Cataldo Ambulance Service

EMS Education Center Expands and Moves to Woburn

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024
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In 2023, the Cataldo Education Center hosted more than 700 classes and educated over 3100 students.

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  • In 2023, the Cataldo Education Center hosted more than 700 classes and educated over 3100 students.
  • With the addition of the Paramedic Program early last year, the education center now offers training for every step of an EMS career.
  • "EMS is a great career and many people don't know you can get started in just a few short months," adds Scott Meagher, Director of Education at the Cataldo Education Center.
  • The new Cataldo Education Center is located at 15 Commonwealth Avenue, Suite 210 in Woburn, Massachusetts.

Cataldo Ambulance Swing for Hope sets fundraising record to benefit the American Cancer Society

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Monday, August 7, 2023
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SOMERVILLE, Mass., Aug. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Swing Fore Hope, Cataldo Ambulance Service's annual charity golf tournament, raised $43,000 for the American Cancer Society's AstraZeneca Hope Lodge in Boston.

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  • SOMERVILLE, Mass., Aug. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Swing Fore Hope, Cataldo Ambulance Service's annual charity golf tournament, raised $43,000 for the American Cancer Society's AstraZeneca Hope Lodge in Boston.
  • The Swing Fore Hope tournament raises funds through generous sponsor participation, team registrations, raffle prizes, and an auction.
  • "Being able to support the Hope Lodge and related cancer programs for the past 31 years has been a true passion of mine."
  • It creates a community which provides essential support and nurturing for patients receiving cancer treatment and their families," adds Dennis Cataldo.

Cataldo Education Center Launches Paramedic Program

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Tuesday, January 17, 2023
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MALDEN, Mass., Jan. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Cataldo Education Center, a division of Cataldo Ambulance Service, welcomed the inaugural class of students into their new Paramedic Training Program today.

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  • MALDEN, Mass., Jan. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Cataldo Education Center, a division of Cataldo Ambulance Service, welcomed the inaugural class of students into their new Paramedic Training Program today.
  • One of the ways we can accomplish this is to inspire and grow the next generation of EMS professionals through our Cataldo Education Center," says Dennis Cataldo, President and CEO of Cataldo Ambulance Service.
  • The 14-month program features cognitive, psychomotor, and affective learning techniques which integrate instruction, practical skill sessions, simulation, clinical practice, and a field internship," notes Matthew Williams, Paramedic Program Director at Cataldo.
  • The next Paramedic Program cohort will begin this May at the Cataldo Education Center located at 190 Madison Street in Malden.

Cataldo Expands Services in Western Massachusetts

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Tuesday, August 23, 2022
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SPRINGFIELD, Mass., Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cataldo Ambulance Service is expanding its services offered in Western Massachusetts by adding a 911 contract with the city of Holyoke.

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  • SPRINGFIELD, Mass., Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cataldo Ambulance Service is expanding its services offered in Western Massachusetts by adding a 911 contract with the city of Holyoke.
  • "This partnership with Holyoke and the Holyoke Medical Center was a natural expansion of our footprint in Western Massachusetts," says Kevin Turner, COO of Cataldo.
  • "With every new contract, we ensure exceptional patient care remains our top priority," says Denise Cataldo, President & CEO of Cataldo Ambulance Service.
  • Since 1977 Cataldo Ambulance Service continues to distinguish itself as a leader in EMS, providing routine and emergency medical transportation services, offering clinical education, and introducing the first mobile integrated health service line in Massachusetts.

Cataldo Increases Rates for Paramedics

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Monday, August 15, 2022
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"EMS pay rates across the country have historically lagged behind other industries," says Kevin Turner, COO of Cataldo.

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  • "EMS pay rates across the country have historically lagged behind other industries," says Kevin Turner, COO of Cataldo.
  • Dennis Cataldo, President & CEO of Cataldo Ambulance Service, has long advocated for the industry to treat EMS workers more professionally.
  • As of today, the starting wage for all paramedics at Cataldo Ambulance Service will be $25/hour with experienced paramedics able to make up to $40/hour.
  • In addition to wage increases, Cataldo Ambulance Service already offers EMS professionals flexible schedules, paid time off, free training through the Cataldo Education Center, options for free or low-cost health benefits, as well as new vehicles and equipment.

Cataldo partners with Boston Red Sox as Primary EMS Transportation Provider through 2026

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Friday, May 6, 2022
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SOMERVILLE, Mass., May 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cataldo Ambulance is proud to announce that it has extended its relationship with the Boston Red Sox as its exclusive ambulance transportation provider through 2026.

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  • SOMERVILLE, Mass., May 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cataldo Ambulance is proud to announce that it has extended its relationship with the Boston Red Sox as its exclusive ambulance transportation provider through 2026.
  • Cataldo Ambulance has been providing EMS coverage for the Boston Red Sox for more than 10 years.
  • Our employees are excited to continue the long-standing tradition of service to the Boston Red Sox and their fans.
  • Vice President, Daniel Hoffenberg said it best, "Cataldo is excited to carry on our relationship as the ambulance transportation provider to the Boston Red Sox.

Cataldo Upgrades Lifesaving Tools

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Monday, January 31, 2022
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SOMERVILLE, Mass., Jan. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cataldo Ambulance introduces the newest level of innovative, life-saving technology as standard equipment for its Advanced Life Support ambulances.

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  • SOMERVILLE, Mass., Jan. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cataldo Ambulance introduces the newest level of innovative, life-saving technology as standard equipment for its Advanced Life Support ambulances.
  • Thirteen years ago, Cataldo Ambulance was the first to deploy a mechanical CPR technology throughout all communities served by the company.
  • In 2022, Cataldo invests significantly in the latest technology by upgrading to the latest mechanical CPR device offered by Stryker, the LUCAS3, v3.1 chest compression system.
  • Says Quaranto, "All of these tools are designed to improve patient outcomes, improve crew safety, and support innovative solutions to complex medical scenarios."

State Sponsors "Drive for Good!" Program

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Friday, December 3, 2021
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"It is a short term program with limited reach, but for the residents of these 50 facilities requiring this critical transportation, it could be a lifesaver."

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  • "It is a short term program with limited reach, but for the residents of these 50 facilities requiring this critical transportation, it could be a lifesaver."
  • "Many providers dropped the service because the MassHealth reimbursements just didn't cover the costs associated with wheelchair van transportation.
  • The state sponsored program is intended to launch on December 13th and will run through March 2022.
  • The program will hire and train up to 18 drivers who will support a coverage area that includes base locations in

Insights on the Ambulance Services Global Market to 2026 - Featuring Envision Healthcare, Acadian Ambulance Services and BVG India Among Others - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Thursday, May 20, 2021
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This increases the time of preparing the aircraft for the transfers and thus, requires to act faster than before.

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  • This increases the time of preparing the aircraft for the transfers and thus, requires to act faster than before.
  • This brings a burden to the staff and the companies and an additional expense.\nAir ambulances are the ambulance services that are vital for transportation in case of medical emergencies.
  • The company's services may be part of its in-network health coverage benefits in six states in the United States.
  • In the United States, Medicare covers both emergency and non-emergency ambulance services, if it is considered medically necessary and the supplier fulfils Medicare ambulance requirements.

Global Ambulance Services Market Forecast 2019-2022 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Thursday, September 12, 2019
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Global Ambulance Services Market Forecast to 2022 provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the global ambulance services market.

Key Points: 
  • Global Ambulance Services Market Forecast to 2022 provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the global ambulance services market.
  • The ambulance services market consists of sales of ambulance services and related goods by entities (organizations, sole traders and partnerships) that provide ambulance services.
  • Western Europe was the largest region in the global ambulance services market, accounting for 36% of the market in 2018.
  • North America was the second largest region accounting for 32% of the global ambulance services market.