Rick Hernandez, W5RKY, is the Emergency Preparedness Coordinator (EPC) for the New Mexico Healthcare System (Albuquerque).  A former US Navy enlistee (1980-84) then enlisted and retired USAF (1985-2001), Rick currently holds a General License and has been active on the amateur bands since 2017.  One of his duties is to maintain an emergency Communication Program for the VA Medical Center, supporting the N5VA station with radio equipment and conducting communication exercises throughout the year.