Learn how HRMC is using EMS in bold new ways to improve access, reduce hospital readmissions, and bring care home. Hereford EMS and Hereford Regional Medical Center are proud to share the success of our Community Paramedicine program, now featured in Panhandle Magazine. Co-authored by Terry Hazlett, EMT-Paramedic, and Esmeralda Florez, LMSW, the article showcases
Deaf Smith County Hospital District (aka Hereford Regional Medical Center)’s EMS team has been named the 2025 EMS Provider of the Year by the Panhandle Regional Advisory Council (RAC). The award recognizes the outstanding commitment of the emergency medical services team to delivering exceptional care, rapid response, and lifesaving support to the community. The award
May 18–24 is Emergency Medical Services Week, a time to recognize the skill, dedication, and bravery of the first responders who are there when our community needs them most. At Hereford Regional Medical Center, our EMS professionals play a vital role — not just in emergency situations, but in the full continuum of care. From
Deaf Smith County Hospital District’s community paramedicine team leaders will share their experience deploying a robust community paramedicine program at the upcoming Texas EMS Conference. EMS director Terry Hazlett, EMT-P, and director of social services, Esmeralda Florez, LSW, will present on the benefits of collaboration in community medicine and share their experience with DSCHD’s award-winning
May 19 – 25 is EMS Week, a time to honor and celebrate the brave work of those on the front lines of medical emergencies. “Our EMS team is essential for providing expert, timely care when every minute matters,” said Candice Smith, MSN, RHCNOC, CCRN, Deaf Smith County Hospital District CEO. “Their ability to deliver
Even before a patient is discharged from the hospital, the community paramedicine program kicks into gear. Case manager Amy Rodriguez meets with patients before they leave the hospital to set a follow-up visit with the community paramedicine program team and assess what patients may need during the recovery process. “We work with patients
https://vimeo.com/906736747?share=copy At Deaf Smith County Hospital District, caring for patients doesn’t end when they leave the hospital.“We don’t want to see our patients readmitted,” said Candice Smith, RN, MSN, Deaf Smith County Hospital District CEO. “The community paramedicine program allows us to provide the resources, education, and access to
Deaf Smith County Hospital District’s community paramedicine program has reduced the hospital’s readmission rate to zero, a significant reduction from 35 percent before the launch of the program. The program was recently honored with the Texas Hospital Association’s highest award for quality in recognition of the positive impact the program has had for the
Deaf Smith County Hospital District was awarded the Bill Aston Award for Quality by the Texas Hospital Association for its community paramedicine program. “The community paramedicine program has proven to be an incredibly effective tool for providing high-quality care for our community and reducing readmissions,” said Candice Smith, Deaf Smith County Hospital District CEO. “Part
Deaf Smith County Hospital District’s team-based approach is what makes the community paramedicine program successful, helping more patients recover at home after a hospital stay and avoid being readmitted. Terry Hazlett EMS Director “Everyone in the community paramedicine program wants what is best for our
Deaf Smith County Hospital District is dedicated to providing our community and broader region with the best experience and care possible.
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