Andrew Turcotte, RN, CCEMT-P, FP-C, EMS IC

Andrew Turcotte began working as a flight paramedic for LifeFlight’s Bangor base after spending time at AirCare MedEvac in Fairfax, VA, the Old Orchard Beach Fire Department, and LifeFlight's Lewiston base.

Originally from East Millinocket, Andy earned his paramedicine degree from Southern Maine Community College. "I knew at an early age that I wanted to pursue a career in public safety. The adrenaline of the job and satisfaction in knowing you are part of a team that can truly make a difference between life and death is incredibly rewarding," explains Andy. Indeed, public service must run in the family since Andy’s twin brother, Aaron, is a state trooper in western Maine.

Andy has had some health challenges recently that have kept him from flying, but he has remained committed to public service. He dedicates much of his time these days educating and mentoring those that have a genuine passion for emergency medical services, mostly through the Human Patient Simulator program, owned by Maine EMS and operated by LifeFlight of Maine. He serves as a facilitator, guiding participants through the 90-minute sessions, and is the lead contact person for the southern half of the state.

When he’s not helping others, Andy also likes to spend time with family and friends playing soccer and baseball.