About EMMCO West

Emergency Medical Management Cooperative (EMMCO West, Inc.) is a non-profit regional EMS council that has been serving Northwestern Pennsylvania since its incorporation in 1983 and the commencement of operations in 1984. Initially, the regional EMS council covered 14 counties, but the area was later divided into two separate regions: EMMCO East and EMMCO West.

Through a contractual agreement with the Pennsylvania Department of Health, EMMCO West is responsible for the oversight and coordination of emergency medical services (EMS) in seven Northwestern Pennsylvania counties:

• Clarion
• Crawford
• Erie
• Forest
• Mercer
• Venango
• Warren

Corporate Reorganization & Governance

On July 1, 2004, EMMCO West, Inc. restructured its corporate governance to diversify its Board of Directors and strengthen its representation across various EMS and healthcare sectors. The board now consists of 24 members, including:

• Representatives from 12 Northwestern PA hospitals (emergency department directors, physicians, RNs, and administrators)
• EMS representatives from each county
• Emergency Management Agency (EMA) directors
• EMS instructors, EMTs, paramedics, and ambulance administrators
• Representatives from the American Red Cross, Agricultural Extension Office, and Active Aging
• Members from both volunteer and career EMS services

The board convenes quarterly in September, December, March, and June. Subcommittees focus on key operational areas, including:

• Regional Medical Advisory
• Communications
• Quality Improvement
• Transportation

Public Meetings

EMMCO West operates in accordance with the Pennsylvania Sunshine Law, ensuring transparency in its governance. All board meetings are open to the public. Individuals interested in attending are encouraged to contact EMMCO West in advance to confirm seating availability.

Email: mail@emmco.org
Phone: 814-337-5380

For more information on EMMCO West’s initiatives, services, and upcoming meetings, visit www.emmco.org.