In this episode of The Next Orbit Podcast, host Ben Wade sits down with Dr. Peter Antevy, a pioneer in pediatric and EMS care, to discuss how he turned a critical medication error into a life-saving innovation: Handtevy.

Handtevy is a revolutionary system designed to provide accurate medication dosing, equipment sizing, and protocol guidance during pediatric emergencies—helping clinicians act fast, reduce errors, and save lives.

Dr. Antevy shares his journey from working in children’s hospital ERs to overseeing EMS for millions of people, the challenges of introducing new medical protocols, and the impact of technology in high-pressure emergency situations.

In this episode, you’ll learn about:

• Dr. Antevy’s pivotal early career experiences and the medication error that inspired Handtevy
• How Handtevy simplifies pediatric dosing and preparation in real-time emergencies
• The emotional and psychological impact of pediatric care on healthcare professionals
• Transitioning from hospital emergency medicine to EMS oversight and innovation
• Implementing new protocols and overcoming resistance in healthcare systems
• The future of EMS innovation and integration with EMR systems

Whether you’re a healthcare professional, EMS provider, or simply interested in medical innovation, this conversation highlights how preparation, technology, and innovative thinking are saving lives every day.

Timestamps: 00:00 A Tragic Mistake and Realization 00:35 Introduction to The Next Orbit Podcast 01:12 Meet Dr. Peter Antevy: Pioneer in Pediatric and EMS Care 01:32 Revolutionizing EMS 02:40 Challenges in Pediatric Emergency Care 03:45 The Critical Need for Accurate Dosing 05:26 The Birth of Handtevy 12:09 The Evolution of Handtevy 21:32 The Importance of Preparation in Emergency Situations 26:46 Understanding Pediatric Weight Concerns 27:28 Analogies in Medicine: Wrestling and Two-Minute Drills 29:52 The Emotional Toll of Pediatric Care 30:37 Transitioning from ER to EMS 32:50 Innovations in EMS: Blood on Ambulances 36:39 Challenges in Healthcare Innovation 39:59 Proving the Efficacy of New Methods 51:27 Integration with EMR Systems 54:14 Future Goals and Contact Information

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