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Global Medical Response Announces Organizational Change

- (4/25/2019)

Company aligns air, ground, membership and fire operations.

California Dispatcher Honored by IAED

- (4/26/2019)

Dispatcher of the Year Award recognizes Katerine McNulty for service during 2017 wildfires.

New Study Shows Americans Believe Air Ambulance Services Are a Critical Healthcare Service

- (7/29/2019)

The results of a new national survey of 1,240 American adults, revealing almost 90% consider air ambulances a critical service in healthcare, with 95% agreeing that these services help save lives.

Global Medical Response Pledges $1 Million in Relief Aid to the Bahamas

- (9/6/2019)

Company has established an emergency communications center and sent helicopters with much-needed medical supplies.

GMR Sends Second Major Shipment of Ambulances, Medical Equipment and Supplies to Rebuild Bahamas EMS System

- (9/23/2019)

McKesson, ZOLL, Ferno and Direct Relief join GMR in donating much-needed medical supplies after Hurricane Dorian. GMR donates 8 ambulances to the islands.

Guardian Flight to Open Helicopter Base in Kenai, Alaska

- (3/10/2020)

Guardian Flight begins serving the Kenai Peninsula this spring.

Dr. Bob Moye: 42 Years of Service at Rural Metro

- (5/4/2020)

Dr. Robert “Bob” Moye is 55 now, but in 1978 he was 13, barely a teenager, a ninth-grader at Farragut High School. That’s when he became part of Rural Metro’s Explorer Post 453 and today, 42 years later, Bob is still a part of Rural Metro.

California Paramedics, Fire Agencies Awarded by American Heart Association

- (9/8/2020)

American Medical Response, a medical transportation service in North County, CA, since 2014, and San Dieguito EMS District (CSA-17) received the AMA's Mission: Lifeline EMS Silver Plus Award.

AMR Releases Statement on EMSA Contract

- (10/28/2020)

American Medical Response notifies Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA) of contract termination.

Amarillo Medical Services Fully Operational After Roof Collapses

- (10/29/2020)

Company continuing to respond to medical emergencies.

AAA Says Ambulance Companies at 'A Breaking Point' After Receiving Little COVID Aid

- (12/1/2020)

In a letter obtained exclusively by NBC News, the American Ambulance Association told the Department of Health and Human Services that “the 911 emergency medical system throughout the United States is at a breaking point.”

Hawaii Life Flight, AMR, Add Four-Legged Sweetheart to EMS Team

- (12/14/2020)

Therapy dog will help Paramedics, EMTs and Flight Crews with work stress.

Longtime TN Firefighter Dies from COVID-19

- (1/8/2021)

John Howell Clift, a firefighter with Knoxville's Rural Metro Fire Department for more than 40 years, died Saturday after he was hospitalized with the virus in early December.

Arizona Paramedic was First Inspired by Fifth Grade Teacher

- (3/3/2021)

For 23 years, Keith Lowry, paramedic for LifeLine Ambulance, has served in emergency medical services. He was first inspired to become a paramedic by his fifth-grade teacher, who was a volunteer paramedic in upstate New York.

Med-Trans Pilot Honored With Prestigious Award

- (5/12/2021)

Pilot Melvin Hughes has received the Federal Aviation Administration's “Master Pilot” Award

Rural Ambulance Crews are Running out of Money and Volunteers

- (5/24/2021)

American Medical Response says it can't afford to keep providing services to Fremont County after losing $1.5 million in revenue last year.

Firefighters from Across Nation Come to Southern Oregon’s Aid

- (7/20/2021)

The team brought five fire engines from three cities in Arizona plus Knoxville, Tennessee, said Tim Soul, fire chief for rural-metro operations in Yuma, Arizona.

Jacob Dindinger's Family Talks About Their Loved One

- (7/23/2021)

The American Medical Response EMT was shot on July 18 in Tucson, Ariz.

Maui County EMS Chief Bids Farewell

- (7/26/2021)

After 45 years of working in emergency medical services, Curt Morimoto is calling it a career. He is retiring as operations manager for AMR, ending a job path that took him from Hilo to Seattle, then Honolulu, before he moved to Maui in 1984.

Sonoma Life Support Receives American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline EMS Gold Plus Recognition Award

- (8/24/2021)

The company was recognized for implementing quality improvement measures for the treatment of patients who experience severe heart attacks.

AMR Receives American Heart Association's Mission:Lifeline EMS Gold Recognition Award

- (8/26/2021)

Mississippi Gulf Coast EMS provider wins award for the second year in a row.

Meet Our Veterans

Hear from some of our GMR veterans and learn how they used their military skills to transition into a career in EMS.

Stars of Life

Every year, GMR honors EMS professionals who demonstrate the next level of patient care. Take a look at GMR's previous Stars of Life honorees.

Jeremey Shumaker

After serving in the Army and Army Reserves, Jeremey is able to serve his hometown with AMR.

Kenneth Ford

Ford recalls the historical events he witnessed after two-decades in the military.

Nicholas Cox

After serving 22 years in the United States Army, Cox continues to serve his community.

Robert Galvin

Air Evac Lifeteam's Robert Galvin used his experice in the Army to prepare him for COVID-19 deployment in New York City.

Ronnie Fleming

Ronnie Fleming continues serving on the home front after 26 years flying in the U.S. Navy.

Scott Kerchner

After 26 years in the U.S. Marine Corps, Scott Kerchner calls REACH home.

Tiffiny Mallett-Daniel

Whether active duty in the military or a veteran, Mallett-Daniel has always focused on one thing – making a difference.

News

Find out what people are saying about GMR in the news and what the company itself has curated for immediate media release.

Rural Metro Yuma Firefighters Build Wheelchair Ramp for Local Resident

- (10/27/2021)

The materials for the construction of the ramp were generously donated by Foxworth-Galbraith Lumber Company.

James Brodigan

James (Jim) Brodigan is being honored as a star of life for his quick actions that enabled an elderly patient to reach a local ICU. Jim <b>wa</b>s off duty pursuing his hobby when he visited the home of a man who had an old pinball machine for sale. The man suddenly paled, weakened and became short of breath. Soon, he collapsed to the floor and <b>wa</b>s unresp...

Sean Luce

Sean Luce is being honored as a Star of Life for his leadership and his actions in saving the life of a fall and cardiac arrest victim. Sean serves as part of RMF@s Airport Rescue Firefighting unit at John Glenn Columbus International Airport. He <b>wa</b>s the primary EMS provider during a routine response when he and his crew were dispatched to a hangar...

Courtney Tullos

Headed to work on a rural road one morning last year, Courtney saw a van hit a tree. She stopped to help and, on approaching the van, noticed smoke coming from the hood. The driver <b>wa</b>s still inside. Courtney opened the door and told the man they needed to get a<b>wa</b>y fast. It <b>wa</b>s then that Courtney saw that the man <b>wa</b>s a paraplegic who drove with han...

Jeff Behling

Jeff Behling proved early last year that knowledge and know-how never take a day off. Jeff <b>wa</b>s at a junkyard looking for auto parts when an exhaust manifold fell onto another man. Jeff <b>wa</b>s off-duty but jumped into action. Based on the man@s color, Jeff knew the situation <b>wa</b>s serious. He determined the man had a potentially life-threatening arterial...

Katherine “Kate” Miller

Katherine Miller@s positive impact on her team rivals that of EMS professionals with decades of experience. Since joining AMR@s operation in Syracuse in August 2017, Kate has earned widespread respect from her peers and supervisors. During her short tenure, Kate has sought out additional training, demonstrated strong team management skills and atta...

Rebecca Hartman

Rebecca Hartman has grown up in the emergency medical services industry. She@s been part of the team at Abbott for the past decade, but first became involved in EMS when she <b>wa</b>s 16 years old. As lead field training officer, Becca oversees trainers, conducts case reviews and helps mentor team members @ all while continuing to work in the field. @ ...

Brett Dragun

American Medical Response Las Vegas, Nevada On October 1, 2017 Brett <b>wa</b>s among the first <b>wa</b>ve of initial responders to the Route 91 Festival shooting. After attending to a truck full of injured patients, he immediately assumed a leadership role. He began collaborating with fire command and assisted getting transport units to anyone that needed it...

Joshua Epperson

American Medical Response Washington, DC Joshua is being honored as a Star of Life for his continued commitment to public service, bravery and dedication as an EMT. Joshua has the skill, mindset and tenacity to handle emergency scenarios in a quick-decision environment. His actions proved this when he assisted a fellow AMR ambulance crew after he...

Sheri Jones

American Medical Response Las Vegas, Nevada Sheri <b>wa</b>s another hero on October 1, 2017. She <b>wa</b>s part of the initial <b>wa</b>ve of team members responding to @man down.@ She made her <b>wa</b>y to<b>wa</b>rds the incident and ended up at one of the nearby hotels finding multiple victims, all deceased. Knowing that the radio kept assigning additional calls as reports o...

AMR Seattle Chief EMS Officer to Retire After 45 Years

- (12/8/2021)

Senior Chief EMS Officer Greg Sim to Retire after Nearly Five Decades of Service.

Brad Andrews

Brad Andrews is being honored as a Star of Life for his quick action in saving an unconscious patient in the ambulance bay of a local hospital. Brad <b>wa</b>s in the bay when a car sped in with the patient inside. After realizing the patient <b>wa</b>s nonresponsive, Brad acted immediately and began CPR. Even as hospital staff wheeled the patient into the ER, B...

Stefanie Everts

As part of a flight team on a H135 air ambulance helicopter, Everts draws from her military experience in her successful and vital civilian career.

AMR Awarded Five-Year $1.2B Contract As FEMA's National Medical Transport and Support Provider

- (4/28/2022)

GMR, the parent company of AMR, says the new contract begins on May 1, 2022 and continues through April 30, 2027.

AMR Lewis County Celebrates 40 Years of Service

- (5/12/2022)

The operation in Centralia, Washington started May 1, 1982 in partnership with St. Helen Hospital and City Ambulance.

AMR New Mexico Adds Curly Haired, Four-Legged Sweetheart to EMS Team

- (5/17/2022)

Therapy dog, "Doc" will help Albuquerque Paramedics, EMTs and Flight Crews with work-related stress.

Santa Barbara County EMS Agency Earns Award For Improved Heart Attack Treatment

- (7/5/2022)

The Gold Plus Award is the highest-level recognition granted by the American Heart Association.

Salisbury Fire Department Receives Mission: Lifeline Silver Plus Award

- (7/15/2022)

The award is a part of the American Heart Association's national initiative to advance care for patients with high risk for time-sensitive emergencies, such as heart attacks.

Dawn Penton

Former combat field medic, Dawn Penton credits her military experience in helping her build a nearly 25-year-old successful career with AMR.

Decatur, Macon County Announce New Ambulance Service

- (8/15/2022)

Abbott EMS/GMR was chosen, in part, due to its national recognition and level of experience.

Blount EMS to be Replaced After 27 Years of Service

- (9/16/2022)

Lifeguard, a member of the GMR family of solutions, will take over the service in Blount County in Alabama on September 30.

Air Evac Lifeteam Pilot Honored as Pilot of the Year by National EMS Pilots Association

- (11/8/2022)

Pilot Richard Wyckoff, based out of Licking County, Ohio, was nominated for the award by his coworkers for his dedication and spirit of excellence in his service.

Jason Talbott

From being sworn in the Air Force on 9/11 to serving as an AMR Supervisor in St. Louis, Missouri, learn how Jason Talbot’s military experience helped pave the way for an enduring career in EMS.

48 Hours After the Storm

- (12/6/2022)

Neonatal teams from California help evacuate NICUs impacted by Hurricane Ian in Florida.

Hawaii Life Flight to Announce Return to Service

- (1/5/2023)

After a pause in service to perform precautionary maintenance checks and to focus on the mental well-being of its crew, the company is returning to service this week.

Minnesota Man Meets Sanford AirMed Crew That Saved His Life

- (1/26/2023)

Mitch Amundson almost died after he was accidentally shot by his friend while the pair were hunting near Jamestown, North Dakota in late November.

75 Years of Service, Rural Metro Fire Celebrates Major Milestone

- (2/2/2023)

The fire service was founded in 1948 by Lou Witzeman, after he watched a neighbor’s home in Scottsdale, Arizona burn down with no response from the local fire department.

Global Medical Response Appoints Nick Loporcaro as President and Chief Executive Officer

- (3/20/2023)

Loporcaro, the former CEO of Landmark Health, brings an outstanding track record of leading mission-critical and innovative healthcare companies to the market leader in mobile patient care and medical transportation.

AMR, MedicWest RN Retires After Nearly Five Decades in EMS

- (4/12/2023)

EMS pioneer Linda "Matt" Netski is retiring after a nearly 50-year career in the Las Vegas area.

Air Medical Providers File Lawsuit Against Cigna Health and Life Insurance Company

- (4/17/2023)

Cigna violated federal law by failing to pay awards issued under Federal No Surprises Act.

American Medical Response Welcomes New EMS Medical Director for South Mississippi

- (5/3/2023)

Dr. Mark Stavros is the new emergency medical services and transport medical director for AMR South Mississippi.

Hawaii Life Flight, AMR and U.S. Coast Guard Pilots Collaborate for Structured Aircraft and Flight Safety Training

- (8/29/2023)

The training was aimed at patient loading and transport protocols with a special focus on bariatric and critical patients.

REACH Program Director Honored With Patriot Award

- (9/20/2023)

REACH's Stacey Ingram has been recognized for providing exceptional support to members of the National Guard.

Heroes in the Community, Pillars of Their Families

- (10/26/2023)

An Owensboro, Kentucky AMR paramedic and her two brothers, who are also first responders, say their work is a "calling" and that they're proud to serve their community.

AEL Celebrates 25 Years of Service in Jackson, Tennessee

- (10/26/2023)

Air Evac Lifeteam started in 1985 and this was the seventh aircraft in the company and the first one in Tennessee.

Patient Thanks First Responders for Saving His Life

- (11/1/2023)

Josh Fowler of Lubbock, Texas believes he's alive today because of the medical care he received by AeroCare.

AirMed International Celebrates Two Decades of Service

- (11/1/2023)

Headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, AirMed International was founded in 2003 by Jeffrey Tolbert, who understood the need for international air ambulance services.

AMR to Continue Ambulance Services on Kauai

- (12/14/2023)

The Hawaii State Department of Health says it was able to secure an extension of American Medical Response's contract through September 2024.

GrandView Aviation's Ruth wins Patriot Award

- (1/19/2024)

GrandView Aviation Director of Maintenance recognized by Maryland’s Employer Support for the Guard and Reserve with “Patriot Award.”

Alejandro (Alex) Labrada

Alejandro Labrada enlisted in the U.S. Army immediately after graduating high school at the age of 18.

AMR Recognized for Commitment to Pediatric Care in Montana

- (3/11/2024)

The Montana Emergency Medical Services for Children Program gives AMR Platinum-level status with a Safety Plus endorsement. 

Matthew Kohl

Matthew Kohl@s supervisors call him an ultra-professional paramedic who has rapidly risen through the ranks. In 2016, he <b>wa</b>s at the EMT level. He became AMR Evansville@s first-ever EMT level field training officer (which had been reserved for paramedics before). By 2020, he <b>wa</b>s graduating from paramedic school, with a degree, in the middle of a pan...

Daniel Lee

Daniel Lee showed incredible ability and distinguished courage, going above and beyond the call of duty to rescue his fellow crew members after the unthinkable happened. On the afternoon of a day in May 2022, Lee picked up a shift on an AL3 Klamath helicopter to help out his team and keep the aircraft in service. @He, along with a newly hired RN, t...

Brad Sparks

Brad Sparks@ commitment to safety is being credited for averting a possible unfavorable situation. During what <b>wa</b>s supposed to be a routine flight returning to base, Brad alerted the pilot that he <b>wa</b>s well below the established minimums for the instrument approach, which resulted in the pilot performing a go- around procedure and climbing out of th...

Nicole Piazza

Nicole Piazza is being honored for displaying great skill and calm in several pediatric cardiac arrest situations and for responding to calls even though she <b>wa</b>s off duty. In one recent event, Nicole <b>wa</b>s on her <b>wa</b>y home when she heard there <b>wa</b>s a multiple shooting in Hartford. Even though she <b>wa</b>s off duty, Nicole didn@t hesitate to go to this call,...

Jack Rathgeber

Jack Rathgeber is dedicated to service, no matter where it takes him, even if it requires traveling by mule to treat a patient who suffered broken ribs and bones in a mountainous area. The situation happened while Jack <b>wa</b>s on duty as a supervisor and a call came in about a person in the mountains who had suffered trauma and <b>wa</b>s stuck in a ravine. V...

Holly Griswold

Holly Griswold started her career in the EMS industry in May 2010. She accepted a position as a Para-transit driver with Arizona Ambulance Transport. During this role she attended the EMT program. After completion and successfully passing, she <b>wa</b>sted no time in branching out into other areas of Arizona Ambulance to gain experience within the operat...

Guardian Flight Celebrates Community Health Aides

- (9/10/2024)

Guardian Flight is excited to celebrate Community Health Aide Appreciation Day on September 10, recognizing the contributions of community health aides throughout Alaska.

Traci DeVillier

A former U.S. Coast Guard administrator is using the skills she learned in the military to manage complex projects as the top assistant with a GMR-affiliated ambulance service.

Steven Dralle

As President of GMR's South Region, Steve Dralle draws on his experiences in the military when faced with challenges.

A Mission That Matters: GMR Helps Veterans Transition to EMS Careers

- (11/11/2024)

Through training programs, partnerships and hiring events, GMR enables veterans to carry on their commitment to service in meaningful new ways.

Josh Cavaness

Having two decades of experience as a first responder, Josh Cavaness embodies the true spirit of EMS, caring for people in need, regardless of being on or off duty. In November 2023, Josh, while off duty, came across an ambulance crew dealing with a patient whose condition <b>wa</b>s quickly deteriorating.@ After assisting the crew in stabilizing the pat...

Matthew Lambert

A passionate EMS advocate in his community, Matthew Lambert is praised for taking a strong initiative in keeping his neighborhood a<b>wa</b>re of the role and services of his EMS operation. A selfless teacher to many students, Matthew is commended for going out of his <b>wa</b>y to help his fellow clinicians know and understand the latest advancements in the eme...

Andrew Varela

Andrew Varela is being recognized for his overall dedication to the EMS industry as exemplified in two specific emergency responses in 2023. First, Andrew@s unit responded to a young boy who <b>wa</b>s riding his scooter and had a sudden cardiac event causing him to go into arrest. He and his partner quickly took over CPR from the responding fire departme...

Gene Hansen

Gene Hansen began his military service in the Marine Corps before transitioning to the Army, where he found greater career opportunities.

Chris Artac

Chris Artac's journey into the U.S. Coast Guard was inspired by his father’s service and the exciting aviation missions he learned about from his father's experiences.

Celebrating Mother's Day: Mother-Daughter Team Takes Care of Contra Costa County

- (5/8/2025)

Paramedic passes along passion for EMS to daughter, nurturing third generation of women serving others.