Rayne’s Toby Bergeron named 2004 Paramedic of the Year Finalist for Acadia, Jefferson Davis, and Calcasieu parishes

2004 Paramedic of the Year finalist Toby Bergeron

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, June 24, 2004

Officials of Acadian Ambulance Service have announced that Toby Bergeron has been selected as a finalist for the 2004 Paramedic of the Year award. A twelve-year Acadian veteran, Bergeron works in Acadia parish. He represents Acadia, Jefferson Davis, and Calcasieu parishes. Each year the medics of Acadian Ambulance Service select one of their peers as the outstanding paramedic of the year.

“The honor we pay to our Medic of the Year for outstanding service is shared by all Acadian medics, and especially those who were bestowed the honor of nominee,” said Vice President of Operations, Jerry Romero. "The nominees bring a high degree of professionalism to their jobs, as well as an attitude of caring and concern for the people they serve. We are proud to recognize Toby as an outstanding medic in the field of emergency medical services and as the Medic of the Year Nominee for the offshore operations.”

Bergeron’s peers in their nomination said, “Toby’s paramedic skills are first class, and his commitment to the community is something of which to be proud. He is an advocate for the patient and has the ability to manage the most tense of situations.”

In addition to his full time Paramedic position, Bergeron is a first responder with the Rayne Volunteer Fire Department.

Bergeron, his wife, Laura, and children John and Carley reside in Rayne.
The 2004 Medic of the Year will be announced at the annual Paramedic Luncheon on Wednesday, August 18 in Lafayette. U.S. Senator John Breaux will serve as master of ceremonies for the event where more than 800 guests from the medical community, elected officials and public safety agencies are expected to attend. Scheduled as guest speaker for the event is Surgeon General Richard Carmona.

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