08/22/2026
In EMS we don’t often get to follow the patient through an event like this gentleman went through.
He is truly lucky to be around to tell his story and it started with the amazing work that Dee and Tony provided him from the very beginning.
They took the time to follow up with him with the care and compassion that one would show their own family member and for this they make me so proud, and are an example to the rest of our service to follow.
Great job đź‘Ź
Congratulations to Dee Allen, NREMTP, on her recent Heroes with Halos Award! It was presented by Sarah Edwards, Executive Director/Baxter Health Foundation; James Pinkston, RN/NREMTP, Director of Ambulance Services; Chris Fry, Paramedic Supervisor; Buddy Bodenhamer, EMS Coordinator; and members of the Ambulance Staff.
A patient wrote:
"I realize doctors and nurses are recognized a lot, but Dee deserves to be recognized. She was amazing and never gave up on me. She continued to care and stopped by to see me nearly every day during my 37 days I was in Baxter. Always a smile and encouraging words. She is amazing at her job and a truly good person. She is a perfect example to all!"
For more information about Heroes with Halos and how to honor a Baxter Health provider, employee, volunteer or department, visit www.baxterhealth.org/heroes.
