State EMS Awards
For over 30 years, the Florida Department of Health has had the honor of recognizing the men and women who provide lifesaving services in times of crisis.
Excellence in Emergency Medical Services Awards
Announcement
*THE 2024 NOMINATION PERIOD IS NOW CLOSED*
Awards Ceremony
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
Naples Grande Beach Resort
475 Seagate Drive
Naples, FL 34103
About
For over 30 years, the Florida Department of Health had the honor of recognizing the men and women who provide lifesaving services in times of crisis. This is a small way of paying tribute to the brave medical professionals and agencies that ensure the public’s health and safety in times of an emergency. The following award categories represent several aspects of the prehospital environment. The Department is honored to receive nominations each year.
Award Categories
911 Public Safety Telecommunicator
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
EMS Education
EMS Memorial
EMS Provider
EMS Quality Improvement (NEW)
Larry S. Jordan – EMS Hall of Fame
Marilyn Crook – EMS Pioneer Award
Mobile Integrated Health
Paramedic
Raymond H. Alexander – EMS Medical Direction
2024 Award Categories and Criteria
Application Process
Each nomination must include the following:
Summary Statement: Prepare a summary statement describing how the nominee meets the award criteria, depicting the nominee’s qualities and contributions to EMS in Florida. Include why the nominee is exceptionally qualified and should be selected for this award. Break down the nomination criteria and describe in detail how the nominee has excelled in each area.
Supporting Materials: Submit any materials to support the candidate’s nomination that you deem necessary, such as articles, letters, resume, audio recordings, photographs, or additional documentation.
Electronic Photograph: Submit an electronic photograph (high-resolution JPEG) of the nominee. This photo will be incorporated into the awards ceremony in the event the nominee is selected as a winner.
Photo Release Form: Submit the completed Photo Release Form signed by the individual or organization.
Nominations
The nomination period for the 2024 State EMS Awards is now closed.
Awards Ceremony
The 2024 Excellence in EMS Awards Ceremony will be held on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, in Naples, Florida.
Please reach out to EMS@flhealth.gov with any questions.
2023 Awards
The 2023 Excellence in EMS Awards Ceremony took place on October 4, 2023 at the Henderson Beach Resort in Destin, FL.
Congratulations to the following recipients:
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) of the Year 2023: Michael Aries, Leon County EMS
Paramedic of the Year 2023: Dennis Abrams, Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue
911 Public Safety Telecommunicator (PST) of the Year 2023: Hannah Carpenter, Marion County Public Safety Communications
EMS Provider of the Year 2023: Leon County EMS
Larry S. Jordan EMS Hall of Fame Award 2023: Julie Downey, Davie Fire Rescue
Raymond H. Alexander EMS Medical Director of the Year 2023: James Roach, Broward County Sheriff’s Office
Marilyn Crook EMS Pioneer Award 2023: Ryan Mitchell, Pinellas Park Fire Department
EMS Educator of the Year 2023: Michael Austin, AdventHealth EMS – West Florida Division
Mobile Integrated Health Award 2023: Ashley Dumont, Walton County Fire Rescue
2022 Awards
The 2022 Excellence in EMS Awards Ceremony took place on September 14, 2022 at the Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate.
Congratulations to the following recipients:
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) of the Year 2022: Max Schafer, St. Johns County Fire Rescue
Paramedic of the Year 2022: Jacob Faul, Alachua County Fire Rescue
911 Public Safety Telecommunicator (PST) of the Year 2022: Justin Johnson, Consolidated Dispatch Agency
EMS Provider of the Year 2022: Walton County Fire Rescue
Larry S. Jordan EMS Hall of Fame Award 2022: Allen Parrish, Bradford County Fire Rescue
Raymond H. Alexander EMS Medical Director of the Year 2022: Colby Redfield, MD; Calhoun, Columbia, Franklin, Gadsden, Jackson, Madison & Taylor Counties
Marilyn Crook EMS Pioneer Award 2022: Rodney K. Mascho, Marion County Fire Rescue
EMS Educator of the Year 2022: Palm Beach Gardens Fire Rescue
EMS Memorial 2022: George “Brad” Newsome, Walton County Fire Rescue
Mobile Integrated Health Award 2022: Clay County Fire Rescue
2021 Awards
The 2021 Excellence in EMS Awards Ceremony
Congratulations to the following recipients:
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) of the Year 2021: Lee Kendall, Leon County EMS
Paramedic of the Year 2021: LT. Eric Delotta, The Sheriff of Broward County Fire Rescue and Emergency Services
911 Public Safety Telecommunicator (PST) of the Year 2021: Melissa Ayers, Coral Springs Parkland Fire Department
EMS Provider of the Year 2021: Franklin County
EMS Educator of the Year 2021: EMS Resuscitation Academy: Jo Shapins, Broward Sheriff Fire; Monica Maldonado, Oakland Park Fire Rescue; Dan Moran, Davie Fire Rescue; Jorge Gonzalez, Davie Fire Rescue; Dr. Peter Antevy, Davie Fire Rescue; Orlando Dominquez, Brevard Fire Rescue
Larry S. Jordan EMS Hall of Fame Award 2021: Mark Postma, Sunstar Paramedics
Raymond H. Alexander EMS Medical Director of the Year 2021: Dr. John R. McPherson, Brevard County Fire Rescue
Marilyn Crook EMS Pioneer Award 2021: Dr. Peter Gianas, Bradford County EMS
