AdventHealth Murray is proud to announce the recipients of the 2024 Service Awards, recognizing the dedicated EMS professionals' outstanding contributions and exceptional service. These awards celebrate the heroic efforts and commitment to excellence demonstrated by team members across various districts. The awards included:
Heart Saver Award:
- Lester Eisenhart
- Chuck Walker
- Dalton Brookshire
- Drake Bargeron
- Brandon Morris
- Chris Cline
- Deron Tankersley
- Tyler Williams
- Christon Peden
Trauma Call of the Year:
- Tyler Williams and Deron Tankersley
Medical Call of the Year:
- Drake Bargeron and Brandon Morris
AEMT of the Year:
- Trey Sanders
Medic of the Year:
- Brandon Morris
AdventHealth Hendersonville Hurricane Relief Deployment:
- Christon Peden
- Jeremy Thompson
- Melissa Brown
- Paul Walker
- Doug Douthitt
Extra Mile Award:
- Christon Peden
1st Responder of the Year:
- Andrew Dyer
Exceptional Service Recognition:
- Jackson Peden and Spencer Jinright
New Life Award:
- Kim Travis and Kayla Suttles
“These awards showcase the courage, expertise and dedication of AdventHealth Murray EMS personnel who consistently exceed expectations in delivering exceptional care to our community,” said Chris Self, president and CEO of AdventHealth Murray. “We are immensely proud of their accomplishments and deeply appreciative of their steadfast commitment to saving lives and enhancing health outcomes.”
For more information about AdventHealth Murray emergency care, please visit: AdventHealthMurray.com.
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