Biography

I have been with the Utah Valley University (UVU) Paramedic Program since the beginning in 1999, and have enjoyed every minute of the interaction with students and staff alike. I began as an adjunct teaching various materials, then became the clinical coordinator after accepting a full time position in 2009. My background in Fire/EMS began with Orem City as a reserve, then full time in 1988 until my retirement in 2009. I continue to work with Lone Peak Fire District, as a Paramedic, to stay in the game I love so much. I also work at Utah Valley Regional Medical Center as a Paramedic where I have been employed since 1986. I have taught for Salt Lake Community College and Peace Officer Standards and Training, both in EMS related coursework. Additionally, I am a contract educator for Vida Care (EZ IO) cadaver lab and have taught across the states. I was also a Peace Officer for both Orem City and Utah Parks and Recreation. I recently (2014) became the director of the Paramedic program at UVU, and I am fortunate to work with instructors who are recognized as being some of the most progressive and talented individuals in Utah EMS. I have a M.Ed. from Utah State University, a B.S. from UVU in Emergency Services, an A.A.S. in Emergency Care and Rescue from Weber State, and an A.A.S. and A.S. from UVU in related fields of discipline. I have six children and 3 grandchildren to date and an awesome wife who shares my passion for EMS as a Family Practice F-NP

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