Committee on Tactical Emergency Medicine (COTEM)

The Committee on Tactical Emergency Medicine (COTEM) is a professional organization dedicated to improving medical care in high-risk, law enforcement, military, or emergency response situations. They develop guidelines, provide training, and promote best practices to assist responders and medics in delivering effective medical support during tactical operations, such as hostage rescues or active shooter incidents. COTEM’s aim is to enhance safety and outcomes for both responders and civilians involved in these critical, often dangerous, scenarios.