Marshall Dutton is a licensed Critical Care Paramedic with over 23 years of experience in the healthcare field. His medical career began in 2000 at Tennessee Technological University, where he graduated from the Paramedic Program in 2003.

Marshall is a proud U.S. Army veteran, having served as an Infantryman, Combat Medic, and U.S. Army Flight Medic. He completed numerous deployments, gaining invaluable experience in high-pressure and combat medical environments.

In 2012, Marshall completed the Critical Care Paramedic Course to further enhance his clinical expertise. He is also a credentialed instructor in, Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC), Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS), Advanced Medical Life Support (AMLS), Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition, and Stabilization (PEARS), CPR and First Aid

With a strong foundation in both civilian and military medicine, Marshall brings a wealth of knowledge, leadership, and hands-on experience to his role at Valor Medical.

Instructor

 With over 17 years in law enforcement, he has excelled in corrections, training, and special operations, demonstrating exceptional leadership and dedication to public safety. Justin’s commitment to service is further highlighted by his 4 years in the military, where he completed multiple deployments, earning valuable operational experience.

A certified Basic EMT, Justin is also a credentialed instructor for both American Heart Association (AHA) and National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT) courses. His diverse skill set and unwavering passion for education enable him to empower others with vital knowledge in healthcare, emergency response, and public safety.

Instructor

Instructor

Zack Crandall is an experienced Paramedic, Flight Medic, and Instructor with over 14 years of service in prehospital emergency care. His career began on the ambulance, where he built a strong foundation in emergency response, trauma care, and critical patient transport.

A U.S. Army veteran, Zack served eight years in the Infantry, where he developed a deep commitment to discipline, leadership, and mission-focused care. Following his military service, he worked in private security and went on to serve as a SWAT Medic, providing medical support in high-risk tactical environments.

Zack brings a diverse skill set and real-world experience to every role, combining clinical expertise with tactical readiness. His dedication to training and operational excellence makes him a valued asset in both the classroom and the field.

Critical Care Registered Nurse & Emergency Department Clinical Educator

Donna Dutton is a highly experienced Critical Care Registered Nurse and Emergency Department Clinical Educator with over 30 years of dedicated service in the field of nursing. Since earning her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Tennessee Technological University in 1993, Donna has served at Cookeville Regional Medical Center, where she has built a distinguished career.

Her clinical background spans a wide range of specialties, including the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU), Cardiac Cath Lab, and the GI Lab. Donna brings not only deep clinical knowledge but also a strong passion for education.

As a certified instructor, she teaches multiple life-saving courses including Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC), and Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course (ENPC).

Donna’s commitment to excellence and mentorship continues to impact both patient outcomes and the professional growth of healthcare providers in emergency and critical care settings.