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EMS members rescuing a patient in an ambulance supported by the Missouri Ambulance Association

About MAA: Leading Change and Advancing EMS Services Across Missouri

The MAA seeks to improve and promote partnerships and cooperation between EMS services in the state of Missouri. Through outreach, educational training, and events, the Association advances the vital importance of EMS services and elevates awareness about crucial care concerns faced by teams and Districts providing emergency response.

The Association is guided by one simple mission and adheres to seven core principles. A governing Board of Directors provides oversight for the Association, its membership standards, and all outreach, advocacy, and educational services.

The Mission of the Missouri Ambulance Association

Our mission is simple, succinct, and clear: 

The MAA strives to provide a common voice for advancement of emergency medical services in Missouri.

Missouri Ambulance Association Vision Statement

The MAA works to promote cooperation of emergency medical services in Missouri and serves as a common voice to protect the integrity and for the betterment of EMS within the state while promoting the general health and safety of our population.

MAA Values LEADERS

The values statement of MAA follows the acronym L.E.A.D.E.R.S. The Missouri Ambulance Association adheres to these seven key values:

MAA supports seasonal events attended by Mercy Hospital Emergency Medical Services Members in the Missouri state area.

Leadership

We will dedicate our efforts to always building this Association with strong, well-informed and capable leaders.

Activism

We will promote education and avenues for the involvement of all agencies within their legislative bodies.

Education

We will offer opportunities for enhancement and growth of agencies and providers at all levels in and outside of our association.

Empowerment

We will strive to build the confidence and self-determination of our agencies to serve with knowledge and integrity within their communities.

Development

We will provide opportunities for leaders within our member agencies to gain knowledge and resources to advance their agencies.

Safety

We will promote safety and best practices of our industry at all times.

Representation

We will serve as a strong voice within our state legislation to better the laws and regulations of our industry.

Meet the MAA Board

A Board of Directors oversees the work, expenditures, and outreach efforts on behalf of the Missouri Ambulance Association. Members serve a 2 year term and meet once per month.

John Barclay
President

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NTA Ambulance District

Katherine Probst
Vice President

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Adair County Ambulance District

Ray Antonacci
Secretary

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Lincoln County Ambulance District

Bob Patterson
Treasurer

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Mercy Emergency Medical Services

Barb Shupe
Executive Director

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Missouri Ambulance Association

Larry Chasteen
Director

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North Scott County Ambulance District

Chuck Doss
Director

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 MU Health Care

Jason Smith
Director

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METS Ambulance

Tyler Juden
Director

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Stoddard County Ambulance District

Valerie Wilson
Director

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Mercy Emergency Medical Services

Mark Alexander
Director

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CoxHealth

Matt Bowen
Director

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Linn County Ambulance District

Brian Hokamp
Director

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Christian Hospital EMS

Taz Meyer
Director

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Meramec Ambulance District

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