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AMERICAN AMBULANCE ASSOCIATION HONORS DR. JOHN RUSSELL AND PAUL MAIN WITH THE 2017 PRESIDENT’S AWARD

Washington, DC– McLean, VA — The American Ambulance Association (AAA) is proud to award Dr. John Russell and Paul Main with the 2017 President’s Award.

The President’s Award is given by the President of the AAA to volunteer leaders who have shown commitment to the advancement of the AAA above and beyond the call of duty. This year the two outstanding volunteers represent tireless work on behalf of the AAA.

Dr. Russell, of Cape County Private Ambulance is being recognized for his ongoing support of AAA’s programs and leadership on clinical and ambulance service standards. Mr. Main, of American Ambulance of Visalia, has achieved this honor for his dedication and service to AAA’s Government Affairs programs.

AAA President Mark Postma noted, “Dr. Russell and Mr. Main epitomize the spirit of the President’s Award through their steadfast work on behalf of the AAA . We are proud to celebrate their contributions and achievements to the AAA and our industry by presenting them with the President’s Award for 2017.”

Dr. Russell and Mr. Main will be presented with the President’s Award at the AAA Annual Conference and Tradeshow Awards Reception on Tuesday, November 14, 2017. This event is the premier event for leaders in the ambulance industry, featuring world-class education, networking, and cutting-edge technology.

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About the American Ambulance Association
Founded in 1979, the AAA represents hundreds of ambulance services across the United States that participate in emergency and nonemergency care and medical transportation. The Association serves as a voice and clearinghouse for ambulance services, and views prehospital care not only as a public service, but also as an essential part of the total public health care system.

AAA Mission Statement
The mission of the American Ambulance Association is to promote health care policies that ensure excellence in the ambulance services industry and provide research, education, and communications programs to enable its members to effectively address the needs of the communities they serve.