Welcome to IPERN

Paramedicine is evolving to become a complex network of allied health professionals working in a diverse range of roles as we move towards a future of integrated healthcare. Underpinning evidence-based practice is a strong research culture and it is important that all paramedics have the opportunity to develop knowledge and skills in a supportive environment.

IPERN adapts a participatory approach in order to give all stakeholders a voice in the research process. This includes clinicians practising in the out-of-hospital setting, service providers, academic institutions, the statutory regulator, first responders, patient representatives and other relevant stakeholders. IPERN supports Irish paramedics to bridge the theory-practice gap through involvement in research training, knowledge generation, knowledge translation, evidence implementation, policy setting, research partnerships, co-production and research leadership. 

The IPERN Team hosts bi-monthly educational events  (online and in-person) to promote and develop research. IPERN events provide a supportive and friendly platform for members to engage in research. These events are free and open to all, we particularly welcome international colleagues to join and share their knowledge. IPERN collaborates with research partners in Australia, Canada, and the UK.