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EMS Response to Hurricanes Helene and Milton

June 22, 2025
10:00 am –
10:50 am
Meeting Room 5
Tracks: EMSNext, Hot Topics, Operations


Join us for an overview of the EMS disaster response for hurricanes Helene and Milton, facilitated through two large national ambulance contracts, federal and healthcare partnerships. Attendees will learn about disaster planning and preparedness, how to join the network program for future deployments, and the critical role of EMS in disaster response and recovery, including real-life case studies and best practices.

Speakers:

Maripat Hodges
Maripat Hodges
Director of Programs
Global Medical Response

Maripat Hodges is a seasoned healthcare leader. She currently is a Director of Programs at Global Medical Response, managing contract operations with healthcare alliances and our network program for disaster response. She began her healthcare career as an Advanced Practice Clinical Dietitian, specializing in oncology. She then moved into hospital administration overseeing the operations of the Parkland Health cancer clinics and infusion center.

Tyanie Gordon
Tyanie Gordon
Clinical Director, Federal and National Services
Global Medical Response

Tyanie Gordon is an experienced clinical professional with over 20 years of passionate commitment to EMS and Disaster Medicine. Known for her intentionality, presence, and passion, Tyanie is a compassionate and driven leader who leverages her extensive patient care experience to inform all she does to lead career and industry initiatives across the nation. Ms. Gordon is guided by her passionate commitment to advancing pre-hospital EMS through engaging executive leaders, corporate...

Justin Van Damme
Justin Van Damme
Healthcare Alliances Manager
Global Medical Response

Adam Williams
Adam Williams
Director of Operations, Office of Emergency Management
Global Medical Response

Adam is a career paramedic with 20 years’ experience in public safety. Originally from East Tennessee, Adam has held many positions in ground EMS operations including FTO, rescue technician, honor guard,  shift supervisor, and training officer. Adam obtained several specialty certifications throughout his career including becoming a critical care paramedic, certified flight paramedic, and certified tactical paramedic. For 10 years of his career, Adam served as a flight paramedic and...