EMS Response to Hurricanes Helene and Milton

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.

Brett Dragun is a seasoned project manager and emergency management expert with a distinguished public health and safety career. Currently serving as the Federal Liaison at American Medical Response (AMR), Brett has been instrumental in managing the FEMA National Medical Transport and Support Services contract, a role he has excelled in since 2021. Brett's expertise is underscored by his successful management of multiple high-stakes federal activations, including responses to 16 major...

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...