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.

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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.

UT Health East Texas EMS and AIR 1 were proud to be part of the Kaufman County Preparedness Festival! This community eve...
10/02/2025

UT Health East Texas EMS and AIR 1 were proud to be part of the Kaufman County Preparedness Festival! This community event was a great opportunity to share free resources, safety information and fun prizes—all to help families stay prepared for any type of emergency or disaster. We’re grateful to connect with our community and support preparedness in East Texas!

Keeping our students and community safe is always a top priority. UT Health East Texas EMS/AIR 1 recently donated five M...
09/24/2025

Keeping our students and community safe is always a top priority. UT Health East Texas EMS/AIR 1 recently donated five Mass Casualty Incident (MCI) bags to the Athens Police Department, placing them with School Resource Officers on Athens ISD campuses. We also helped distribute 24 nasal Narcan dispensers, provided by the State of Texas, to give officers another tool to save lives in the event of an opioid overdose. We hope these supplies never have to be used. But if they are, they’ll help protect our children, educators and neighbors in times of crisis. We’re grateful for the partnership of Athens Police Department and Athens ISD, and proud to stand alongside our first responders in making our schools and community safer.

UT Health East Texas EMS/AIR 1 recently presented their annual report to the Panola County Commissioners Court, includin...
09/22/2025

UT Health East Texas EMS/AIR 1 recently presented their annual report to the Panola County Commissioners Court, including a tour of the newest ambulance in the fleet, an ECMO/NICU critical care transport unit. UT Health EMS/AIR 1 Medical Director Dr. Yagnesh Desai showed the county judge and commissioners how this addition enhances high-level care transport across East Texas and demonstrates the ongoing commitment of UT Health EMS to the East Texas region. Additionally, Ms. Parker's Carthage High School Government Class was also in attendance and toured the ambulance, receiving an up-close view of the most advanced mobile lifesaving equipment our region has to offer.

UT Health East Texas EMS welcomes new caregivers to the team! They are just finishing orientation and will begin their f...
09/15/2025

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 EMT Ty Hipp, Paramedic Mason Keeler, EMT Shaun Mosley, Paramedic Jonathan Akers, EMT Michaela Akers, Paramedic Elise Johnson, EMT Samantha Petitt, EMT Amber Harris and EMT Jennifer Garcia.

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 our comments below.

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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
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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.