Atascocita Volunteer Fire Department
Sammy Melendez is an experienced healthcare professional with a focus on family nursing. Serving as a Family Nurse Practitioner at Weekare Pediatrics and DispatchHealth since 2019, Sammy also holds the position of Lead Advanced Practice Provider in Houston. In addition to a robust nursing background that includes roles as a Registered Nurse at HCA Healthcare from 2015 to 2019 and as an EMS Captain at Atascocita Fire Department since 2004, Sammy has demonstrated leadership and expertise in emergency medical services. Furthermore, Sammy owns and operates Explorer Roofing, a venture started in 2008. Sammy obtained a Master of Science in Nursing Science from Anderson University, South Carolina, between 2017 and 2018.
Atascocita Volunteer Fire Department
The Atascocita Volunteer Fire Department (AVFD) is an all hazards, emergency response organization located in Northeast Harris County in Texas, U.S.A.. The department is a 501c4, Not for Profit organization and is funded through a contractual agreement with Harris County Emergency Services District #46 (ESD46). The department's focus is to provide exemplary customer and emergency services to our community through dedicated, highly trained, professional volunteer and career members.