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Medic inducted into state hall of fame

Served for over 35 years, will soon retire at the age of 68

By David Alexander
The Times-Republican

IOWA — When Dennis Bachman became a paramedic, they still used hearses for ambulances. Since then, the profession has grown significantly, thanks in part to his efforts throughout the state.

Now, more than 35 years later, the Iowa Emergency Medical Services Association (IEMSA) will give Bachman the EMS Hall of Fame award. IEMS will honor Bachman at its annual conference, Nov. 10 in Des Moines.

Kim Elder, Marshall County Emergency Management coordinator, along with others, nominated Bachman. She said that as Bachman, 68, nears retirement, the award signifies all that he has given to the field of emergency responders.

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