05/23/2026
On this day, as we close this EMS week 2026, weโd like to extend many thank youโs, as we have much to be grateful for!๐จ๐จ
Weโre thankful to our paramedics for continuing to show up, exhibit the highest level of professionalism, and work their tails off to make this department and community better.
Weโre thankful to our partners across L311, our brothers and sisters across Dane County EMS and counties beyond, our medical directors, and our local hospital providers.
Weโre thankful for our friends, family, and loved ones, who support us through the long hours.
And finally weโre thankful for you, City of Middleton, for your unwavering support.๐๐
To close out this EMS Week, last but not least, introducing:
Paramedics Julie, Jen, and Paramedic/Chief Kris.
Julie- A shift:
Hello my name is Julie Iโve been a paramedic with the good neighbor city for 17 years. It is an honor and privilege to serve the community of Middleton. When Iโm not working you will find me hanging with family and friends traveling, hiking or fishing.
Jen- B shift/OIC:
Hello Middleton! My name is Jennifer Sellek and I am proud to serve the City of Middleton; we truly have a wonderful community! I became a volunteer for Middleton EMS in 1997. Then, in 2001, I was fortunate to be hired as a full-time paramedic and have enjoyed providing emergency medical care to the residents and visitors of our beautiful City and surrounding area ever since. I grew up in several states along the East coast, Hawaii, and Louisiana as my father served in the military and then moved to Middleton 33 years ago. When I'm not working, I enjoy hiking with my husband and dogs, motorcycling, horseback riding, reading, and crocheting.
Chief Kris OโDell:
๐๐ Happy EMS Week to our hardworking, kind, and dedicated staff! ๐๐
My name is Kris OโDell, and I am the proud EMS Chief here at Middleton EMS. It is truly an honor to stand alongside this incredible team as we work every day to provide compassionate, expert-level medical care to our community.
One of the greatest gifts of this role has been watching our team bring their passion and ambition to life through initiatives such as community outreach and the collaborative development of our own Training Center, which will provide lifesaving education throughout our community.
Meet My Family: The center of my universe
We celebrate all seasons in our family! In the summer, we spend a lot of time on the lakes, and in the winter, you can usually find us on the ski slopes. We also love hiking through our national parks and spending quality time together wherever the adventure takes us.
Thank you to our staff, our families, and our community for your continued support during EMS Week and every week.