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As we start the new year, US Ambulances for Ukraine continues to actively seek donated used ambulances from across the United States to send to Ukraine. Since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine by Russia on February 24, 2022, US Ambulances for Ukraine, in collaboration with the Ukrainian Consulate in Chicago has successfully delivered 18 American ambulances to Ukraine, many coming from members of the American Ambulance Association. In addition, another 10 ambulances and one fire engine are sailing across the Atlantic Ocean and will soon be delivered to Ukraine. Efforts are currently underway to make the next shipment of donated American ambulances the largest to date. The goal is to secure 22 ambulances to be shipped in late January or early February, which would bring the total number of donated ambulances from the United States to 50. If you have an ambulance that is mechanically sound that you are considering retiring or have one that isn’t needed anymore and would like to participate in this effort US Ambulances for Ukraine would love to hear from you. This group has a proven track record of successfully delivering ambulances to hospitals, military units, NGOs, fire departments and other entities operating in Ukraine. The group also continuously updates donors during the process and provides photographic updates of the ambulances once they have been delivered. Every donor knows exactly where their ambulance will be donated before it even leaves the United States.
The American Ambulance Association has followed the Twitter feed of US Ambulances for Ukraine @AmbulancesU and encourages you to do so as well. There you can see the latest updates on their efforts and several images of donated American ambulances in action. If you are interested in donating an ambulance or would like more information you can reach out to the founder of US Ambulances for Ukraine, Chris Manson, Vice President of Government Relations for OSF HealthCare at Christopher.M.Manson@osfhealthcare.org.
Wishing America's #EMS professionals and their families a happy and healthy holiday season. Thank you for taking care of all of us, at a moment's notice. #SupportEMS #AlwaysOpen #NotJustaRide #HappyHolidays #HappyHolidays2022 pic.twitter.com/y40sZbahT0
— AmericanAmbulanceAsc (@amerambassoc) December 13, 2022
Diversity, equity, and inclusion in the emergency medical service community.
Delaware State University has teamed with the Savvik Foundation, a non-profit representing
emergency medical service (EMS) to assess equity within the EMS profession. We have created a tool to assess equity in the EMS profession.
Participants will be eligible to receive a $20 Amazon gift card upon completion of this survey. This information is confidential and anonymous. We will not be using your name in any publications regarding this process.
By responding to the questions, you are permitting us to use this information to guide
our recommendations and share our findings in articles.
If you have any questions regarding your participation in this study please contact the
principal investigator, Dr. Knolan Rawlins, at krawlins@desu.edu or Ms. Chanel Haman in
the Office of Sponsored Programs at 302.857.6834 or chaman@desu.edu.
Thank you,
Dr. Knolan Rawlins
The winners of the 2022 AAA Board of Directors election are listed below. The term for each position will begin on January 1, 2023. For regions 1 and 3, two directors were chosen due to vacant positions. Please join us in thanking all candidates for their service to the American Ambulance Association.
Jamie Pafford-Gresham
Pafford EMS
Hope, AR
Julie Rose
Superior Air-Ground Ambulance Service, Inc.
Ashtabula, OH
Wayne Jurecki
Bell Ambulance Service, Inc.
Milwaukee, WI
Dennis Cataldo
Cataldo Ambulance Service
Somerville, MA
Mike Addario
Global Medical Response
Baldwinsville, NY
Chuck Kearns
Mercy Ambulance Service, Inc
Savannah, GA
Tom Tornstrom
Gundersen Health System-Tri-State Ambulance
La Crosse, WI
Kyle Wolber
Superior Air-Ground Ambulance Service, Inc.
Winfield, IL
Allyson Pharr
Acadian Ambulance
Lafayette, LA
J.D. Fuiten
Metro West Ambulance
Hillsboro, OR
Hanan Cohen
Empress EMS
Region 1
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OSF Healthcare System of Peoria, Illinois, is working to organize donations of medical supplies and retired ambulances for Ukraine. Most recently, they were able to send 350 pallets of cargo in addition to an ambulance to assist.
If your organization would like to participate, please reach out to Christopher Manson, Vice President of Government Relations, at Christopher.M.Manson@osfhealthcare.org.
Our thoughts are with all those impacted by this tragic conflict.
OSF Healthcare System of Peoria, Illinois, is working to organize donations of medical supplies and retired ambulances for Ukraine. Most recently, they were able to send 350 pallets of cargo in addition to an ambulance to assist.
If your organization would like to participate, please reach out to Christopher Manson, Vice President of Government Relations, at Christopher.M.Manson@osfhealthcare.org.
Our thoughts are with all those impacted by this tragic conflict.
From NHTSA on January 13, 2022
Long-time OEMS Staff member assumes leadership role
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) today announced that Gamunu Wijetunge, NRP, will assume the role of Director of the Office of EMS effective January, 29, 2022.
Gamunu “Gam” Wijetunge, who has worked within NHTSA’s Office of EMS for more than 20 years, is also a volunteer paramedic, fire captain and the president
of a volunteer rescue squad in Maryland. He will assume the director role — which is also responsible for the National 911 Program housed within the Office of EMS — following the retirement of Jon Krohmer, M.D., FACEP, FAEMS.
“For many years, Gam has been a leader within NHTSA’s Office of EMS, an
advocate for clinicians, and a trusted colleague for both Federal partners and Fire/EMS organizations,” said Dr. Krohmer. “His commitment to collaboration within the EMS community may be best illustrated through his stewardship of EMS Agenda 2050, which sets a clear path for the continued improvement of people-centered EMS systems for the next 30 years.”
Throughout his tenure at NHTSA, Gam has played an integral collaborative role in the development of EMS systems nationwide. These include leading efforts to:
“I am thrilled to continue the office’s collaborative work side-by-side with our Federal partners, EMS stakeholders nationwide, and my colleagues at NHTSA,” said Gam. “I look forward to continuing Jon’s good work to support state, regional and local EMS and 911 agencies as we strive to advance our people-centered EMS and 911 systems.”
Wijetunge has a Bachelors’ Degree in Emergency Health Services from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County and a Master of Public Management from the University of Maryland, College Park. He has several professional affiliations and has been recognized repeatedly for outstanding performance and federal service, including most recently the HHS/ASPR COVID-19 Pandemic Civilian Service Medal in 2021.
Congratulations to Gamunu Wijetunge, the newly-appointed Director of @NHTSAgov's Office of #EMS! We look forward to continued collaboration to ensure #mobilehealthcare excellence for all Americans. #SupportEMS #NotJustaRide #AlwaysOpen pic.twitter.com/qHO3REmlEk
— AmericanAmbulanceAsc (@amerambassoc) January 13, 2022
Many of you have likely heard the devastating news of the passing of Mr. Bill McCarthy, CEO of Coastal Health Systems of Brevard, on December 20, 2021. Bill was a dedicated leader in EMS and a dear friend and colleague to many. He served as the CEO of Coastal Health for 20 years and will always be remembered for the amazing work he did on behalf of Coastal Health and EMS providers in Florida. The American Ambulance Association Board of Directors extends their sincere condolences to Bill’s family, friends, and colleagues. Please see the Memorial Service information below.
Saturday, January 15th from 2-4pm ET
Beckman-Williamson Funeral Home
5400 Village Drive
Rockledge, Fl. 32955
As we reflect on the challenges and triumphs of 2021, we wish #EMS providers and their families a happy holiday season and a joyous New Year. Thank you for your service to our communities, 24/7/365. #SupportEMS #mobilehealthcare #alwaysopen #NotJustaRide pic.twitter.com/hHxRqtbrkr
— AmericanAmbulanceAsc (@amerambassoc) December 20, 2021
The winners of the 2021 AAA Board of Directors election are listed below. The term for each position will begin on January 1, 2022. In compliance with our updated association bylaws, the candidate who received the most votes in each region will serve a one-time three year term and the candidate with the second most votes will serve a two-year term. Please join us in thanking all candidates for their service to the American Ambulance Association.
Allyson Pharr
Acadian Ambulance
Scott Mickelsen
Bell Ambulance, Inc.
This week marks the 20th anniversary of 9/11. Now, and always, #EMS honors the memory of the lives lost in the #September11 attacks. We will never forget the ultimate sacrifice offered by our fellow #firstresponders. #911memorial #NeverForget #SupportEMS #AlwaysOpen #heroes pic.twitter.com/oVhgnL1sqj
— AmericanAmbulanceAsc (@amerambassoc) September 10, 2021