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Matt Cruchet, MSc-P, BSc, HBOR, ACP (he/him/his)

Commander
County of Renfrew Paramedic Service
Monash University (Australia)

Matt Cruchet (BSc, HBOR, MSc-p, ACP), an Advanced Care Paramedic in Ontario, Canada, has dedicated his career to innovative healthcare delivery and community service. His trajectory includes significant work as a Community Paramedic in rural and remote areas. This role allowed him to build strong relationships with local healthcare communities, serving some of the most vulnerable patients. His impactful work gained national recognition, featuring on the CBC's healthcare program, White Coat, Black Art.

Currently, Matt serves as the Commander responsible for Program Development and Education at the County of Renfrew Paramedic Service. In this leadership role, he is dedicated to expanding and strengthening the position of paramedics within the broader healthcare landscape. His vision is to create more integrated and efficient healthcare delivery systems that leverage the unique skills and positioning of paramedics.

Matt's passion for Community Paramedicine has driven him to significantly contribute to local, regional, and international paramedic education. He played an instrumental role in revamping local Community Paramedic training, demonstrating his commitment to enhancing professional standards. His expertise is also valued at the provincial and national levels, where he contributes to developing educational guidelines and professional competency frameworks for paramedics.

Matt's influence extends beyond national borders, as he has joined Monash University's Department of Paramedicine as an Adjunct Lecturer. In this role, he facilitates the exchange of international best practices and experiences in Community Paramedicine, enriching the field with diverse perspectives.

Throughout his career, Matt has consistently advocated for the integration of paramedicine into the wider healthcare system. His work exemplifies the potential for paramedics to play pivotal roles in addressing healthcare challenges, particularly in underserved communities. As he continues to shape the future of paramedicine through education, program development, and advocacy, Matt remains dedicated to improving patient care and advancing the paramedic profession.

Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose

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