New Panama City–Based Operation to Provide Interfacility Medical Transportation in Bay County

Priority Ambulance, the nation’s second largest provider of medical transportation, today announced the launch of Sunstate Ambulance, a new community-focused medical transportation provider headquartered in Panama City. The company will begin operations in April, providing interfacility medical transports throughout Bay County, supporting hospitals and healthcare facilities with safe and reliable patient transfers.

Operating under the tagline, “Florida’s Brightest in Community-Focused Care,” Sunstate Ambulance is dedicated to delivering compassionate, professional, and clinically excellent service across the region. At launch, services will focus exclusively on scheduled and unscheduled interfacility transports, ensuring patients move seamlessly between hospitals, specialty centers, rehabilitation facilities, residences, and other healthcare providers.

As part of the Priority Ambulance family of companies, Sunstate Ambulance combines the strength and resources of a national organization with a strong local presence. The Priority network includes 21 respected ambulance brands operating across 15 states, providing operational depth, clinical oversight, compliance infrastructure, and financial stability that support high-quality local care.

“Sunstate Ambulance reflects our continued commitment to building strong, locally focused operations supported by national expertise,” said Phil Koster, COO of Priority Ambulance. “We are proud to establish a presence in Bay County and look forward to supporting area hospitals and healthcare partners with dependable, patient-centered medical transportation.”

Sunstate Ambulance is grounded in a culture of trust, respect, and readiness. The company emphasizes team member development, safety, and ongoing clinical training to ensure every transport is handled with professionalism and compassion. By investing in its workforce and fostering a supportive environment, Sunstate aims to create a workplace where caregivers feel valued, enabling them to deliver the highest level of care.

“Every transport represents more than a ride,” said Brandon Waldorff, operations manager for Sunstate Ambulance. “It is an opportunity to care for a neighbor, support a healthcare partner, and contribute to a stronger, healthier Florida.”

Sunstate Ambulance will serve Bay County at launch, with potential for thoughtful growth in other Florida communities as partnerships develop.