DCEMS has been fortunate to receive numerous achievements, accreditations, and accolades, reflecting its commitment to excellent care and community service. Key achievements include:

  • CAAS Accreditation
  • Mission Lifeline Recognition: Gold with target heart attack.
  • State of Ohio EMS System of the Year 2020
  • EMS World National EMS System of the Year 2022
  • National Safety in EMS Award 2022
  • Finalist for the 2023 Excellence in Innovation Hooley EMS Award
  • Finalist for System of the Year at the National Conference on EMS 2023
  • Captain Jarrod Tupps: State of Ohio EMS Provider of the Year 2024