UT Health East Texas EMS

UT Health East Texas EMS UT Health East Texas EMS and AIR 1 are answering the call with life-saving emergency care. When seconds count, you can count on us.

UT Health EMS is one of the most progressive ambulance providers in the nation. UT Health EMS covers tens of thousands of square miles and serves many East Texas counties, offering the largest rural not-for-profit ambulance service in the state. Staffed by highly skilled and certified EMT, and paramedics, UT Health EMS offers a level of technology and training that’s truly “first in East Texas and second to none.”

Our ambulances are leading-edge “mobile intensive care units,” that routinely bring the services of a hospital right to the scene of care. Gone are the days when the role of an ambulance was to simply provide fast transportation to a hospital; You can count on a UT Health EMS ground ambulance to begin lifesaving treatment upon arrival.

When winter weather hit, our teams answered the call. ❄️🚑A huge thank-you to UT Health East Texas EMS/AIR 1 — from dispa...
01/28/2026

When winter weather hit, our teams answered the call. ❄️🚑

A huge thank-you to UT Health East Texas EMS/AIR 1 — from dispatch and scheduling to fleet maintenance, resupply and beyond — for supporting our paramedic and EMT crews responding to 911 calls.

We’re also grateful for our community partners — fire departments, ESDs, city and county leaders, law enforcement and many others — working together to serve our communities.
Teamwork makes the difference. Thank you!

UT Health East Texas EMS welcomes new caregivers to the team! They are finishing orientation and will begin their field ...
01/23/2026

UT Health East Texas EMS welcomes new caregivers to the team! They are finishing orientation and will begin their field training across our service areas. Pictured from left to right are EMT Jason Hargrave, EMT Lucas Robbins, EMT Shawn Smith, EMT Vayden Newell, Paramedic Joselyn Reid, EMT David Ingram, Paramedic Allison Ravelli, EMT Kassidy Watson, EMT John Ayres, EMT Ryan Martin, EMT Chayann Garcia, EMT Caleb Rountree, EMT Jacob Sims, EMT Brooke Reynolds, EMT Jac Few, EMT Trystan Hopkins, EMT Adam Sirmans and EMT Robert Huff. If you or someone you know is interested in a career with UT Health East Texas EMS/AIR 1, learn more at jobs.ardenthealth.com/ut-texas-ems.

Please join UT Health East Texas EMS/AIR 1 in congratulating UT Health East Texas EMS Regional Director Todd Loper, who ...
01/05/2026

Please join UT Health East Texas EMS/AIR 1 in congratulating UT Health East Texas EMS Regional Director Todd Loper, who was recognized as a Business Leader/Employer by the Office of the Secretary of Defense’s Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) for his outstanding support of the U.S. National Guard and Reserve Forces. Todd was presented with the certificate and pin by LTC (Ret.) Ronnie Clayton, ESGR Area 12 Chair.

Thank you, Todd, for fostering a supportive workplace that not only strengthens our mission at UT Health East Texas EMS, but also honors and supports those who serve our nation.

12/19/2025

For 40 years, UT Health East Texas AIR 1 has been answering the call when every second matters. As the first air ambulance service in East Texas, AIR 1 took its very first flight in December 1985—transporting a burn patient to Dallas and launching a legacy of life-saving care that continues today. From major trauma and motor vehicle accidents to heart attacks, strokes, and high-risk adult, pediatric and neonatal transports, AIR 1 delivers rapid, expert care to patients across our region—often at the most critical moments. Today, we proudly celebrate four decades of service, skill and dedication to the communities we serve. Here’s to the crews who make every mission count.

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12/10/2025

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UT Health East Texas had a holly-jolly time supporting The Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Campaign on Tuesday, ringing the ...
12/10/2025

UT Health East Texas had a holly-jolly time supporting The Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Campaign on Tuesday, ringing the bell at the Broadway Crossing Chick-fil-A and spreading holiday cheer! Thank you to everyone who stopped by, shared a smile and donated — your kindness helps brighten the season for families in need. UT Health EMS/AIR 1 is also joining in the fun through the First Responders Bell-Ringing Challenge, a friendly holiday competition to see which of Tyler’s first responder teams can raise the most support. Feeling festive and want to help? You can donate to the UT Health EMS virtual red kettle by clicking the link in the comments below.

UT Health East Texas EMS welcomes new caregivers to the team! They are finishing orientation and will begin their field ...
12/08/2025

UT Health East Texas EMS welcomes new caregivers to the team! They are finishing orientation and will begin their field training across our service areas. Pictured from left to right: EMT Tyler Vinh, EMT Terra Turrin, EMT Jacob Maldonado, EMT Abby Smith and Paramedic Wade Spade. If you or someone you know is interested in a career with UT Health East Texas EMS/AIR 1, learn more at the link in the comments below.

UT Health East Texas EMS/AIR 1 was on hand at the recent inauguration event for the Wood County runway expansion in Mine...
11/21/2025

UT Health East Texas EMS/AIR 1 was on hand at the recent inauguration event for the Wood County runway expansion in Mineola. AIR 1 Flight Paramedic Erica Robertson and AIR 1 North Base Lead Jerry Pugh, along with UT Health Quitman CEO Guy Cayo were there to cut the ribbon to celebrate the event. They also had a chance to meet with State Representative Cole Hefner and Wood County Commissioner Mike Simmons along with other local leaders, community partners and aviation enthusiasts from across East Texas.

UT Health East Texas EMS welcomes new caregivers to the team! They are beginning their field training across our service...
11/20/2025

UT Health East Texas EMS welcomes new caregivers to the team! They are beginning their field training across our service areas. Pictured from left to right are EMT Josue Shareef, Paramedic David Acker and Paramedic Weslie Collins. If you or someone you know is interested in a career with UT Health East Texas EMS/AIR 1, learn more at the link in the comments below.

We’re thrilled to announce that Dr. Robert Droder has been voted Best in Town: Oncologist! Dr. Droder is dedicated to pr...
11/03/2025

We’re thrilled to announce that Dr. Robert Droder has been voted Best in Town: Oncologist! Dr. Droder is dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized cancer care to every patient. From diagnosis to treatment and beyond, he works closely with patients and their families, guiding them through every step of their cancer journey with expertise, care and hope.

Thank you, Dr. Droder, for your unwavering commitment to improving lives and making a difference in our community. For more information, visit https://uthealtheasttexas.com/find-a-provider/provider/1275538985.

UT Health East Texas EMS welcomes new caregivers to the team! They are just finishing orientation and will begin their f...
10/20/2025

UT Health East Texas EMS welcomes new caregivers to the team! They are just finishing orientation and will begin their field training across our service areas. Pictured from left to right are Paramedic Michael Montano, EMT Brian Dickens, Paramedic Janese Largent, Flight Nurse Cody Carter, EMT Jennifer Chapa, EMT Jayla Bell, Paramedic Alexander Zirnheld and EMT Aletheia Sandley.

If you or someone you know is interested in a career with UT Health East Texas EMS/AIR 1, learn more by clicking the link in the comments below.

UT Health East Texas EMS Paramedic Tyler Crews and EMT Madison DeSpain joined fellow first responders at the National Ni...
10/17/2025

UT Health East Texas EMS Paramedic Tyler Crews and EMT Madison DeSpain joined fellow first responders at the National Night Out in Athens! Our EMS team was proud to connect with the community and stand alongside the many agencies working together to keep East Texans safe.

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352 S Glenwood Boulevard
Tyler, TX
75702

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 1pm
Sunday 9am - 1pm

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UT Health EMS is one of the most progressive ambulance providers in the nation. UT Health EMS covers tens of thousands of square miles and serves many East Texas counties, offering the largest rural not-for-profit ambulance service in the state. Staffed by highly skilled and certified EMT, and paramedics, UT Health EMS offers a level of technology and training that’s truly “first in East Texas and second to none.” Our ambulances are leading-edge “mobile intensive care units,” that routinely bring the services of a hospital right to the scene of care. Gone are the days when the role of an ambulance was to simply provide fast transportation to a hospital; You can count on an UT Health EMS ground ambulance to begin lifesaving treatment upon arrival. When seconds count, you can count on us.