Battalion Chief Brian DeFreitas was recognized by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians for 20 consecutive years of National EMS Certification, a rare accomplishment in the field. DeFreitas also serves as Middletown's EMS Director.
Local Paramedic recognized for 20 Years of service
Brian DeFreitas, a Battalion Chief with the Middletown Fire Department, was recently recognized by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians for achieving 20 consecutive years of National EMS Certification. This distinction is an honor held by few EMS professionals.
To maintain his status as a Nationally Registered Paramedic, DeFreitas completed, on a biennial basis, the most comprehensive recertification program for EMS professionals in America.
By maintaining his National EMS Certification and completing regular continuing education courses, DeFreitas has demonstrated his commitment to providing exceptional prehospital emergency medical care.
DeFreitas was Nationally Registered as a Paramedic in 2002 and has been serving the Middletown Community since 2005.
The National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians serves as the National EMS certifications organization by providing a valid, uniform process to assess the knowledge and skills required for competent practice by EMS professionals throughout their careers and by maintaining a registry of certification status.