NREMT News
Frank Piscitani Joins the NREMT as Recertification Coordinator
August 17, 2010
The former Simulation Lab Manager at The Ohio State University College of Medicine, Frank Piscitani has been appointed Recertification Coordinator for the NREMT. He will be responsible for all aspects of recertification of EMS providers.
Frank brings an extensive and diverse knowledge of EMS to the NREMT due to his previous experience. Before serving as Simulation Lab Manager at The Ohio State University College of Medicine, Frank was a Paramedic Instructor for Columbus
Division of Fire. He began his career in EMS as a Paramedic in Youngstown, Ohio. Frank graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Allied Health (BSAS) from Youngstown State University.
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Bill Ballo is Chosen as Fourth NREMT Research Fellow
August 17, 2010
Bill Ballo joined the NREMT this month as the fourth NREMT Fellow in the Research Department, joining a growing cadre of others dedicated to EMS research.
Prior to joining the NREMT Research Department, Bill was a faculty member at St. Petersburg College, teaching EMTs and Paramedics. He has taught ACLS, CPR, ITLS and PEPP. Bill also worked as an ambulance medic for ten years, a 911 dispatcher,
and a Fancare Paramedic for the Tampa Bay Rays.
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NREMT Executive Director Receives Department of Health Professions Distinguished Alumnus Award
May 27, 2010
Columbus, OH—The newly established Distinguished Alumnus Award from Youngstown State University Bitonte College of Health and Human Services Department of Health Professions was presented to Executive Director of the National
Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) William E. Brown, Jr. on May 21, 2010. Bill was the first alumnus to receive this award established by the college for outstanding contribution to the profession, community and University.
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