Stay Fit 4 Duty

10/24/2025

This one's not about me...

It’s about the people who show up every single day and night to make the impossible happen.

I’m incredibly honored to be recognized among 39 other amazing air medicall professionals, including four of my own teammates, who I have the pleasure of working alongside every day.

None of this happens alone. Every flight, every teaching moment, every talk about mental health and resilience happens because of teams who care fiercely about their patients and each other.

To my BMF family, to everyone who’s supported me through grad school, night shifts, writing case notes on dead legs, and to those who keep believing in what we’re building through SF4D, thank you. You’re the reason this work matters.

Congrats to all of this year’s honorees. The future of air medical care is in great hands.

09/28/2025

On our way!!
Feeling better and looking forward to seeing everyone at ECHO conference!

I'm talking about countertransference in peer support and CISM.

See everyone soon!

09/19/2025

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September is Su***de Prevention Month. First responders face unique challenges that can take a toll on their mental health. The chronic stress of their work places them at a higher risk for experiencing mental health symptoms, including thoughts of su***de.

In fact, the rate of suicidal thoughts among New York State first responders is four times higher than that of the general population.

This alarming statistic comes from New York’s inaugural First Responder Mental Health Needs Assessment, conducted by DHSES in partnership with the Institute for Disaster Mental Health and the Benjamin Center at SUNY New Paltz. To read the final report, visit https://www.governor.ny.gov/sites/default/files/2025-02/First-Responder-MHNA-Final-Report.pdf.

You are not alone. Help is available. If you or someone you know needs support, call or text 988 or visit 988lifeline.org to connect with a counselor. Available 24/7/365.