Gold Cross Ambulance

01/08/2026

🚑 Our new Waupaca-based ambulance responded to its first call on January 1st!

This additional unit increases our capabilities in the western part of our service area and ensures our crews are able to provide timely, life-saving care where the demand for EMS continues to grow.

👋 Keep an eye out for this new rig in the Waupaca area!

01/06/2026

On Monday, the City of Appleton recognized the brave actions of an 11-year-old girl who called 911 and used CPR to save her mother’s life!

📷: Appleton Police Department

STORY: https://www.wbay.com/2026/01/06/appleton-girl-11-honored-saving-mothers-life-during-911-emergency/

01/06/2026

🚑 The Numbers Are In!! Here is 2025 in review:

Behind every number is a patient, a family, and a dedicated crew. We’re proud to share some of our stats from the past year and grateful for our EMTs, paramedics, dispatchers, responding partners and hospitals who make this work possible—24/7, 365. Thank you for trusting us when it matters most and we look forward to continuing our mission in 2026!

01/06/2026

Do you want to be part of a team that saves lives and supports communities, even if you don't have formal EMS training or background? GCA is seeking a compassionate and motivated individual to become our next Hospital Transport Specialist! Apply today! www.goldcross.org

01/06/2026

12/31/2025

As we enter the New Year, we want to recognize the remarkable career and lasting legacy of Dr. Mark Westfall, who is retiring after nearly 28 years as Medical Director for Gold Cross Ambulance. Last week, we celebrated his service with a dedication ceremony naming our training room in his honor.

Throughout his tenure, Dr. Westfall guided transformative advancements in EMS, elevating care standards and improving outcomes for thousands of patients in the Fox Valley and beyond. His leadership and mentorship have shaped clinicians across the region and strengthened the foundation of our EMS system.

Dr. Westfall earned his Doctor of Osteopathy from the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1987, followed by dual residencies in Emergency Medicine and Internal Medicine at Northwestern University. Board-certified in both specialties, he has served as EMS Medical Director since 1997 and as an attending emergency physician at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center-Neenah.

He also served over a decade in the United States Army as a Major and Flight Surgeon, earning the Meritorious Service Medal and Army Achievement Medal with Oak Leaf Cluster.

Dr. Westfall’s integrity, expertise, and unwavering dedication have left an enduring impact on Gold Cross, on regional EMS, and on the broader emergency medicine community.

Please join us in expressing our gratitude and congratulations to Dr. Westfall as he begins this well-deserved next chapter.

12/25/2025

This Christmas, we want to pause and say thank you.

To our paramedics, EMTs, dispatchers, mechanics, support teams, and leaders—your dedication never takes a holiday. While many are home celebrating, you continue to show up with compassion, professionalism, and heart, answering every call and caring for our communities when they need it most.

To our healthcare partners, public safety agencies, and the communities we serve—thank you for your trust and collaboration. It’s an honor to serve alongside you.

And to the families of our team members, thank you for your understanding and support. Your sacrifices make our mission possible.

From all of us at Gold Cross Ambulance, we wish you a safe, peaceful, and joyful Christmas

12/13/2025

Our thoughts and comforts go out to our neighbors to the south in Oshkosh and Sheboygan. Please see the link below for a donation page set up through the PFFW on the Oshkosh Fire Department's original post.

12/08/2025

Last Friday, we spent the night celebrating our exceptional staff, their families, and support networks at our annual holiday celebration!

Congratulations to our ambassador of the year winners Ma Vang (full-time) and Sandra Frye (part-time)!

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving to all! 🍁🦃

We’re especially grateful for those serving in healthcare and public safety today—thank you for all you do.

Our tables are set and we’re ready for our annual crew Thanksgiving feast, a tradition we always look forward to. Wishing everyone a safe, warm, and joyful holiday!

11/26/2025

🚑✨ Rolling into the holiday season, parade-style at the City of Appleton Christmas Parade!

Tonight you’ll spot our giant toy ambulance cruising down the route, a few of our retired rigs helping keep intersections safe, and EMS crews sprinkled throughout the parade providing first response (and maybe collecting a little holiday cheer along the way 😉).

If you hear sirens—don’t worry, it’s probably just us testing out the "new toy".

Stay warm, have fun, and enjoy the parade! 🎄🚒🎁

11/25/2025

Wisconsin winters bring their own set of safety challenges. ❄️🆘 Whether it’s a dusting or a full-blown snowstorm, a little caution goes a long way. Small choices prevent big emergencies!