Pafford Medical Services

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from your friends and family at Pafford Medical Services!

We’re wishing you a Thanksgiving filled with good food and even better fellowship!

To our team members and public safety partners everywhere spending this Thanksgiving answering the call — THANK YOU!

11/21/2025

Pafford Medical Services celebrates a decade of serving Tallahatchie County, Mississippi, this week!

From day one in 2015, our mission has been simple yet powerful: to be there, ready, responsive, and reliable when lives depend on it. Over the years, we’ve proudly stood alongside first responders and healthcare partners, earning the trust of countless families across Tallahatchie County.

To our dedicated professionals, we appreciate your service. And to this community, thank you for allowing us the honor of caring for you.

Here’s to the next decade of service together. 💙�

11/19/2025

Forever in Our Hearts 💙🧡💛

Today and every day, we remember the heroes of Air One Bravo. We take this time to reflect on their remarkable lives, their unwavering dedication to helping others, and the lasting impact they made on our Pafford Air One family. Their memory will never be forgotten.

11/11/2025

This Veteran’s Day, we extend our deepest gratitude to all who have served our country with courage and honor. Your dedication reminds us of the true cost of freedom and the strength that comes from selfless service.

We also honor the families who have supported their loved ones through every challenge and sacrifice. Today, we remember, we thank, and we pray for continued peace and protection for all who serve.

To every veteran—we salute you! Because of you, We Are Free! 🇺🇸

11/07/2025

Rounding out our week with a HUGE shoutout to our 2025 American Ambulance Association Stars of Life!

Pafford Medical Services 2025 Stars of Life
⭐️ Mark Staley, Arkansas
⭐️ Charles Henley, Mississippi
⭐️ Athena Hopkins, Eastern Oklahoma
⭐️ Cortney Bloxham, Eastern Oklahoma
⭐️ Patricia Dickerson, Western Oklahoma
⭐️ Roy Smith, Western Oklahoma

We are so proud of each one of you for going above and beyond in caring for your communities, patients, and fellow team members with the utmost compassion, professionalism, and skill. You set the bar in EMS, and we commend you for your hard work and dedication.

Spending this week on Capitol Hill honoring each of you, alongside your 141 fellow Stars of Life from across our great nation, has been nothing short of a blessing. Our hope is that this experience revealed to you the value of your commitment and the level of impact you make each day. You deserve it!

Thank you for your service to the many communities calls home across Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Mississippi!

— The Pafford Family 💙

11/07/2025

Pafford Medical Services was honored to meet with Congressman Bennie Thompson this week during the American Ambulance Association’s Stars of Life Celebration in Washington, D.C.

Pafford Mississippi Star of Life, Charles Henley, had the opportunity to share his story and the work that led to this recognition. Congressman Thompson took time to listen, congratulate, and express his appreciation for the commitment and service Charles provides to patients and communities across Mississippi.

11/07/2025

11/06/2025

The Arkansas Stars of Life — including Pafford’s own Arkansas Star of Life, Mark Staley — visited with Congressman Bruce Westerman and his team today. We were honored to stand alongside Stars representing EMS agencies from across the state, united in our mission to care for Arkansans when they need us most.

Congressman Westerman asked thoughtful questions about the journey that led each awardee into EMS, the work that earned them national recognition, and what continues to inspire their dedication to serving their neighbors in life’s most critical moments. He praised their commitment and the profound impact they make every day.

Congressman Westerman has long been a strong supporter and good friend to Pafford Medical Services, and we are grateful for his continued engagement and appreciation for Arkansas’ EMS professionals. Thank you for taking the time to truly celebrate our Stars of Life.

11/06/2025

Our Oklahoma Stars of Life — Cortney Bloxham, Athena Hopkins, and Patricia Dickerson — had a meaningful visit with Congressman Frank Lucas’ office this week on Capitol Hill.

They shared insights from their service across Oklahoma and the incredible dedication it takes to answer the call, 24/7. Congressman Lucas’ team took time to listen, ask thoughtful questions, and recognize the critical role EMS professionals play in supporting the health and safety of Oklahomans.

We appreciate Congressman Lucas and his team for celebrating our Stars of Life and honoring the important work they do every day. 💙

11/06/2025

Pafford Mississippi Stars of Life, Charles Henley and Eva Matyus-Bailey met with Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith to share his experience serving communities throughout the state and the pride he takes in his profession.

Senator Hyde-Smith expressed her appreciation for EMS professionals like Charles who step into emergencies with skill, compassion, and a deep sense of purpose. We’re grateful for her continued engagement and support for those who care for Mississippians when they need it most.

Thank you, Senator Hyde-Smith, for recognizing Mississippi’s EMS heroes.

11/06/2025

⭐️ Senator Susan Collins – AAA Legislator of the Year

Our Stars of Life delegation joined Senator Susan Collins — the American Ambulance Association’s Legislator of the Year — to thank her for her strong national leadership on issues affecting EMS.

Senator Collins has championed initiatives that strengthen mobile healthcare and ensure EMS professionals have the resources needed to continue saving lives. Her advocacy helps shine a light on the challenges and successes of our industry across the country.

We are grateful for her partnership and proud to celebrate her as this year’s AAA Legislator of the Year.

11/05/2025

Thank you to Senator Markwayne Mullin for visiting with our Stars of Life from Oklahoma this week.

Pafford Oklahoma Stars — Athena Hopkins, Patricia Dickerson, and Cortney Bloxham — had the opportunity to share their stories and accomplishments directly with Senator Mullin inside the beautiful Capitol. He took the time to speak with each honoree individually, listening to their experiences, congratulating them on the work that earned the recognition, and thanking each for the service they provide to Oklahoma communities every day.

Senator Mullin has long been a strong advocate for EMS in Oklahoma, and we are grateful for his continued support of the paramedics and EMTs who deliver lifesaving care across our state — in cities, in small towns, and in the most rural areas where emergency care can be hardest to reach.

We were grateful to spend this quality time with Senator Mullin and appreciate the respect and encouragement he showed our Stars.

Pafford Oklahoma Stars of Life ⭐️
Athena Hopkins, Pafford Medical Services
Patricia Dickerson, Pafford Medical Services
Cortney Bloxham, Pafford Medical Services