Samantha Sukel

Samantha Sukel has served with the Emergent Health Partners Communications Center since 2022. She joined the team as a Call Taker and licensed EMT, quickly advancing to System Controller, where she dispatches fire, EMS, and 911 responses throughout southern Michigan. Sam’s expertise has been vital during large-scale events, including University of Michigan football games and NASCAR races at Michigan International Speedway. Most recently, she was promoted to part-time Communications Center Supervisor, a role that allows her to continue her professional growth while supporting her coworkers with both clinical knowledge and interpersonal skill.

Sam is celebrated by her peers for her positive energy, lighthearted mood, and infectious laugh, which brighten even the most stressful shifts. Her coworkers describe her as a “ray of sunshine” and a constant reminder of the importance of their shared mission. She is known for her ability to remain calm under pressure, guiding 911 callers through life-saving interventions before first responders arrive.

In the summer of 2023, Sam exemplified the very best of EMS dispatch during a pediatric drowning emergency. With composure and clarity, she provided CPR instructions to the child’s family. Her coaching allowed them to sustain effective resuscitation until ALS providers arrived. Thanks to Sam’s decisive actions bridging the gap between the 911 call and EMS arrival, the child regained consciousness en route to the hospital—a life saved because of her skill and steady leadership.

Outside of work, Sam enjoys gardening, camping, and spending time outdoors with her husband and their two dogs, Maverick and Marlo.

Emergent Health Partners is proud to recognize Samantha Sukel as a 2025 American Ambulance Association Star of Life.