Daniel Estey

Daniel Estey is a Paramedic with Medix Ambulance whose remarkable career has made him a steadfast presence in the Longview community and a trusted mentor to generations of EMS professionals.

Daniel began his EMS career with Medix Ambulance in the late 1980s, quickly earning a reputation for clinical excellence, calm leadership, and unwavering compassion. When another ambulance company acquired Medix Ambulance’s Longview operation in 1994, Daniel remained committed to the community, continuing to serve Longview for the next 30 years.

In 2024, when Medix Ambulance was awarded the City of Longview’s EMS contract, Daniel returned to the organization where his career began. His homecoming reflected not only his connection to Medix Ambulance, but also his enduring commitment to the patients, families, colleagues, and fellow responders of Longview.

Throughout his career, Daniel has served through some of the most challenging periods in Longview’s emergency response history, including major industrial incidents and the evolution of the community’s modern, coordinated EMS system. His clinical expertise and steady leadership have contributed to the strength and reliability of emergency medical services in Longview while helping foster strong partnerships with local fire agencies.

Daniel’s influence is also evident in the EMS professionals who have worked alongside him. Colleagues describe him as steady, humble, and exceptionally capable—an anchor during critical incidents and a mentor to generations of EMTs and Paramedics. His willingness to share his experience has helped strengthen the providers who will carry Longview EMS into the future.

Few careers demonstrate a more enduring commitment to one community. Through decades of patient care, mentorship, leadership, and service, Daniel has positively influenced countless lives and helped shape the EMS system he continues to serve. Medix Ambulance is proud to recognize Paramedic Daniel Estey as a Star of Life.