A paramedic from the Ansan Fire Station is receiving praise from the public after he quickly responded to a woman who collapsed on the subway while he was off duty.
According to the fire station on September 7, the paramedic, Shin Ui-hyun, discovered the woman in her 20s who had suddenly collapsed on Line 4 of the subway around 9 a.m. on August 26 while traveling to a training session in Seoul.
Using his years of experience in emergency response, Shin assessed the woman's condition and exited the train with her at Beomgye Station, where he called 119 for assistance.
He helped the woman, who was experiencing dizziness, to remain calm and stayed by her side until the ambulance arrived, checking her symptoms and medical history.
When the ambulance team arrived, he briefed them on her condition and the information he had gathered before handing her over. The woman was then transported to a nearby hospital for treatment.
This incident came to light the following day when the woman posted a message of gratitude on the Ansan Fire Station's 'Let's Praise' bulletin board.
In her message, she said, "I believe I was able to receive treatment safely because you helped me calmly and quickly when I lost consciousness and could do nothing. I sincerely thank you for your warm care and for staying with me until the end."
Citizens who learned of the story also reacted positively to the paramedic's actions. They commented, "It was impressive that he actively helped a citizen in need even while off duty," and "It was a relief to have a paramedic nearby when someone suddenly collapsed. I am grateful for his calm response in a critical moment."
Shin Ui-hyun stated, "As a paramedic, it was natural for me to act when I saw a citizen in need of help," adding, "I am relieved to hear that the patient received treatment safely."
Meanwhile, Go Young-joo, the fire chief, remarked, "The calm judgment and quick response that come from years of emergency experience helped ensure the safety of the citizen. We will continue to do our best to be a fire service that earns the trust of the public."
* This article has been translated by AI.
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