Sterling Newton
Tactical Medical Instructor | Advanced Emergency Medical Technician | Combat Medic Veteran
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Mission-focused Tactical Medical Instructor and operational medical professional with more than 20 years of experience supporting military, diplomatic, and humanitarian operations in austere and high-threat environments. Former U.S.
Army Combat
Medic and Department of State contractor with extensive expertise in tactical emergency medicine, combat casualty care, medical instruction, operational leadership, and training support. Experienced instructing military personnel, foreign partner forces, and civilian teams in trauma response, emergency medicine, casualty management, and tactical medical procedures. Proven ability to develop and support realistic practical exercises, conduct classroom and hands-on instruction, mentor personnel, and operate effectively in dynamic operational settings.
Recognized for professionalism, adaptability, leadership, and translating operational experience into effective training outcomes.
Experience
International Humanitarian Security Officer / Medic Operator - UG Solutions - Gaza, Palestine
(2025-05 - 2025-11)
Supported humanitarian security and tactical medical operations in Gaza, Palestine, operating in austere and high-risk environments while providing direct emergency medical support to civilians and operational personnel. Qualified in Kinetic Medicine & Global Outreach – STAGE I Training through Lahav Contract Research Organization, Israel. Trained in advanced battlefield medicine and lifesaving surgical procedures in contested and semi-permissive environments.
- Delivered emergency trauma care, casualty stabilization, and triage support in dynamic operational environments.
- Coordinated casualty evacuation procedures and supported operational medical readiness initiatives.
- Developed a Casualty Collection Point (CCP) process that improved field treatment coordination and patient management.
- Assisted in the development of improvised MEDEVAC platforms supporting enhanced patient transport capabilities.
- Collaborated with humanitarian organizations and operational partners to support medical response operations.
- Supported personnel operating in complex and rapidly evolving threat environments.
Personal Security Specialist (PSS) / Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) - Triple Canopy / Constellis - Baghdad, Iraq
(2017-11 - 2024-12)
Provided protective security and tactical emergency medical support for Department of State operations at the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad, Iraq.
- Assisted with CPR and MARCH protocol instruction supporting U.S. Embassy health outreach initiatives.
- Participated in mission debriefings and continuation training programs designed to improve operational readiness and team performance.
- Supported Emergency Response Team (ERT) and Quick Reaction Force (QRF) operations in high-threat environments.
- Maintained proficiency in tactical emergency medical response, casualty care under fire, and emergency evacuation procedures.
- Operated in Reduced Profile (REPRO) mission sets and diplomatic security operations.
- Worked alongside multinational and foreign-national personnel supporting diplomatic mission objectives.
- Demonstrated effectiveness operating in stressful and rapidly evolving operational conditions.
Healthcare Specialist / Combat Medic - United States Army
(1998-01 - 2015-01)
Served as a Combat Medic and Healthcare Specialist during four combat deployments supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom, with 39 months of combat operational experience.
- Instructed Afghan National Civil Order Police (ANCOP) personnel on first responder skills and emergency medical procedures.
- Conducted Ranger First Responder (RFR) instruction while assigned to the 4th Ranger Training Battalion.
- Mentored junior soldiers and medical personnel on trauma response, casualty assessment, and battlefield medical procedures.
- Participated in after-action reviews and operational training development initiatives.
- Managed Battalion Aid Station operations and supervised a squad of 13 soldiers during combat operations.
- Served as Triage Officer during Mass Casualty (MASCAL) events and coordinated patient evacuation operations.
- Maintained accountability and readiness of medical equipment valued in excess of $500,000.
- Served as Medical Logistics Noncommissioned Officer supporting multiple operating bases and forward units.
- Developed responsive medical supply systems supporting combat operations and operational readiness.
- Performed emergency medical treatment, patient assessment, and medical documentation under combat and field conditions.
Resettlement Assistant Intern - Arizona Immigrant and Refugee Services (AIRS) - Phoenix, Arizona
(2017-08 - 2017-09)
Assisted refugees and displaced individuals transitioning from conflict environments.
- Supported communication, relocation assistance, and resource coordination efforts.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Strategic Leadership - Northern Arizona University (2027-12)
Associate of Applied Science - Estrella Mountain Community College (2017-01)
Associate Degree - Health Sciences - Kaplan University (2014-01)
