Pat Songer, MBA, NREMT-P, FACPE
Executive Healthcare Leader | EMS Strategist | Rural Health Innovator
Pat Songer is a nationally recognized healthcare executive with over 30 years of leadership in emergency medical services, critical access hospitals, and rural health innovation. With a deep understanding of both rural and urban healthcare dynamics, Pat has successfully designed and integrated high-performance EMS systems that create operational efficiencies and drive measurable improvements in patient care and system outcomes.
His work spans the development of mobile integrated healthcare programs and community paramedicine, with a strong focus on innovation, peer support systems, and resiliency education for EMS professionals. Pat is known for aligning clinical innovation with system strategy—bridging gaps between field providers, clinics, and hospitals to deliver seamless care across diverse populations.
A Fellow of the American College of Paramedic Executives and recipient of the James O. Page Award, Pat is also a respected speaker, advisor, and author. His leadership is grounded in servant leadership, data-driven performance, and a commitment to transforming healthcare delivery through collaboration and resilience.
Charles is deeply committed to education, serving as an instructor and facilitator for over 20 years, while also contributing his expertise in disaster exercise planning, wilderness medicine, rescue, and survival. His background also includes service as a U.S. Army medic, and executive consulting through 711 Global Consulting. He specializes in developing Mission, Vision, Strategic planning, Logistics and developing systems that improve patient outcomes, strengthen healthcare delivery, and prepare organizations for the future of population health. He is also a frequent national and international speaker on EMS leadership, innovation, and mobile healthcare.