AdventHealth Gordon is proud to announce the recipients of the 2024 EMS Awards, recognizing the dedicated EMS professionals' outstanding contributions and exceptional service. These awards celebrate the heroic efforts and commitment to excellence demonstrated by team members across various districts. The awards included:
Life Saver Award
This prestigious award is given to those who responded to cardiac arrest calls and, through their top-notch patient care, ensured their patients recovered and walked out of the hospital.
- Erika Powell and Rhett Norris
- Abigail Brown and Eric Johnston
- Juliana Camacho and Chris Seritt
- Adam Puehler and Chris Seritt
- Abigail Brown and Christeth Jackson
- Tad Helms and Brian " Happy" Gilmore
- Matt Pardue and Chuck Bishop
- Justin Evans and Rachel Manak
New Life Award
This award goes to crew members who delivered a baby in the field this year.
- Victor Guzman and Eric Boling
The Gloria Holden Memorial 110% Award
- Branson Fair
Rookie of the Year
- Maddison Atkins
The Andrew Hatt Memorial EMT of the Year
- Chris Seritt
Paramedic of the Year
- Chip Seagle
“Each of these recipients has demonstrated exceptional dedication, skill and compassion in their roles,” said Mark Bramblett, EMS director for AdventHealth Gordon. “Their hard work and commitment to excellence is an inspiration to all.”
For more information about AdventHealth Gordon emergency care, please visit: AdventHealthGordon.com.
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