Douglas Mulholland 2016 Honoree

Douglas Mulholland

Douglas Mulholland

FDNY-EMS
New York, New York

Doug, like many other first responders, lived a life of service. In 1985, he joined the ranks of the Lindenhurst Volunteer Fire Department in his hometown on Long Island, rising to the rank of Captain. Doug attended EMT school and in 1987 became a member of the New York City Emergency Medical Service working in Brooklyn and Queens. He received his Paramedic certification in 1989 and promotion to Lieutenant in 2006.

Doug was honored for his distinguished service, both career and volunteer, including receiving medals for pulling an unconscious woman from a burning house, an Excellent Duty Award, and over 50 Pre-Hospital Save Awards throughout his career. He also responded to many disasters, including the crash of TWA flight 800 and the first and second attack on the World Trade Center.

In 2010, Doug was diagnosed with cancer as a result of the toxins he was exposed to while operating at Ground Zero. Although the cancer metastasized throughout his body, Doug continued to work until the effects of the illness and the treatments prohibited further work. He succumbed to his illness on May 28, 2013.

Honored 2016