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AUTOMATED EXTERNAL DEFIBRILLATOR (AED) GUIDELINES

    

 

AED PROGRAM

The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) administers and manages an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Program. The program includes: stationing mobile AEDs in UTEP Police Department patrol cars and several buildings on campus; specialized training for responders in CPR and AED operation; and inspection and maintenance procedures for AED devices. Locations for mobile AEDs include the Student Health Center, Undergraduate Learning Center (UGLC), Student Union East, College of Business Administration, the Library, Athletics, The Don Haskins Center and the UTEP Police Department Telecommunications office. The program follows the guidelines of the American Heart Association and operates under the medical direction of James R. Loflin, MD, Medical Director for the El Paso EMS.  Read more.....