An EMS agencies today, be it small or large, seem to be faced with never ending challenges. Our smaller agencies typically have limited resources and are forced to think out of the box in order to cover the same 24/7 we all try to cover.

The 2017 EMS Agency of the Year in is made up of typically our younger EMT’s and have improved coverage from around an average of 50-60% of their calls to 90% today.  This was not accomplished by any one person but rather by t dedicated members and support they received from administration and leadership.  They are an example of what we do so well in Midstate, “thinking out of the box”.

Providing exceptional care day in day out, they also provide coverage to several special events including America’s Greatest Heart Run and Walk and the Boilermaker Road Race.

Recognized and awarded a National Heart safe Campus designation (one of only 8 in the nation) this year we recognize Midstate’s newest First Response Agency, Utica College EMS.

Utica College EMS 2017 Midstate Agency of the Year

Described by his ambulance officers as hard working and helpful, not afraid to jump right in and help out where needed. Our second Youth Provider of the Year has is a two-year member of the ambulance corps.

This years Youth Provider has left his mark on both the Fire and EMS Departments he volunteers with. Running calls with his ambulance corps, he is gaining experience and has started making a difference in his community and in the lives of many patients. He has already been called on to perform CPR, including on a “code save” and any other job he’s asked to perform.

It is clear that this young man is going to make a difference in a lot of his patients and coworkers lives. This years second Youth Prover of the Year is Eric Jones of Kuyahoora Ambualnce and Remsen Fire Department.

Eric Jones 2017 Midstate Youth Provider of the Year

“Ready to help with anything that needs to be done” is how the officers describe this years nomination.  “Early and prepared” is what his current instructor says about him. A member of the junior corps, he has shown a deep desire to learn and participate.  Not one to stand back and watch, he is enthusiastic and always an active participant. He has shown a genuine concern for others and is active in several community organizations, always trying to improve both himself and the organizations he belongs to, the future is certainly bright for this future provider.

A native of Utica, this years Midstate Youth Provider has already left his mark at the organization he regularly volunteers with. In whatever road he takes in life we are sure he will be successful, let’s hope he remains a part of the EMS system for years to come.  One of two 2017 Youth Providers of the Year is David Paul of Central Oneida County Ambulance.

David Paul 2017 Midstate Youth Provider of the Year

Always pushing and never content with the status quo, this year’s BLS Provider of the Year does not know the phrase, “it can’t be done,” but rather prefers to live by the words, “we will get it done.”  After successful completing the Basic EMT program, this provider recognized a significant underserved population in our system. Not being one to stand back he stepped up and against the traditional status quo and negativity new programs seem to always face beat the odds and pushed through the local, regional and state bureaucracy to make his plan come true. All the time encouraging others to join emergency services and asking the question why not?  He is also an AHA Instructor who actively teaches class after class.

This year we are proud to recognize Anthony Scalise as this years Midstate BLS Provider of the Year.

Anthony Scalise 2017 Midstate BLS Provider of the Year

He started his career with a volunteer fire department and soon added EMS to his wheelhouse.  In his short time as an EMS provider he has gone from a part time Basic EMT at a busy commercial agency to a full time Critical Care.  He is respectful, “street and book smart” and always has a positive attitude.

Currently in the position of supervisor at Edwards Ambulance.  He will soon be taking on a few new responsibilities as a college student, husband and dad for a second time.  Please help me welcome Midstate ALS Provider of the year … Sam Revere.

Sam Revere 2017 ALS Midstate Provider of the Year

In observance of Memorial Day, the Midstate EMS Offices will be closed Monday, May 28th.

In the event of an emergency, please call Resource and they will contact the appropriate person.

PICNIC LUNCH 

provided by MIDSTATE REMSCO and the EMS Program 

TUESDAY MAY 22   11AM – 3 PM – 14 Foery Drive Utica 

One week till Midstate Region Banquet FRIDAY MAY 18, Harts Hill Inn, Whitesboro.  Tickets still avalible at the EMS office and Resource (St. Luke’s ED)

On behalf of Midstate EMS all our Agencies and provider’s, we would like to recognize all the hard work and dedication of the hospital’s nursing staff.  The pre-hospital providers in the Midstate Region would like wish all the nurses a very Happy Nurses Week.  Thank You for all you do.

Faxton-St. Luke’s is pleased to announce that Tony Salce has been commissioned as a Notary Public and is available to have your EMS documents notarized.  His hours are Monday-Friday 8AM-3PM.  Please call to schedule a time to come in and have your documents notarized.