by mgresh | May 29, 2022 | On the Move
In honor of Veterans Day, Sunstar Paramedics would like to recognize and thank its close to 70 employees who have served in U.S. military branches or currently serving in the Reserves or National Guard. They bravely served our country before serving our community...
by mgresh | May 29, 2022 | On the Move
Sunstar Paramedics has donated time and funds to many Tampa Bay nonprofits over the years, and last year, the team decided to focus its efforts on one issue to really make an impact. It all started with Melissa Dohme, who was transported by Sunstar in January 2012...
by mgresh | May 29, 2022 | On the Move
When paramedics arrive at the scene of a major trauma, it’s easy to get “tunnel vision” and focus on the most obvious injuries. That’s why the critical thinking skills that Chris Collins honed during his recent Sunstar training were so valuable, he says. “Critical...
by mgresh | May 29, 2022 | On the Move
Ever wondered what it’s like to drive an ambulance through the busy streets of Pinellas County? Operating a high-tech ambulance weighing in at more than five tons is a lot different than driving your everyday sedan or SUV. Add the fact that operators must ensure the...
by mgresh | May 29, 2022 | On the Move
When asked to describe his roles with Sunstar and the Bay Area Youth Track and Field (BAYTAF), Leroy Funderburk paraphrases former pro football coach Tony Dungy: “My only job,” he says, “is to make the team better.” As Operations Supervisor at Sunstar, Funderburk...
by mgresh | May 29, 2022 | On the Move
At Sunstar, the training never stops. “We have a very robust education system,” explains paramedic Ian Black. Members of the Sunstar team undergo hours of continuing education every month, rigorous certification programs such as Advanced Cardiac Life Support and...
