Medical Enlisted Corps

Members of the 422nd Medical Squadron and 420th Air Base Squadron pose for a photo inside the new medical aid station

Two men in uniform smile while posing for a photo on a hillside.

Chief Master Sgt. Thomas Schaefer II, Seventh Air Force command chief, is secured on a power-lift stretcher by members of the 8th Medical Group ambulance services team at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, July 29, 2025. The 8th MDG ambulance services team demonstrated how the stretcher is used to transport patients, gave Schaefer a tour of an ambulance and discussed how their services are used during exercises.

Dr. Stephen Ferrara (left), acting Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs, U.S. Air Force Col. Angela Lacek (center), the 673d Medical Group commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Amy Miller, the Senior Enlisted Leader of the 673d MDG, tour Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, July 16, 2025.

The Medical Enlisted Corps is comprised of approximately 34,000 Total Force Airmen who fulfill critical roles in the success of the Air Force Medical Service delivering care to Airmen, Guardians, and their families.

Medical Enlisted Airmen from around the world perform in multiple capacities, ranging from assisting providers through a wide scope of scenarios, managing health care administration, overseeing resourcing and logistics for medical facilities, and more - all accomplished in the support and execution of high reliable care to approximately 2.6 million beneficiaries around the globe.

The exceptionally skilled abilities of our Medical Enlisted Corps are immeasurable and firmly make it possible for health care teams to deliver Trusted Care ... anytime, anywhere.

What is the CMEF's role?
The Chief of the Medical Enlisted Force is the personal advisor to the Air and Space Force Surgeon General on all issues regarding the welfare, readiness, morale and proper utilization and progression for the 34,000 Total Force medical enlisted community.

The CMEF defines, shapes, and executes health care policy in support of 45,000 personnel at 76 military treatment facilities. The CMEF ensures a cost effective, patient-centered and prevention-based health care continuum for 2.6 million beneficiaries worldwide, and fosters strategic partnerships with senior enlisted leaders, Veterans Affairs, federal agencies, academia, and allied medical services.
Current MAJCOM CMEFs / SEAs
- CMSgt James M. Woods, Chief, Medical Enlisted Force
- CMSgt Sara Wright, Air Combat Command
- CMSgt Michael A. Rumora, Air Force District of Washington
- CMSgt Danielle Barnes, Air Education & Training Command
- CMSgt Mark Baldwin, Air Force Materiel Command
- CMSgt Erica Rose, Air Force Special Operations Command
- CMSgt Christopher Walthall, Air Mobility Command
- CMSgt Katie Hammonds, Air Force Global Strike Command
- CMSgt Melvin Morena (Interim), Pacific Air Forces
- CMSgt Kimberly Divens, U.S. Air Forces in Europe
- CMSgt Janet M. Probst, Air National Guard
- CMSgt Angela Rabel, Air Force Reserve Command
What is the CFM’s Role?
The Air Force Career Field Manager works at Headquarters Air Force. Their responsibilities include establishing career field entry requirements, managing trained personnel requirements, and developing and managing career-long training plans’ requirements and programs.

Additionally, they implement and advise on changes to force management policies and programs, develop contingency planning actions, validate deployment requirements, and verify workforce availability. As functional experts, they ensure their career fields are responsive to both current and future needs of the Air Force, which directly impacts the resources Major Command Functional Managers and Air Force Personnel Center manage to distribute across the Air Force.
Current CFMs
- 4A0, Health Services Management - SMSgt Gabriel Perez
- 4A1, Medical Materiel - CMSgt Erik Baker
- 4A2, Biomedical Equipment - CMSgt Karen Sweet
- 4B0, Bioenvironmental Engineering - CMSgt Nathan Burger
- 4C0, Mental Health Service - CMSgt Christina Schwarztrauber
- 4D0, Diet Therapy - CMSgt Tabitha N. Mojica
- 4E0, Public Health - CMSgt Anitra N. Crosby
- 4H0, Respiratory Care Practitioner - CMSgt MyTien T. Pham
- 4J0, Physical Medicine - CMSgt Curtell Gibson
- 4N0, Aerospace Medical Service - CMSgt Valerie Lee
- 4N1, Surgical Service - SMgt Brittany Vonlehmden
- 4P0, Pharmacy - CMSgt Latonya Reno
- 4R0, Diagnostic Imaging - CMSgt Joshua E. Livingston
- 4T0, Medical Laboratory - CMSgt Alonso A. Blackman, Jr.
- 4V0, Optometry - CMSgt Brandon T. Mosher
- 4Y0, Dental Assistant - CMSgt Mary Lake
Career Opportunities | Air Force Specialty Codes
From administration to various medical specialties, the Air Force offers dozens of health care opportunities for Airmen.

To learn more about Air Force Specialty Codes specific to the Medical Enlisted Corps, including detailed descriptions and prerequisites, view the links below or contact us for information.

Submit a question or comment to the Chief of the Medical Enlisted Force. You will receive a response back within two business days. Thank you for reaching out to us.

Attn: DAF / CMEF
Office of the U.S Air Force Surgeon General address:
7700 Arlington Boulevard, Falls Church, Virginia 22042-5101

For more information, please contact:

MSgt Lynn Lillington
Manager, Medical Enlisted Force

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CMSgt James M. Woods
Medical Enlisted Force and Enlisted Corps Chief

Airmen conducted a mass casualty drill during exercise Resolute Force Pacific 2025 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, July 18, 2025.

Airmen addressed risks associated with excessive alcohol consumption and highlighted resources and support options available to service members.

Learn more about the accomplishments that helped the 436th MDG win the Air Mobility Command Clinic of the Year Award at Dover Air Force Base, Delaware.

Airmen from the 7th Medical Group carry out daily responsibilities to ensure consistent readiness at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas.

More than 200 service members provided no-cost medical care to residents in Bledsoe County and Rhea County, Tenn., July 11-22, 2025.

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