John E. Kahyaoglu 

            I was born February 14,1988. I was born at Griffin Hospital to Dawn and Erguder Kahyaoglu. I attended Ansonia schools my whole life from kindergarten through high school. I graduated from Ansonia High School in 2006. I’ve been training in martial arts since 1996, achieving my black belt in 2001. I am currently a 2^nd degree black belt and teach martial arts to children and adults ranging anywhere from three years old to adults.

I joined the junior corps of Ansonia Rescue Medical Services (ARMS) when I was 14 years old. While in the junior corps I obtained my first aid and CPR certifications and later my MRT. In 2005 I took an EMT bridge class and received my EMT in 2006. In 2007 I received my “Q” license, certifying me to be able to drive our heavy rescue truck. I currently volunteer at  ARMS every Saturday night and pick-up open shifts as needed during the week.

 I also work at my family owned restaurant in Ansonia with my parents as a cook/assistant manager and I help out with anything else as needed. I have always been fascinated with automotive repairs and older cars and in my free time I enjoy working on cars and trucks.

Due to my fascination with EMS since I was young to the present day, I have decided to continue my EMS education and further my knowledge to the paramedic level.