OUR team 2024-2025
The UTEFR team includes over 50 active responders, with training ranging from Standard First Aid to Paramedics. Altogether, we have close to 250 members in our organization who make this team possible.
Rafael Perez Vicente - Executive Director
Hi everyone! My name is Rafa, I am an Engineering Science major specializing in Biomedical Systems. I have been a part of UTEFR since January 2023, and recently served as a trainer during the 2023-2024 academic year. I have been involved in first aid since 2020, certified as an EMT-I since 2022, and with experience working on an ambulance service in Mexico City. In Canada I am certified as a first aid instructor and currently work at one of the biggest pre-hospital and event medical providers in Ontario. Aside from first aid, I enjoy gardening, working on engineering design teams, and watching Formula 1, along with countless other interests I enjoy exploring.
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Howell Fang - Training Director
Hey guys, my name is Howell and I’m currently doing my master’s in physiology. I am a Primary Care Paramedic and AEMCA licensed to practice in both BC and ON and am excited to serve as UTEFR’s Training Director again this year. Currently, I work in the private sector providing pre-hospital and event medical care as well as in the public sector in the clinic. I’ve been involved in pre-hospital medicine for over six years now and have been in love with it since day one! In my time off, I enjoy travelling the world, film photography, shooting guns, and jumping out of airplanes.
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Chelsea Wen - Communications Director
Hi everyone! My name is Chelsea, I’m a second-year student studying pathobiology and chemistry, and I’m currently certified in SFA with CPR-C. Before joining UTEFR last fall, I was on my high school’s first responder team and have been a lifeguard since 2022. I’m looking forward to being your communications director this year and continuing to work as a responder at UTEFR events! In my spare time, I enjoy reading, baking, sewing, and swimming.
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Kaitlyn Nitta - Finance Director
Hi guys, I’m Kaitlyn and I’m thrilled to return as the Finance Director for UTEFR this year. I was previously a certified Emergency First Responder up until late 2023, and worked with my high school’s First Responders program. During my time with UTEFR, I have covered events such as Rolling Loud and UofT frosh week, gaining invaluable learning experiences. While I am now only certified in SFA, I am eager to develop my skills and expand my knowledge. I look forward to meeting you all at our upcoming training sessions and to another successful year ahead!
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