Educational Services Specialists
Full-Time Educators
Aaron Byrd
Dr. Aaron Byrd is an Educational Services Specialist at Laerdal. He previously served as a simulationist at a large hospital-based simulation center in the North Carolina Research Triangle. Dr. Byrd also has a faculty appointment at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in the School of Medicine. He holds a doctorate in health science from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and a Masters of Public Administration from Penn State. Prior to his move into simulation, Dr. Byrd was the clinical educator for a large air and ground critical care transport program. He was also the 24th President of the International College of Advanced Practice Paramedics and presently enjoys emeritus status.
Dr. Byrd was made a member of the Order of St. John by Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth in 2019 and subsequently promoted by Her Majesty to the grade of Officer in 2022. He is an avid baseball fan and a longsuffering supporter of the Chicago Cubs.
Allen Ribblett
Bill Summerfield
Bob Duy
Bruce Karatzoglou
Cody Porter
Daniel Plumby
Ed Coleclough
Jordan Pate
Julie Redmon
Katie Maxey-Brock
Kelly McKeever
Lori Kurtz
Mathieu Gerbaux
Max Dannecker
Meg Miller
Ola Gonzalez
Patricia Sedgwick
Shane Peddle
Tyler Richmond
Part-Time Educators
Alejandro Sanchez
Alejandro Sanchez is an Educator at Laerdal. He offers extensive knowledge of Laerdal simulators and simulation methodology. Alejandro combines his four years of simulation experience with his three years of ICU nursing experience to deliver meaningful hands-on training that incorporates a great balance of theory and practice.
Having worked in different fields of simulation, from technical operations to simulation facilitation, Alejandro tailors his courses to best fit the client’s needs. He is passionate about simulation and healthcare education and focuses on creating an immersive learning experience that empowers clients and makes them feel confident in operating their new equipment.
Alejandro earned his BSN at Florida International University and graduated with honors. He is a personable and approachable educator that enjoys helping clients achieve their goals, and he consistently goes the extra mile to ensure his clients are satisfied.