If the Blues Brothers were Paramedics

After a successful gig that brought the power of the Blues Brothers band back to life, Jake and Elwood unfortunately had to do some serious time in the slammer. Just as it did last time, their incarceration separated the band and left the duo to fend for themselves once they were released for prison. Now faced with the task of starting a new life, they must decide on a career path. Now what could possibly be better than pre-hospital emergency medicine? So we must now ask ourselves the question of the week……

What kind of paramedics would the “Blues Brothers” be?

Vehicle

Since the infamous “Bluesmobile” fell into pieces, this would leave Jake and Elwood searching for a new ride. Perhaps they could buy a late 70′s paddywagon from a police auction and retrofit it for use as an ambulance. They could even call it the “Blueswagon”.

Dispatch

Rather than using the conventional radio-dispatch systems, Jake typically prefers to contact his agent via late-night phone booth calls to book transports.

Scene Safety

Scene Safety isn’t typically a concern for Jake and Elwood. They are pretty good at thinking on their feet and talking their way out of physical altercations. Disgruntled country musicians and pissed off bar owners are no match for the Blues Brothers. Besides, if the cops showed up on their scene, they would probably have to run.

Radio Reports

I think it’s obvious that the Blues Brothers would hand off patient information via a large loudspeaker that is mounted to the top of the “Blueswagon”. How else would they do it?

Protocols

The Blues Brothers don’t need to follow protocols. They can’t get in trouble…… they’re on a mission from God.

Equipment

As with any pre-hospital provider, the Blues Brothers must carry some essential tools to get the job done. Most of which was probably stolen from their previous employer…

• First-in briefcase (handcuffed to Elwood’s arm)
• Dark safety glasses
• Used latex gloves
• Black medical-aid jackets
• Half a pack of 4×4′s

As always, I welcome any comments or suggestions. If you have any suggestions for the next “Celebrity Medic” , please comment below or e-mail me at sean@medicmadness.com