Air Force Surgeon General News

'That Others May Live': The unwavering commitment of Air Force combat search and rescue

Maj. Claire Fitle — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT

In the U.S. Air Force, no phrase carries more weight than "That Others May Live." It is not merely a motto; it is a commitment that underpins the existence of the Combat Search and Rescue mission.

Military holds summit to consider launching a prize competition to rapidly develop freeze-dried blood for battlefield and civilian use

59th Medical Wing Chief Scientist’s Office, Science & Technology — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT

A one-day summit in San Antonio brought together military, academic, and industry partners to assess the current state of freeze-dried red blood cell technology and explore its potential for battlefield and civilian use.

Navy researchers at Wright-Patt seek volunteers for NASA study supporting space exploration and humanity’s return to the Moon

Zachary Wilson — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMT

U.S. Navy researchers at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base are looking for volunteers to help support a study directly supporting one of the United States’ biggest space exploration goals: returning American astronauts to the Moon.

Top military surgeons general discuss future of military medicine: ‘We are ready to fight and win shoulder to shoulder together’

Robert Hammer — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 18:00:00 GMT

The top military surgeons general stressed the role of military medicine as combat power and the need to adapt and redesign it for future warfare, in which time, distance, and contested access reshape the battlefield.

Physical training injury prevention

Greg Chadwick — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Physical training is necessary to develop and maintain the fitness required to accomplish military missions, but it is also known to cause injury.

MRC-Alpha, DHN Central welcome new senior leader

Elaine Sanchez — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 12:05:00 GMT

Medical Readiness Command Alpha and Defense Health Network Central marked a significant leadership transition during a ceremony held in San Antonio on April 1, 2026.

Lifeline in the sky: KC-46 and medical teams unite for critical care exercise

Senior Master Sergeant James W. Romig Jr. — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT

A KC-46 Pegasus from Oklahoma, typically a lifeline for jets, recently became a crucial link in a high-stakes aeromedical evacuation exercise.

Guyanese, U.S. Air Force dental expand care, enhance readiness during LAMAT 2026

Andrea Jenkins — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 11:00:00 GMT

U.S. Air Force dental teams are delivering care in fast-paced clinics across Guyana, treating high volumes of patients alongside host-nation providers during Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026.

Yokota-based Ground Surgical Team demonstrates capabilities at Iruma AB

Yasuo Osakabe — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 12:30:00 GMT

Airmen from the 374th Medical Group demonstrated the capabilities of their Ground Surgical Team to medical personnel from the Japan Air Self-Defense Force during a medical knowledge exchange at Iruma Air Base, Japan, Mar. 13.

Guyana, U.S. ophthalmology teams restore vision, strengthen readiness during LAMAT 2026

Andrea Jenkins — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Inside Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation, a patient regains sight as U.S. Air Force and Guyana Ministry of Health ophthalmology teams work side by side, delivering specialized care while building something far beyond a single procedure.

Proactive enlisted leader enhances readiness at Al Udeid AB

Maristela Romero — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 15:30:00 GMT

“Train like someone’s life depends on it because one day it will,” said U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Samantha Berkemeyer.

AFRL’s 711th Human Performance Wing welcomes new commander during change of command ceremony

Matthew Clouse — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMT

The Air Force Research Laboratory’s 711th Human Performance Wing welcomed a new commander during a change of command ceremony March 30, 2026, as Brig. Gen. (Dr.) Robert Bogart relinquished command to Col. Dale Harrell.

U.S., Guyana launch medical mission LAMAT 2026

Maj. Stephani Schafer — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 11:00:00 GMT

U.S. and Guyanese officials gathered March 16, 2026, in Georgetown to officially launch the Guyana portion of the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission, marking another milestone in the nations’ long-standing health partnership.

AFGSC hosts virtual MCCS town hall, reveals additional findings

Air Force Global Strike Command Public Affairs — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 11:00:00 GMT

During a virtual town hall today, the ongoing Missile Community Cancer Study reported an increased incidence of testicular cancer and Hodgkin lymphoma among missile community members. Neither cancer is typically associated with adult occupational exposures.

AFMS leaders shape future of military health with joint services, federal health experts at AMSUS

Maristela Romero — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 10:30:00 GMT

Air Force Medical Service leaders discussed the future of Air Force and Space Force medical readiness during the 2026 AMSUS conference March 3-5 in Oxon Hill, Maryland.

59th Medical Wing doctor wins prestigious award for excellence in aerospace behavioral health

Pentagon News — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 14:00:00 GMT

The Aerospace Medical Association has announced that U.S. Air Force Capt. (Dr.) William Hoffman, Medical Director, Joint Integrated Clinical Medicine Research, Office of the Chief Scientist, will be honored with the Raymond F. Longacre Award.

U.S., Saint Kitts and Nevis conclude LAMAT 2026 medical mission

Tech. Sgt. Jessica Smith McMahan — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT

U.S. Air Forces Southern and the Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis concluded the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 engagement during a closing ceremony in Basseterre on March 6, marking the completion of a two-week medical collaboration across St. Kitts and Nevis.

31 ATF collaborates with SOF for specialized medical training

2nd Lt. Daniel White — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Medics assigned to the 31st Combat Air Base Squadron gained proficiency with an air transportable clinic, becoming the first medical personnel to undergo specialized, expeditionary training during an Air Force Unit of Action’s pre-deployment training window, Feb. 8-20, 2026.

Wyoming Airman earns national aeromedical evacuation award

Master Sgt. Jonathon Alderman — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Senior Airman Kaylee Hess, an aeromedical evacuation technician with the 187th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron, 153rd Airlift Wing, Wyoming Air National Guard, was named the 2025 Outstanding Aeromedical Evacuation Crew Member of the Year.

Maj. Gen. Malcolm Grow: A story of dedication, innovation, and compassion for U.S. Air Force medicine

Robert Hammer — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 12:30:00 GMT

As the first surgeon general of the U.S. Air Force, Maj. Gen. Malcolm C. Grow charted a course that defined modern military medicine for future Airmen. His leadership and innovation built the foundation of the Air Force Medical Service.