Trinity Health Of New England Team Showcases Expertise and Earns Recognition at EMS & Fire Pro Expo

Dan Skelly, EMS Manager, shares a raffle gift with Mr. Crispin with Aetna Ambulance. 

In addition to hundreds of vendor exhibits, attendees had access to educational seminars, workshops and hands-on training sessions focused on emerging technologies, innovative techniques and best practices in emergency response. Many sessions offered continuing education credits and professional development opportunities.

Trinity Health Of New England had a strong presence throughout the expo, serving as exhibitors and instructors for industry workshops. Colleagues from Saint Francis Hospital and Saint Mary’s Hospital, including Emergency Department nurses, trauma surgeons, a case manager and EMS leaders spent time at the booth, making it a true team effort that showcased the depth and breadth of the organization. 

In addition, honorees were celebrated during the Connecticut EMS Advisory Board Council Awards ceremony. Among those recognized were John Pettini, DO, Chief of EMS for Trinity Health Of New England Mobile Healthcare, who received the Physician of the Year Award and Bernie Meehan, Vice Chairman of the Trinity Health Of New England Mobile Healthcare Board and retired deputy chief of the Danbury Fire Department, who received the Lifetime Achievement Award.

"It was energizing to connect with so many dedicated EMS and fire service professionals who share a passion for serving their communities," said Daniel Skelly, EMS Manager for Trinity Health Of New England. "The conversations, learning opportunities and exchange of ideas reinforced the important work we do every day to advance emergency care and improve outcomes for the patients we serve."