Leadership

Surgeon General Leadership

Lt. Gen. Dorothy HoggSurgeon General

Maj. Gen. (Dr.) Sean L. MurphyDeputy Surgeon General

Chief Master Sergeant George "Steve" Cum Chief, Medical Enlisted Force (CMEF) and Enlisted Corps Chief

AFMS Senior Leadership

Maj. Gen. Robert I. Miller
Director, Medical Operations and Research

Maj. Gen. (Dr.) John J. DeGoes
Commander, 59th Medical Wing, Wilford Hall Medical Center

Brig. Gen. Susan J. Pietrykowski
Director, Manpower, Personnel and Resources, and Chief of the Medical Service Corps

Brig. Gen. James H. Dienst
Commander, Air Force Medical Operations Agency, and Director, Education and Training, Defense Health Agency, and Commandant, Medical Education and Training Campus, Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston

Brig. Gen. (Dr.) Mark A. Koeniger
Commander, 711th Human Performance Wing

Col. Paul J. Toth, Jr.
Commander, Air Force Medical Support Agency

MAJCOM & COCOM Surgeon Leadership

Brig. Gen. Paul A. Friedrichs
Command Surgeon, Air Combat Command

Brig. Gen. Robert J. Marks
Command Surgeon, Air Mobility Command, and Chief, Air Force Nurse Corps

Brig. Gen. (Dr.) Lee H. Harvis
Command Surgeon, Pacific Air Forces

Col. Virginia A. Garner
Command Surgeon, Air Force Global Strike Command

Col. Jeannine M. Ryder
Command Surgeon, Air Force Materiel Command

Col. (Dr.) Walter Matthews
Command Surgeon, Air Force Space Command

Col. (Dr.) Gianna R. Zeh
Command Surgeon, Air Education and Training Command

Col. (Dr.) J. Scott Calder
Command Surgeon, United States Central Command

Col. (Dr.) Rudolph Cachuela
Command Surgeon, Air Force Special Operations Command

Col. Jill R. Scheckel
Command Surgeon, United States Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa

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U.S. Air Force
AirForceMedicalService-17 Jul

TRICARE Online Patient Portal (TOL PP) Secure Messaging is painful to say! Thankfully, using the secure messaging service is simple. Sign up today. http://www.airforcemedicine.af.mil/SecureMessaging/

U.S. Air Force
AirForceMedicalService-17 Jul

#TuesdayTrivia Summer cookouts are a great way for Airmen to spend time with family and friends. But did you know leaving food out at improper temperatures for too long can put them in the “danger zone”? Take a guess at the “danger zone” temperature range when bacteria in food can multiply rapidly, and lead to foodborne illness.

U.S. Air Force
AirForceMedicalService-17 Jul

Recently members of the 161st ARW’s In-Place Patient Decontamination team participated in an exercise to hone its skills to respond to a mass casualty event caused by chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, or explosive incident. Learn more: https://go.usa.gov/xU9Gr

U.S. Air Force
AirForceMedicalService-16 Jul

Mobility and Advanced Physical Therapy Classes at AFMS - Davis-Monthan AFB - 355th Medical Group are designed to help Airmen heal faster and receive the very best physical therapy. Read more: https://go.usa.gov/xU9wX

U.S. Air Force
AirForceMedicalService-16 Jul

Whether you’re dealing with a challenge that is before you, behind you, or within you, BeThere Peer Support is here to help, 24/7/365. #PeerSupport

U.S. Air Force
AirForceMedicalService-16 Jul

Thank you to all 20,000 of our followers for helping us grow and spread the mission of the Air Force Medical Service! If you haven't already, please make sure you turn on notifications for our page so you can stay up-to-date on the latest information in Air Force medicine.

U.S. Air Force
AirForceMedicalService-16 Jul

When an 11-month-old patient visited the 72nd MDG for allergy testing, Mr. Raymond “Mike” Showalter asked the primary care doctor to get the patient’s 1-year-old blood work done in the same visit, saving the baby from additional blood drawings and the family from a second visit. When the patient’s H&H (hemoglobin and hematocrit) blood level came back critically low, the patient was sent to a children’s hospital for emergency care. Mr. Showalter’s time-saving recommendation was a critical decision that saved the child’s life. For his actions, Mr. Showalter is this week’s #TrustedCare hero!

U.S. Air Force
AirForceMedicalService-15 Jul

The military is at the forefront of efforts to help curb those numbers through its expansion of medically assisted treatment, also known as MAT. https://health.mil/News/Articles/2018/07/12/There-is-hope

U.S. Air Force
AirForceMedicalService-14 Jul

It’s all fun and games until someone injures an eye! Wear protective eyewear when playing summer sports or doing household or yard work. Be responsible with Vision Center of Excellence. #DontForgetTheSight

U.S. Air Force
AirForceMedicalService-14 Jul

#AFMSHistory: Two French aviation cadets (left and right) with a Dutch cadet display the 20,000th pint of blood collected at Lackland AFB Blood Donor Center. The men were part of more than 100 European and American aviation cadets from a pre-flight training group who volunteered to give blood for the Armed Forces campaign. Today we still partner with the French Armed Forces and celebrate #BastilleDay, their national holiday. For other AFMS History information visit us on the web (Official Air Force photo, courtesy of the National Archives)

U.S. Air Force
AirForceMedicalService-13 Jul

Air Force Reserve Innovative Readiness Training in East Georgia is providing no-cost healthcare to local residents. Learn more: https://go.usa.gov/xUKDa

U.S. Air Force
AirForceMedicalService-13 Jul

Joint, total force exercise at MacDill AFB provided Tactical Combat Care Course (TCCC) training to prepare medics, pilots and EOD technicians for combat situations. https://go.usa.gov/xUkk3

U.S. Air Force
AirForceMedicalService-13 Jul

@TRICARE Online Patient Portal Secure Messaging makes communicating with your Air Force doctor simple! Learn more: http://www.airforcemedicine.af.mil/SecureMessaging/

U.S. Air Force
AirForceMedicalService-13 Jul

Infectious disease control is vital to effective force health protection in many deployed environments. During Exercise New Horizons 2018 U.S. forces learned from Panamanian experts’ familiarity with local diseases. Take a peak at the exercise in action: https://go.usa.gov/xUKUC

U.S. Air Force
AirForceMedicalService-12 Jul

“By creating a partnership, not only are we building relationships, but there are capabilities that the local community can provide that the base is not able to,” said Jilene Reichle, 22nd Medical Support Squadron emergency manager. See how the 22nd MDG partners with local medics. http://www.airforcemedicine.af.mil/News/Display/Article/1571856/22nd-mdg-partners-with-local-medics/

U.S. Air Force
AirForceMedicalService-12 Jul

#TBT Medical technicians at the Air Force’s Aero-Medical Laboratory developed “Horace” the Head to improve human performance. Horace, could survive in up to 70,000 feet in a pressure chamber, and helped researchers determine quality standards for aircrew’s headgear. He was also used to test oxygen masks in extreme cold or heat to avoid harming anyone. For other AFMS History information visit us on the web (Official Air Force photo, courtesy of the National Archives)

U.S. Air Force
AirForceMedicalService-12 Jul

Enjoy fun in the sun this summer, but make sure you’re taking steps to reduce your risk of skin cancer: #SummerSafety" target="_blank">https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/skin/index.htm #SummerSafety</a>

U.S. Air Force
AirForceMedicalService-11 Jul

Consider cooling off this summer by making an appointment to donate blood or platelets at your local ASBP blood center. Find a center or drive near you: www.militarydonor.com

U.S. Air Force
AirForceMedicalService-11 Jul

Airmen can be on their feet 10-12 hours a day, if not more. Proper fitting boots are critical to avoid foot #injuries such as blisters, calluses, and turned ankles. See how we're helping airmen begin their career on right foot. http://www.sheppard.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1570417/operation-helps-airmen-others-begin-career-on-right-foot/

U.S. Air Force
@USAFHealth-17 Oct

RT @60MDG_DGMC: DGMC 30th Anniversary! Did you know that David Grant Medical Center has been delivering trusted care at its current locatio…

U.S. Air Force
@USAFHealth-17 Oct

Medical assistants and technicians perform a wide range of administrative and clinical roles and are vital members… https://t.co/JbR5hpFetl

U.S. Air Force
@USAFHealth-17 Oct

If left untreated, trauma-related disorders, caused by traumatic events, can deepen and prolong distress. Look out… https://t.co/I6d6Xqn4rG

U.S. Air Force
@USAFHealth-17 Oct

RT @TRICARE: Due to #HurricaneMichael, emergency refill procedures have been extended through October 31st, for the impacted areas of Alaba…

U.S. Air Force
@USAFHealth-16 Oct

Meet Preston! The first Courthouse Facility Dog in the @DeptofDefense and @usairforce. After training for more than… https://t.co/mZzybXe1w2

U.S. Air Force
@USAFHealth-16 Oct

RT @AirMobilityCmd: Aeromedical evacuation crews from @jointbasemdl, @MacDill_AFB, and @439Westover boarded a #TTail to Hawaii to train tog…

U.S. Air Force
@USAFHealth-16 Oct

AETC Command Surgeon, Col. (Dr.) Gianna R. Zeh, discusses her thoughts on ongoing improvements, how medical Airmen… https://t.co/R13v4ladvp

U.S. Air Force
@USAFHealth-16 Oct

Keep your family’s personal and health information safe as you surf the Web. Follow these cybersecurity steps from… https://t.co/hKCOSICyTm

U.S. Air Force
@USAFHealth-16 Oct

RT @TRICARE: Looking for a pharmacy near Tyndall AFB (@TeamTyndall)? For a full list of network pharmacies, visit: https://t.co/Ct5B0PCIWV…

U.S. Air Force
@USAFHealth-15 Oct

Did you know the MHS Nurse Advice Line has expanded to include additional health care support services? A registere… https://t.co/6MfGWegP6i

U.S. Air Force
@USAFHealth-15 Oct

2Lt Aimee Clonts, a clinical nurse with at JBER is this week’s #TrustedCare Hero for proactively becoming a subject… https://t.co/B3Nz4hLI9i

U.S. Air Force
@USAFHealth-15 Oct

RT @TRICARE: Have you been affected by #hurrincaneMicael? TRICARE has many resources available to you when a disaster strikes. For more inf…

U.S. Air Force
@USAFHealth-15 Oct

RT @usairforce: A message from @SecAFOfficial, @GenDaveGoldfein & CMSAF Wright following their visit @TeamTyndall. https://t.co/WbF8BTVj3D…

U.S. Air Force
@USAFHealth-15 Oct

One thing Airmen worry about after deployment is the well-being of their family, especially children who may have a… https://t.co/y7kalaq7Hn

U.S. Air Force
@USAFHealth-14 Oct

The How Do You C.A.R.E.? People’s Choice Awards is still going on! Head over to our Facebook page to participate by… https://t.co/5gZu8qntpx

U.S. Air Force
@USAFHealth-13 Oct

Physical medicine technicians get Airmen back in the fight by providing services that help restore function, improv… https://t.co/UisMUvvJQw

U.S. Air Force
@USAFHealth-12 Oct

RT @USAF_ACC: For updates on @TeamTyndall, as well as information for displaced #Airmen and families, check out the Air Force Personnel Cen…

U.S. Air Force
@USAFHealth-12 Oct

RT @USAF_ACC: To all our #Airmen and families affected by #HurricaneMichael, here are some things you need to know. For more information: h…

U.S. Air Force
@USAFHealth-12 Oct

Senior Airman Linda Wilson was recognized at the 12th Annual Angels of the Battlefield Awards Gala for extraordinar… https://t.co/pseAz2RveK

U.S. Air Force
@USAFHealth-12 Oct

RT @TRICARE: Due to #HurricaneMichael, emergency refill procedures are in place for additional counties in the state Georgia and all of Vir…

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