Celebrating EMS Week 2023 – Day 6: Recognition Day
In the spirit of today’s theme, we express our heartfelt gratitude to the remarkable members of the EMS community who go beyond the call every shift
As we approach the end of this EMS Week tribute, today's theme holds a special place: EMS Recognition Day. It is a day to express our heartfelt gratitude to the remarkable members of the EMS industry who consistently go above and beyond the call of duty, embodying unwavering commitment and a spirit of service in their communities.
EMS professionals are compassionate individuals who step forward when others need help the most, offering reassurance, skill and expertise to those in distress. EMS Recognition Day serves as an opportunity to shine a well-deserved spotlight on these exceptional individuals and acknowledge their tireless dedication.
As we cap off EMS Week 2023 with this final recognition day, we want to say one more thank you from all of us at EMS1 – we are grateful for your tireless commitment to the health and wellbeing of your communities.
Check out our final video below honoring the work of individual providers and learn how you can share your appreciation – to your colleagues and your community – for supporting your work in EMS.
Provider recognition

Sharing gratitude
The weight of a thank you
You never know when a simple “thank you” to an educator, nurse, law enforcement officer or firefighter might make a life-changing impact
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- Q&A: An employee praise and recognition program with measurable results
- 5 ways to empower your EMS employees
Community appreciation

Organize connection
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Survivor celebrations promote awareness of cardiac arrest and create an opportunity to celebrate EMS success
- A letter to the American public: Appreciate our first responders every day
- Make EMS Week a year-round celebration
EMS WEEK 2023: Recognition Day
See how EMS is celebrating.
For #EMSWeek2023, shoutout to the @TVFR crews from Rescue 52, Engine 52, and Truck 56. I will never forget what you did for us. pic.twitter.com/n95oEcU29w
— Lady Glaucomflecken (she/her) (@LGlaucomflecken) May 25, 2023
EMS Week 2023 | EMS Recognition Day
— FlightBridgeED (@FlightBridgeED) May 26, 2023
Mr. Graham Pierce BS, MICP, FP-C, CCP-C, WP-C will receive the 2023 FlightBridgeED Enduring Impact Award! He is the heart and soul of the Certified Flight Paramedic.https://t.co/5uBakdQXMK pic.twitter.com/4kIxkFlp9h
It's the last day of EMS Week 2023, but we all know the job & kudos aren't limited to seven days. We as an industry started in carts taking wounded from the battlefield, to calling Rampart for orders, now today as independent clinicians in the field. Thank you for all you do! pic.twitter.com/P2ksVEcKAJ
— UNC Carolina Air Care (@UNCAirCare) May 26, 2023
We are so grateful to all the hard working EMS technicians who strive to bring stroke patients quickly for emergency evaluation and treatment! 🧠💜 #FDNYEMS #EMSWeek2023 #StrokeAwarenessMonth pic.twitter.com/xbsqBH247o
— Mount Sinai Beth Israel Stroke Center (@MSBIStroke) May 26, 2023
For #emsweek, crews met up at "At Sunrise" in Imperial after each shift.#thankyou to the At Sunrise staff for the #amazing #food and #hospitality, & proudly supporting #EMS.
— Rock Township Ambulance District (RTAD) (@RTADEMS) May 26, 2023
HAPPY EMS WEEK 2023!#rtadrocks #whydontyouworkhere #breakfast #brunch #lunch #sogood #errbodygottaeat pic.twitter.com/7XKxj60NOo
Celebrating the hard work of our crews during #EMSWeek2023 continues. Thanks for all you do (L-R) PM Janelle McQueen, EMT Carolyn Cromartie, PEMT Ashley Hansen, & PMFC Jessica Hayes! #WhereEmergencyCareBegins TF pic.twitter.com/Qrdf7JKwk2
— Baltimore County Fire Department (@BaltCoFire) May 26, 2023
Winchester Fire and Rescue has many excellent providers in our department. Meet one of our paramedics, Brandon! He's been with the department since 2010 and loves working for WFRD and helping the Winchester community. #WFRD #CityOfWinchester #EMSWeek2023 pic.twitter.com/j8ldfRMRiH
— Winchester Fire (@WFRDva) May 26, 2023
It's about ten squads, one mission.https://t.co/028NbmvBZu#emsweek2023#CourthouseStrong #VBRescue #Rescue5#VBStrong #neighborshelpingneighbors pic.twitter.com/TnfJK6pVnT
— Courthouse Rescue (@PACHVRS) May 26, 2023
A quick shout-out to a few of our Sterling Rescue duty crews (Day Crew/Monday, Day Crew/Wednesday, and Wednesday Night Crew)! Thanks to all for your service, and have a great #EMSWeek2023!
— Sterling Vol. Rescue (@SterlingRescue) May 26, 2023
Check out https://t.co/HaZS8Sk7HM to see how you can help. pic.twitter.com/lndDGqbWHB
We are thrilled to announce Tena Maher is our Paramedic of the Year.
— Guilford County EMS (@GuilfordEMS) May 26, 2023
In addition to the well-earned title, Maher was also awarded a Medal of Valor for her actions on an unsafe scene where she selflessly protected her partner and their patient.#emsweek #emsweek2023 pic.twitter.com/zPSmrY8YLQ
As part of National EMS Week, CLE would like to recognize all of our amazing EMS team members. Our community thanks you for being the first to arrive where you’re needed most. Be sure to thank an EMT today! #EMSWeek #EMSWeek2023 #EMSstrong pic.twitter.com/1pdW0BWIiN
— Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) (@goingplacesCLE) May 26, 2023

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