Westhampton EMS Heroes Recognized by Peconic Bay Medical Center

Peconic Bay Medical Center (PBMC) has recognized two Westhampton War Memorial Ambulance units for their heroic actions on two separate occasions. Westhampton EMS heroes Jeffrey Alt, Joseph McCaffery, Joe Sanders, Henry Susser, Alexandra Schurek, Julie Stollow, Robert Bancroft and Cynthia Schunk all swiftly took action when called to the respective scenes of their incidents, providing world class care and properly addressing and treating their patient’s needs.

“The quick-thinking heroics of these two EMS units are great examples of high-quality emergency care. We are thrilled to recognize them with this award,” said Dr. Jeffrey Zilberstein, Medical Director of Peconic Bay Medical Center. “On behalf of PBMC and the community, we are so thankful for your teamwork, dedication, and bravery."

Last summer, the Westhampton War Memorial Ambulance emergency services helped save the life of a car crash victim by extracting them from a vehicle and reestablishing their airway. And, in another case, they helped save the life of a heart attack victim. “The Westhampton War Memorial Ambulance crew has helped the save the lives of countless community members,” said Jason Groff Northwell CEMS Paramedic Supervisor & PBMC EMS Liaison. “We are honored to thank them for their commitment to serving this community.”

For more information about the Peconic Bay Medical Center, the life-saving capabilities of its Emergency and Trauma Departments, as well as the state-of-the-art Kanas Regional Heart Center visit www.pbmchealth.org

Pictured Photo 1: (L-R) Dr. Jeffrey Zilberstein, Medical Director, PBMC; Lindsey Quinell, Trauma Program Manager, PBMC; Joe Sanders, Paramedic; Robert Bancroft, Chief, Westhampton Ambulance; Julie Stollow, EMT; Alexandra Schurek, EMT; Joseph McCaffrey, Paramedic; Jason Groff, Northwell CEMS Paramedic Supervisor & PBMC EMS Liaison; Cynthia Schunk, First Responder; Jason Reutter, First Assistant Chief, Westhampton Ambulance

Pictured Photo 2: (L-R) Annemarie Dillon, Director of Patient Care, Cardiac Cath Unit, PBMC, Dr. Stanley Katz, Chair of Cardiology, PBMC, Lindsey Tereso, Quality Management RN, Cardiac Cath Unit, PBMC, Robert Bancroft, Chief, Westhampton Ambulance, Joseph McCaffrey, Paramedic, Jeffrey Alt, Paramedic, Tyler Hershman, Second Assistant Chief, Westhampton Ambulance, Jason Reutter, First Assistant Chief, Westhampton Ambulance, Jason Groff Northwell Health CEMS Paramedic Supervisor and PBMC EMS Liaison, Dr. Jeffrey Zilberstein, Medical Director, PBMC

About Peconic Bay Medical Center

Located in Riverhead, NY, Peconic Bay Medical Center is a 200-bed nonprofit hospital committed to providing exceptional care and improving the health of the communities it serves. Peconic Bay Medical Center offers wide-ranging, full-scope services and programs, including advanced surgical, cardiac, orthopedic and women’s health care, comprehensive inpatient medical care, palliative care and an extensive range of outpatient services, along with state-of-the-art technology. Peconic Bay Medical Center joined Northwell Health in 2016. For more information, visit PBMCHealth.org and follow us @PeconicBayMedicalCenter on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.