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Dr. Anthony L. Paduano is a communication scholar, college educator, and National Registry EMT. He holds a Ph.D. in Communication from Liberty University and has taught in higher education for more than two decades. His work connects media research, emergency response, technology leadership, military service, and community engagement.

Dr. Anthony L. Paduano is a communication scholar, college educator, emergency medical technician, and public-service professional. He earned a Ph.D. in Communication from Liberty University, where his doctoral research examined the social construction of firearm meaning in 2022 Hollywood films. He has taught at St. John’s University and Kingsborough Community College for more than two decades. In addition to his academic work, Dr. Paduano is a nationally registered EMT with credentials in New York, Florida, and Pennsylvania and experience in New York City emergency medical services. He serves as a Specialist in the New York Guard and contributes to Bravo Volunteer Ambulance Corps as an EMT and technology leader. He is a partner at IDR Technology Solutions and an Eagle Scout who serves as Assistant Cubmaster for Pack 715. His speaking interests span communication, media, emergency response, technology, and community leadership.

Dr. Anthony L. Paduano brings together scholarly study, practical technology experience, emergency response, and community service. He earned his Ph.D. in Communication from Liberty University in 2026. His dissertation, The Social Construction of Firearm Meaning in 2022 Hollywood Films: A Qualitative Content Analysis, explores the messages about power, identity, heroism, and conflict embedded in popular cinema. His academic experience includes more than twenty years of teaching at St. John’s University and Kingsborough Community College, with work in communication, media, and applied technology. Beyond the classroom, Dr. Paduano is a nationally registered emergency medical technician with EMT credentials in New York, Florida, and Pennsylvania. His field work includes New York City emergency medical services, while his volunteer commitments include Bravo Volunteer Ambulance Corps, where he contributes to emergency care and information technology. Dr. Paduano also serves as a Specialist in the New York Guard, supporting personnel, communications, medical coordination, and operational readiness during state missions. He is a partner at IDR Technology Solutions, where he supports client relationships and technology projects spanning infrastructure and security services. An Eagle Scout, he continues to mentor young people as Assistant Cubmaster of Cub Scout Pack 715. Across these roles, his work emphasizes accurate information, sound judgment, leadership, and service to others.