PULSE Magazine | November/December 2019 Issue

Where are you from originally and what brought you to Austin? Allentown, PA. The job brought me to Austin.

What inspired you to become a medic/what attracted you to this career choice? It’s cliché, but I enjoy helping people. The attraction for me is uniqueness of every call.

How long have you been with ATCEMS and what motivated you to work here? Five years. I knew this system was unique and really cared about the community

What is your favorite part about working here at ATCEMS? The retirement plan ;) No seriously I thoroughly enjoy this job and can’t pick just one.

If you had guests visiting Austin for the weekend, where is the first place you would take them? Most people enjoy seeing the Capitol and then we would go to Deep Eddy pool.

What is your favorite taco joint in town? Juan in a Million

What do you do on your days to relax and unwind? Hang out with the family and cook

Who inspires you? My daughter inspires me

What is the next place you would like to visit?

Why? Hawaii

Word of advice for an aspiring medic? Some dreams do come true. Keep working hard and yours will too.

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