FDNY Foundation Joins the FDNY in Mourning the Passing of Retired Firefighter Anthony Mastrelli
November 15, 2024
On Wednesday, November 20, the FDNY Foundation joined the FDNY for a graduation ceremony in Brooklyn for 73 FDNY Paramedics who graduated from the Paramedic Basic program.
The FDNY Foundation congratulates all 73 paramedics on their graduation! This is a tremendous accomplishment for them and their families. We wish them continued success and thank them for their service and commitment to protecting the people and City of New York and proudly representing the FDNY.
“Years ago, you stood with hundreds of others and took an oath to dedicate your lives to protecting the lives of millions of New Yorkers. And today, you take that oath a step further. You have put in the time and effort to take your skills to the next level by becoming a Paramedic, now equipped to offer advanced medical care to our neediest New Yorkers,” said FDNY Commissioner Tucker.
“The journey to becoming a Paramedic is not an easy one. It demands almost a year of rigorous training, countless hours of practical experience, and a stubborn spirit. It requires the ability to remain calm under pressure, make split second decisions and provide compassionate care to those in need. These individuals have demonstrated all these qualities and more, proving themselves worthy of this promotion,” said Chief of EMS Operations Michael Fields.
Paramedics graduating from the FDNY Paramedic Basic program have trained for months at the EMS Academy, at hospitals on clinical internships, and in field rotations, to provide the highest level of pre-hospital care to New Yorkers. The new Paramedics will be assigned to units throughout New York City.
