Oct. 22, 2012 Behind the red line Members working in the Operation Room at the Mike O' Callaghan Federal Medical Center strive to provide the best medical support to military members and their families, and authorized DOD and Veterans Affairs beneficiaries.From preparation to the end of surgery, these Airmen and civilians work
Oct. 19, 2012 Keesler Hospital becomes alternate teaching location The Keesler Hospital is now a teaching site for medical students from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, located in Bethesda, Md.The 81st Medical Group has hosted some fourth-year students for rotations and Graduate Medical Education Program interviews in the past.Under the
Oct. 18, 2012 Flight medicine: a flight of their own Personnel from the 36th Wing Medical Group and flight medicine clinic had a chance to see their patients immersed in their work environment during an incentive flight Oct.11 here."One of flight and operations medicines many responsibilities include ensuring our deployers' medical needs are met,"
Oct. 16, 2012 Nellis doctor provides unique capability Maj. (Dr.) Jeremy Kilburn is providing a specialty procedure at the Mike O'Callaghan Federal Medical Center here that's saving money and, more importantly, time.Kilburn is the cardiopulmonary flight commander and intensive care unit director at the federal medical center, but not long ago, he
Sept. 27, 2012 Surgical squadron remains on the cutting edge Both domestically and overseas in hostile war zones, 60th Surgical Operations Squadron personnel deliver general surgery, neurosurgery, urology, orthopedic, ophthalmology, obstetrics and gynecological health services for more than 500,000 Department of Defense and Department of Veteran Affairs
Sept. 26, 2012 US, Nepal build relationships, improve lives A multinational team led by U.S., Nepalese, and Australian military members and civilians treated more than 4,100 villagers, repaired and renovated three schools, and shared expertise Sept. 10-15, during Operation Pacific Angel 12-4 in Nepal.The first Pacific Angel mission in Nepal featured free
Sept. 17, 2012 Surgical technicians' backstage work recognized Imagine opening night: the tickets are sold and the seats are filled. Curtains open and the actors take their cue to take to the stage. The play begins and ends, and the crowd en masse rises in a standing ovation.A spotlight shines on the center stage as the actor basks in the applause. The play was
Sept. 13, 2012 Pediatrics personnel play prime role in 20th MDG Members of Team Shaw's 20th Medical Group pediatric clinic work hard to provide the best care possible for their patients.Direct outpatient care is provided for pediatrics and geriatric clients in an ambulatory setting. Patients represent all eligible beneficiaries: active duty and their family
Aug. 16, 2012 North Carolina ANG, Botswana defense force find common ground The C-130 Hercules is a versatile aircraft that serves several different roles depending on the need and location.In addition to missions like transport, airdrop, airlift support, resupply and natural disaster relief, the C-130 can also be configured for aeromedical evacuation missions.As part of