BMHD’s Makaela Hughet selected as Derek Gray Scholarship winner

By on Tuesday, September 9th, 2025 in Eastern/Southeast Oregon News More Top Stories

JOHN DAY – The Blue Mountain Hospital District recently announced that Advanced Emergency Medical Technician Makaela Hughet has been awarded the Derek Gray Scholarship through the National Medical Education & Training Center. The hospital notes that only one student is chosen by the organization this year. Through the honor, Hughet will have the cost of tuition to become a Paramedic covered.

BMHD writes, โ€œMakaela is an AEMT and has been serving her community at Blue Mountain Hospital District for over 8 years, and now sheโ€™s taking the next step in her career. We are so proud of you, Makaela – this recognition is well deserved!โ€

**National Medical Education and Training Center photo**