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Dr. David Hupp has been a volunteer firefighter/EMT for over a decade with increasing roles of responsibility as an officer both operationally and administratively. Dr. Hupp is a Firehouse Magazine published author, and works as a Quality Improvement professional at the Johns Hopkins Hospital where he uses many of the tools identified in his book daily. Dr. Hupp received his Doctorate in Business Administration from Liberty University, and lives in Calvert County, MD with his wife and two children.
Reviewed by K.C. Finn for Readers' Favorite
V.I.P.E.R. Improvement: Fire/EMS Department Leadership and Management by Dr. David Hupp introduces a specialized framework for solving problems in fire and EMS departments, addressing gaps in standardized approaches to leadership challenges. This model covers strategic planning, root cause analysis, and risk management with tools specifically tailored to emergency services. Leaders, officers, and aspiring members are guided to improve performance, motivation, and resilience within their teams, ensuring sustainable, positive changes in operations.
Dr. David Hupp's structured approach to problem-solving is both innovative and practical, making complex leadership strategies accessible to first responders with confident and inspiring language. His ability to translate business management techniques to fit the unique culture of fire and EMS services shows insight and adaptability to different situations, and I found the V.I.P.E.R. model easy to understand despite it not being an area I was familiar with at all. It's easy to see how the model would create a lasting, positive impact in emergency services, going beyond temporary solutions to make real change in ways that people can action from the earliest moments of reading this book. Hupp's clear, direct writing style enhances the book's usability as both a guide and a reference for leaders at all levels. Overall, V.I.P.E.R. Improvement: Fire/EMS Department Leadership and Management is a valuable resource for those seeking to improve their department's operations and foster a culture of resilience, and I would certainly recommend it.
