CHP to honor Eisenhower Health employee for assisting during medical emergency

RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (KESQ) — The California Highway Patrol will honor an Eisenhower Health employee Wednesday for his actions during a medical emergency.

Timothy Morgan will be recognized for what CHP officials describe as professionalism, compassion and a commitment to helping others during a time of need. Specific details surrounding the incident have not been released in order to protect patient privacy.

The recognition ceremony will include representatives from the California Highway Patrol, Eisenhower Health executive leadership and Morgan’s family.

Assistant Chief Michael Vargas with the California Highway Patrol is expected to participate in the presentation alongside Eisenhower Health leadership.

The ceremony is scheduled to begin around 12:10 p.m. Wednesday at the Eisenhower Desert Orthopedic Center Harry and Diane Rinker Building, located at 39000 Bob Hope Drive in Rancho Mirage.