N.Y. Medic Collapses, Dies While Aiding Patient

A New York paramedic collapsed Monday while providing patient care.

Hampton Bays Vol. Ambulance Corps Medic Ralph Oswald was 64.

Shortly before 9 a.m., he was providing care to a patient when he told his colleagues he was experiencing distress.

Moments later, he was in cardiac arrest, HBVA officials said in a release.

Despite efforts of his crew, he was pronounced dead at Southampton Hospital.

Oswald was featured by Joy Bauer on The Today Show for his weight loss. See the story. 

Funeral arrangements are pending.