EMT Response

EMS Remembers 9/11

EMS workers at the different attack locations will never forget what it was like on 9/11. In this article, they share some of the lasting impacts that resulted from of working on site, including the physical and emotional challenges.

To Learn More: jems.com/2011/08/31/ems-providers

Source: Journal of Emergency Medical Services

New York Paramedic on Surviving

Paramedic John Episcopo shares his experiences as one of the first responders on the scene at the World Trade Center.

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Source: NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital

9/11 Memories from an ER Dr.

Dr. Bob Horton, whose hospital was the closest to Ground Zero, recalls his experiences in the ER during the terrorist attacks on 9/11.

To Learn More: greenwichtime.com/Bob-Horton

Source: Greenwich Time

Running Towards the Towers

During the 9/11 attacks, an unnamed EMT was seen rushing toward the burning buildings in order to help. Other off-duty first responders were seen doing the same throughout the day, many of who were lost in the line of duty.

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Source: Fox News

Working in NYC Hospital on 9/11

Daniel Summers, an essential employee in the Bellevue Hospital pediatric department, recalls his experience working in the hospital during and after the 9/11 terrorist attacks.

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Source: The Daily Beast

9/11 Paramedic Takes a Look Back

Greg Santa Maria, a 9/11 paramedic, helped the 9/11 emergency team by setting up two different receiving areas at the hospital. This helped bring order to the chaos and confusion caused by the attacks.

To Learn More: ems1.com/9-11/articles

Source: EMS1.com

Medic Describes 9/11 Response

In this interview, Sgt. Matthew Rosenberg discusses his experience as an Army medic assigned to the Pentagon on 9/11. Because of his heroism during the terrorist attacks, he was awarded the prestigious Soldier’s Medal.

To Learn More: history.amedd.army.mil

Source: US Army Medical Department

Muslim American NYPD Cadet

Muslim American Mohammad Salman Hamdani was a trained EMT and NYPD Cadet, and after seeing the tower of smoke coming from the World Trade Center towers, rushed to the site in order to help others—at the cost of his own life. He was later given a police funeral and hailed as a hero.

To Learn More: pri.org/stories/2012-01-04/muslim-american-nypd-cadet-mohammad-salman-hamdani-left-911-memorial-list

Source: The World

9/11 First Responders

This collection of photos showcases the many struggles that the New York City first responders had to face, not just during the attacks on 9/11, but in the days following, as well. They help create a timeline of those who were there, and what they went through to help others during a time of tragedy.