International Tactical Emergency Medicine Society (ITEMS)

The International Tactical Emergency Medicine Society (ITEMS) is a professional organization dedicated to improving medical response during high-risk situations like active shooter incidents, terrorist attacks, or military operations. It focuses on training healthcare providers and first responders to deliver effective emergency care in challenging, often dangerous environments. ITEMS promotes research, education, and best practices to save lives in these critical scenarios, emphasizing coordination between medical teams, law enforcement, and military personnel to ensure rapid, efficient, and safe treatment of injured individuals.