I just wanted to share this with everybody. I thought it was important to get the information out so that we can keep the record straight.
Sent on behalf of Dr. Nicholas DeRobertis, Westchester REMAC Chair/Regional Medical Director
To: All Regional ALS Services
Re: End of Hudson Valley Paramedic Services (HVPS) ALS Suspension
As of this afternoon, it has been determined that Empire State Ambulance, dba Hudson Valley Paramedic Services (HVPS), has enough Westchester REMAC credentialed paramedics to support 24-hr staffing in our region. In recognition of their ability to meet the requirement per the Westchester REMAC Medical Control Plan, the suspension of intra-regional ALS operations has been officially lifted. HVPS is now authorized to resume full ALS services in the Westchester Region.
If there are any questions regarding this announcement, please contact the Regional EMS Office at 914-231-1616.
Katherine O'Connor, BS, EMT-P/CIC
Program Specialist, EMS Division
Program Coordinator, REMSCO
Westchester County Department of Emergency Services