News and Updates

Nov. 2, 2023 (RENO, Nev.) – REMSA Health announces that Laura Lingeman, emergency medical services (EMS) operations supervisor, will be honored in Washington, D.C. as a 2023 Star of Life by the American Ambulance Association (AAA). Every year, the AAA recognizes extraordinary EMS professionals during the Stars of Life celebration. More than 120 individuals from […]

As a wrap-up to fiscal year 2023, Barry Duplantis, President and CEO shared an update with employees.  We are already almost two months into the new year – the new fiscal year! Just like many of us do at the start of a new calendar year, it is important to also reflect on the fiscal […]

May 22, 2023 (RENO, Nev.) – REMSA Health celebrated employees and their excellence on the job during the 48th Annual Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week Awards, May 22, 2023. Taking place during National EMS Week, Where Emergency Care Begins, May 21-27, the awards recognize healthcare providers and professionals who exceed expectations within their roles and […]

April 21, 2023 (RENO, Nev.) – With a combined 42 years of service at the organization, REMSA Health announces the promotion of Josh Duffy to procurement manager, and Todd Kerfoot to senior manager of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Operations.   Duffy joined REMSA Health in 2005 and has held positions including vehicle services technician, advanced […]

RENO, Nev. – REMSA Health announces the promotion of two leaders to executive positions. Adam Heinz will serve as the chief operating officer (COO) and Devan Walker will serve as the chief financial officer (CFO). “I am thrilled to announce these promotions for two important leadership positions at REMSA Health,” said Barry Duplantis, president and […]

RENO, Nev. – REMSA Health has named Barry Duplantis as president and CEO.  Duplantis has maintained his role as chief financial officer, as well as serving as interim president and CEO since the retirement of Dean Dow in August 2022. In this new role, Duplantis will oversee all clinical, financial, operational, and administrative elements of […]

Photo caption: Monica Teves has been promoted to Emergency Medical Services Manager. (Credit: REMSA Health) RENO, Nev. – REMSA Health has announced the promotion of Monica Teves to the position of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) manager. In her new role, Teves is responsible for ensuring the efficient delivery of high-quality out-of-hospital healthcare by providing oversight to […]

RENO, Nev. – REMSA Health and Care Flight, a service of REMSA Health, have promoted Vanessa Coyle to Director of Care Flight Operations. In her new role, Coyle will report to Barry Duplantis, Interim CEO, and will oversee Care Flight critical care operations. Coyle made significant contributions to the Care Flight division after being promoted to […]

In an effort to address the shortage of paramedics within the EMS community, REMSA Health has launched a full-ride scholarship opportunity for those looking to advance their careers in the profession. Offering this scholarship reinforces REMSA Health’s critical role in the delivery of safe and out-of-hospital healthcare. This scholarship not only addresses the shortage but […]

RENO, Nev. – REMSA Health and Care Flight, a service of REMSA Health, have announced the promotion of six team members to leadership roles within the organization. “We are so pleased to announce the appointment of these talented leaders to their new roles serving the organization and our community,” said Dean Dow, President and CEO, […]