Al (Sal) Cortez
Over forty years of experience as a paramedic and law enforcement officer, including roles as a flight medic and member of the California governor's protection detail; now runs TEMS/TACMED training and leads the International School of Tactical Medicine.
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Jan 19, 2026 • 1h 19min
Sal Cortez
Sal Cortez, a veteran paramedic and law enforcement officer with 40+ years including flight medic and executive protection work. He recounts responding to major active shooter incidents, building tactical medical programs, and evolving training at the International School of Tactical Medicine. Conversations cover realistic scenario training, integrating medicine with shooting drills, Rescue Task Force challenges, and modernizing tactical med courses.
Feb 16, 2026 • 34min
Sal Cortez and ISTM
Al (Sal) Cortez, President and CEO of the International School of Tactical Medicine and longtime tactical/EMS leader, discusses ISTM’s shift to short, scenario-driven training. He covers integrating core medical skills with tactics, rescue task force concepts, training civilians for bleeding control, and the importance of hands-on, realistic drills and experienced instructors.
