Last night members from Vigilant were recognized and received the “Exceptional Patient Care Award” at the EMS Recognition Dinner at Michael’s Catering and Banquest. Members present at the event last night were EMT John Gullo, Firefighter Rich Sainsbury, CFR Dylan Biddeman and Asst Chief Hubbard Koglmeier along with AMR Paramedic Bryan Goyette. Members also on the call but who were unable to attend the dinner last night include: Chief Barb Mann, EMT Rob Elwell, Asst Chief Ron Bourgeois, Tom Bausch, Lou Gimbrone, Max Clifford and Dave Klawitter.
This award was given in recognition for a successful save of a woman who was choking and then went into cardiac arrest in May 2024. Vigilant along with AMR were dispatched for a person choking. The patient was found to be in cardiac arrest with bystanders performing CPR. CPR & BVM were performed along with ALS intervention established. Successful resuscitation was obtained and the patient was transported to Mercy Hospital. The patient was later discharge with a positive outcome. Great Teamwork!!
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