Doug Struble

Doug Struble currently serves as District Chief of EMS with Chatham Emergency Services in Savannah Georgia, bringing two decades of experience and leadership to the profession. He began his public safety career as a volunteer firefighter, quickly discovering a calling in emergency medical services. In 2006, Doug earned his EMT-Intermediate certification, followed by completion of his Paramedic licensure in 2008. Since then, he has steadily advanced through the ranks, building a reputation as a skilled clinician and trusted leader.

Doug’s dedication to excellence in patient care has been recognized with top honors. In 2009, he was named Paramedic of the Year, and he also received the prestigious Dr. J. Jeffery Marshall Excellence in Emergency Cardiac Care Award for achieving return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC) after 83 minutes of resuscitation on a cardiac arrest patient. Thanks to Doug’s persistence and skill, the patient not only survived but went on to leave the hospital and live a fulfilling life.

In addition to his clinical expertise, Doug has demonstrated exceptional leadership in planning for large-scale events and natural disaster response. He developed the operational plan for Savannah’s St. Patrick’s Festival and Parade, the third largest in the United States, as well as for the city’s annual Rock and Roll Marathon. Doug also serves in the Emergency Operations Center during hurricanes, where he plays a critical role in planning and assisting residents with medical needs during evacuations. His ability to anticipate challenges and coordinate complex operations has made him an invaluable asset to both his agency and the communities he serves.

Outside of work, Doug is a dedicated family man. He and his wife, Nancy, share a blended family of five children—Faith, David, Brett, Brooklyn, and Willow. They have three dogs, and Doug is well known for playing a pretty good, bass guitar.  Doug’s devotion to both his family and his community reflects the same compassion and commitment that define his EMS career.

His colleagues and community are proud to recognize Doug Struble of Chatham Emergency Services as a 2025 Star of Life.