Feb. 26, 2018 Mental health flight trains brains Whether patients are coming in for help while going through difficult times, feeling down or thinking of suicide, the mental health flight is always ready to help.
Feb. 24, 2018 Keesler Medical Center named best in AF The Air Force Surgeon General awarded the Keesler Air Force Base Medical Center the coveted ‘Hospital of the Year’ distinction last week.
Feb. 23, 2018 Air Force Research Lab studies trust between surgical teams and robots The Air Force Research Lab, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, has been studying how surgical teams gain trust in new robotic surgery technology to improve training, and expand the adoption of improved surgical techniques.
Feb. 23, 2018 Air Force pharmacy residents visit DLA Troop Support The Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support’s Medical supply chain hosted pharmacists from the Air Force Pharmacy Residency Program Feb. 7 as part of their National Capitol Region rotation.
Feb. 22, 2018 From Flight Surgeon to Astronaut: Air Force Colonel (Dr.) Yvonne Cagle As a U.S. Air Force flight surgeon, Col. Yvonne Darlene Cagle wanted to fly even higher and fast. She had always wanted to leave her footprints in moon dust, a dream held since seeing Neil Armstrong do it on July 20, 1969.
Feb. 22, 2018 Advancements in telehealth improve access to healthcare The Air Force offers a wide and expanding range of telehealth services giving patients the opportunity to receive more efficient, convenient, and patient-centered care.
Feb. 22, 2018 Unseen threads run through historic career A background which includes threads of both typical and atypical events, led to the appointment of Col. Robert Marks, Headquarters Air Force Materiel Command Surgeon, as the first male Nurse Corps general officer, as well as the first male chief nurse of the Air Force Nurse Corps.
Feb. 21, 2018 Successful tele-genetics pilot makes genetic counseling easily accessible A new telehealth program is expanding access to expert genetic counseling by making it available remotely, connecting families with trained genetic specialists who can help interpret their results.
Feb. 21, 2018 “I wanted my life back” – An Airman’s recovery after a mysterious diagnosis A mysterious pain in Chief Master Sgt. Chad Caden’s right foot led to years of pain, uncertainty, and a life-changing decision that proved to be the best one he ever made. Caden’s recovery and return to active duty reinforces the Air Force Medical Service’s commitment to its Airmen and
Feb. 21, 2018 Air Force Medical Service 2017 Award Winners announced The Air Force Surgeon General is proud to announce the recipients of the Air Force Medical Service 2017 individual and team Annual Awards.
Feb. 20, 2018 Nutritional needs; VTC in the medical field Since 2014, Altus AFB has not met the criteria to hire a full-time registered dietitian. Members needing dietary assistance have been referred 45 minutes away to Fort Sill. This takes time away from service members and Fort Sill can only assist a limited number of outside personnel.
Feb. 15, 2018 USAFSAM, 88 FSS first in DOD to use injury and human performance prediction equipment The United States Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine is the first research facility in the Department of Defense to use new Dynamic Athletic Research Institute 3D biomarkerless technology to predict injuries before they happen, allowing for intervention to prevent injuries and improve recovery
Feb. 14, 2018 Air Force expands virtual appointments The Air Force Medical Service is eliminating some of the hassle of medical appointments by expanding use of virtual, over-the-phone appointments for patients who do not need to see their provider in person.
Feb. 14, 2018 SOST members earn Bronze Star Medals The brightly lit, inviting atrium of UAB Hospital is a far cry from the two room, concrete-walled farmhouse in the Middle East where the United States Air Force Special Operations Surgical Team, based out of the University of Alabama at Birmingham, deployed in 2016. During their four-month tour at
Feb. 13, 2018 Medical Education and Training Campus instructor a mentor to students, instructors Eighteen years ago, when Master Sgt. Robert George walked into an Air Force recruiting office in his hometown of Binghamton, N.Y., he was asked by his recruiter to pick three medical occupations that he would consider if he were to join the Air Force.
Feb. 13, 2018 Luke medic administers life-saving aid after car crash On Jan. 16, 2018, Staff Sgt. Geoffrey Rigby, 56th Medical Operations Squadron physical therapy technician, was sitting in his truck at the intersection of Dysart Ave. and Indian School Rd. in Glendale, Ariz., waiting on a red light.A car suddenly veered into the intersection and struck oncoming
Feb. 12, 2018 Total Force Simulation Lab trains medical technicians Proficiency for military medical technicians can be difficult and overwhelming to maintain, especially for those who serve as Air Force Reservists. To ensure training is accomplished in an effective and efficient manner, the MacDill medical simulation lab utilizes innovative technology to provide a
Feb. 12, 2018 Air Force to institute new method to protect PII Air Force officials announced Feb. 6, 2018, emails containing personally identifiable information, and similar numeric constructs, will be blocked from transmission unless the email is encrypted. For members unable to send or receive encrypted emails, members will be directed to utilize the AMRDEC
Feb. 12, 2018 AU, OTS honors former Air Force Surgeon General as a Distinguished Alumni The Air University’s and Officer Training School inducted one of their own into the OTS Distinguished Alumni.
Feb. 10, 2018 Children's Dental Health Month: What parents need to know February is Children’s Dental Health Month and parents need to know what to look out for to make sure their children have great dental health.Teaching children about taking care of their teeth can be challenging, but it’s important to ensure a good foundation for building lifelong habits of oral