Incongruent perceptions and training styles: The paramedic in conflict with the emotionally charged bystander. (Master’s Thesis, Southern Illinois University). https://opensiuc.lib.siu.edu/theses/3020