09/30/2026
Meet Ziona! As an EMT with Mercy Flights Inc., an Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) student, a mentor through our Mercy Flights Explorer Post 131, and an active volunteer, she's always looking for ways to learn, serve, and give back. Whether she's caring for patients, supporting youth interested in healthcare careers, or participating in community service projects, Ziona brings energy, compassion, and dedication to everything she does.
This summer, Ziona spent two weeks in Washington, D.C., participating in the American Red Cross Collegiate Leadership Program. Working alongside student leaders from across the country, she learned about disaster response, blood services, and the impact volunteers can have on communities. Inspired by the experience, she's helping launch a Red Cross club at OHSU's Ashland campus and organizing blood drives to support local blood donation efforts.
Her next adventure takes her to the 2026 National Scout Jamboree in West Virginia with Mercy Flights Explorer Post 131. As both an advisor and member of the medical staff, she'll support youth from across the nation while encouraging the next generation of healthcare professionals and EMS providers.
Later this year, she'll travel to Belize with fellow OHSU students through Medical Brigades, where she'll gain valuable experience learning about healthcare in a different part of the world while continuing to expand her clinical skills.
Whether she's helping patients here in Southern Oregon, mentoring future healthcare professionals, or serving communities across the globe, Ziona embodies the curiosity, compassion, and commitment to service that make Mercy Flights Inc. special.
We're proud to have her on our team and excited to see where her journey takes her next. ๐๐