COMMUNITY IMPACT – Mercy Regional EMS

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Mercy Regional EMS is proud to make a difference beyond providing
emergency services through outreach initiatives and training. From CPR
classes to community education programs, Mercy Regional EMS
empowers neighbors across the region to stay safe and prepared.

The Community Impact page highlights news stories showcasing Mercy
Regional EMS’s work and achievements, as well as updates on
community events and outreach programs. It also features stories that
reflect Mercy Regional EMS’s commitment to the communities it serves,
shaping a safer, healthier future for everyone.

Employee Spotlight: Paramedic Curtis Lewis Honors His Father’s Legacy Through Service

Curtis Lewis is a paramedic who has proudly served with Mercy Regional EMS since 2016. Curtis’s passion for EMS was inspired by his father, who was an EMT. Seeing the impact his dad made in the community motivated Curtis to follow in his footsteps. The best advice Curtis has received in the field is from […]

Employee Spotlight: Dispatcher AJ Jantz Finds Purpose in Serving Others

We’re thrilled to highlight AJ Jantz, one of our incredible Emergency Medical Dispatchers who has been serving Mercy Regional EMS for two months. AJ was inspired by her family to pursue a career in EMS. Many members of her family have been in the medical field for as long as she can remember. From a […]

Mercy Regional EMS Equips Sand Springs Employees with Life-Saving Skills

On August 12, Mercy Regional EMS led a CPR and first aid class for transportation employees of Sand Springs Public Schools. 40 district employees had the opportunity to learn life-saving skills from members of our team in preparation for the upcoming school year. They were taught how to administer CPR and treat common injuries with […]

Mercy Regional EMS Attends APCO 2025 in Baltimore

Mercy Regional EMS had the opportunity to attend APCO 2025, the premier event for public safety communications professionals. Members of our team spent four days in Baltimore, Maryland attending informative sessions, exploring exhibits, and making connections with other safety communications leaders. Our leaders in attendance shared that they were amazed by the wealth of knowledge […]

Two Mercy EMTs Earn Paramedic Scholarships

Mercy Regional EMS is proud to recognize Carson Willis and Garrett Schmahl—both dedicated EMTs—for being awarded scholarships to attend Paramedic school. Carson and Garrett have each demonstrated a strong commitment to advancing their education and expanding their impact in the field of emergency medical services. Their initiative reflects the values of Mercy Regional: continuous growth, […]

Mercy Regional EMS Leaders Attend Pinnacle EMS Conference

In July, members of our leadership team attended the Pinnacle EMS Leadership Conference in Phoenix, Arizona. This event is a five-day conference where participants attend informative seminars, learn advanced business practices and connect with other EMS leaders, all while enjoying the beauty of the desert. Several of our team members were able to attend this […]

Paramedic Spotlight: Joseph Stewart’s Commitment to Community Care

We’re proud to spotlight one of our incredible paramedics of two and a half years, Joseph Stewart. Joseph was inspired to pursue EMS because he wanted to help others, and he finds it very rewarding to see his treatments make a direct impact on patients in need. One call that stands out to Joseph as […]

Committed to Community: COO Brian Cook Completes Leadership Owasso

We are proud to share that our COO, Brian Cook, has graduated from Leadership Owasso. Leadership Owasso is a 10-month program that brings together local professionals to expand their knowledge of key community issues and quality of life initiatives. Through a series of monthly classes, participants attend lectures on key topics such as public safety, […]

Mercy EMS Engages Community at Sand Springs Truck Touch

Mercy EMS recently participated in the Sand Springs Truck Touch. This free family event, located at Charles Page High School, allowed children of all ages to see and interact with vehicles of all kinds, including cranes, firetrucks, helicopters, and of course, ambulances. Members of our team who volunteered for this event allowed children to place […]

Welcome Sand Springs!

We are excited to announce that we have been selected as the new ambulance provider for the Sand Springs Community! Mercy will begin operating in Sand Springs and unincorporated areas around Sand Springs on January 15, 2025. Three Paramedic level ambulances will be staffed 24/7 in the city limits, providing faster response times. EMTs and […]