Readiness through partnership: LAMAT 2026 returns to Saint Lucia Published May 6, 2026 By Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell Air Forces Southern Public Affairs CASTRIES, Saint Lucia -- U.S. Air Force medical and support personnel, in partnership with the Saint Lucia Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs, officially launched the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission during an opening ceremony at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex, April 27. The two-week engagement integrates U.S. Air Force active-duty and reserve medical teams with host-nation providers to deliver patient care and conduct clinical knowledge exchange across multiple Ministry of Health-designated facilities. “This is not one nation providing care to another,” said U.S. Air Force Col. Michele Curtis, mission commander. “This is professionals working side by side, building trust, sharing expertise, and strengthening readiness together.” 260427-F-AN818-2361 A U.S. Air Force surgical team performs a dialysis access surgery on a patient at Owen King European Union hospital during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. Surgical operations conducted during LAMAT 2026 reflected coordinated planning with host-nation healthcare leadership which reinforces trust and demonstrates the United States’ commitment to supporting shared medical priorities. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) Photo Details / Download Hi-Res SLIDESHOW | images | 260427-F-AN818-2361 260427-F-AN818-2361 A U.S. Air Force surgical team performs a dialysis access surgery on a patient at Owen King European Union hospital during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. Surgical operations conducted during LAMAT 2026 reflected coordinated planning with host-nation healthcare leadership which reinforces trust and demonstrates the United States’ commitment to supporting shared medical priorities. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 1 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-2353 U.S. Air Force Col. Robert Noll, vascular surgeon, performs a dialysis access surgery on a patient at Owen King European Union hospital during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The mission provided hands-on surgical experience to enhance readiness while supporting local healthcare delivery. The procedure contributed to a broader health security cooperation effort, strengthening regional collaboration while enhancing the collective ability to respond to medical challenges across the Caribbean. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 2 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-2346 A U.S. Air Force surgical team performs a dialysis access surgery on a patient at Owen King European Union hospital during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. Patients were identified by the Ministry of Health to align with the specialties and certifications of participating U.S. Air Force medical providers, ensuring targeted care delivery while providing real-world clinical experience that strengthens medical readiness. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 3 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-2337 U.S. Air Force Col. Robert Noll, vascular surgeon, scrubs before surgery during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at Owen King European Union hospital in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. Health security cooperation missions like LAMAT, enable U.S. medical personnel to operate in real-world clinical environments to maintain readiness and refine expeditionary medical skills. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 4 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1166 Minister of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs, the Honorable Moses Jn Baptiste, provides remarks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The mission integrates U.S. Air Force medical personnel with host-nation providers to deliver patient care and conduct knowledge exchange strengthening health security cooperation and clinical and military readiness. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 5 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1120 Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs Jenny Daniel provides remarks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The ceremony marked the official start of a two-week health security cooperation focused on patient care, clinical exchange and strengthening medical readiness across Saint Lucia. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 6 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1101 U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Michele Curtis, Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission commander, attends an opening ceremony at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The ceremony marked the official start of a two-week health security cooperation mission, highlighting U.S. and Saint Lucian collaboration to strengthen partnerships, enhance medical readiness and support shared regional health priorities. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 7 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1098 A U.S. and Saint Lucia flag lapel pin is worn during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. LAMAT reinforces regional cooperation by bringing together U.S. and partner-nation medical teams to address shared healthcare challenges while strengthening enduring relationships across the Caribbean. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 8 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1062 Karin B. Sullivan, chargé d’affaires for the U.S. Embassy to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, speaks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The ceremony marked the official start of a health security cooperation mission, reflecting a whole-of-government approach that integrates U.S. military, diplomatic and host-nation efforts to strengthen partnerships, enhance medical readiness and support regional stability. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 9 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1029 Dr. Sharon Belmar-George, Chief Medical Officer for the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs, provides remarks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The mission enabled local healthcare professionals to collaborate with U.S. counterparts to address priority patient care needs. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 10 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1026 Karin B. Sullivan, chargé d’affaires for the U.S. Embassy to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, applauds the planners of the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission during an opening ceremony at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. U.S. Embassy leadership recognized the coordination and partnership required to execute the LAMAT 26 mission alongside host-nation healthcare professionals. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 11 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-2353 U.S. Air Force Col. Robert Noll, vascular surgeon, performs a dialysis access surgery on a patient at Owen King European Union hospital during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The mission provided hands-on surgical experience to enhance readiness while supporting local healthcare delivery. The procedure contributed to a broader health security cooperation effort, strengthening regional collaboration while enhancing the collective ability to respond to medical challenges across the Caribbean. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) Photo Details / Download Hi-Res SLIDESHOW | images | 260427-F-AN818-2353 260427-F-AN818-2361 A U.S. Air Force surgical team performs a dialysis access surgery on a patient at Owen King European Union hospital during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. Surgical operations conducted during LAMAT 2026 reflected coordinated planning with host-nation healthcare leadership which reinforces trust and demonstrates the United States’ commitment to supporting shared medical priorities. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 1 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-2353 U.S. Air Force Col. Robert Noll, vascular surgeon, performs a dialysis access surgery on a patient at Owen King European Union hospital during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The mission provided hands-on surgical experience to enhance readiness while supporting local healthcare delivery. The procedure contributed to a broader health security cooperation effort, strengthening regional collaboration while enhancing the collective ability to respond to medical challenges across the Caribbean. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 2 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-2346 A U.S. Air Force surgical team performs a dialysis access surgery on a patient at Owen King European Union hospital during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. Patients were identified by the Ministry of Health to align with the specialties and certifications of participating U.S. Air Force medical providers, ensuring targeted care delivery while providing real-world clinical experience that strengthens medical readiness. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 3 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-2337 U.S. Air Force Col. Robert Noll, vascular surgeon, scrubs before surgery during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at Owen King European Union hospital in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. Health security cooperation missions like LAMAT, enable U.S. medical personnel to operate in real-world clinical environments to maintain readiness and refine expeditionary medical skills. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 4 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1166 Minister of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs, the Honorable Moses Jn Baptiste, provides remarks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The mission integrates U.S. Air Force medical personnel with host-nation providers to deliver patient care and conduct knowledge exchange strengthening health security cooperation and clinical and military readiness. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 5 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1120 Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs Jenny Daniel provides remarks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The ceremony marked the official start of a two-week health security cooperation focused on patient care, clinical exchange and strengthening medical readiness across Saint Lucia. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 6 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1101 U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Michele Curtis, Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission commander, attends an opening ceremony at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The ceremony marked the official start of a two-week health security cooperation mission, highlighting U.S. and Saint Lucian collaboration to strengthen partnerships, enhance medical readiness and support shared regional health priorities. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 7 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1098 A U.S. and Saint Lucia flag lapel pin is worn during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. LAMAT reinforces regional cooperation by bringing together U.S. and partner-nation medical teams to address shared healthcare challenges while strengthening enduring relationships across the Caribbean. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 8 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1062 Karin B. Sullivan, chargé d’affaires for the U.S. Embassy to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, speaks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The ceremony marked the official start of a health security cooperation mission, reflecting a whole-of-government approach that integrates U.S. military, diplomatic and host-nation efforts to strengthen partnerships, enhance medical readiness and support regional stability. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 9 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1029 Dr. Sharon Belmar-George, Chief Medical Officer for the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs, provides remarks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The mission enabled local healthcare professionals to collaborate with U.S. counterparts to address priority patient care needs. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 10 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1026 Karin B. Sullivan, chargé d’affaires for the U.S. Embassy to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, applauds the planners of the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission during an opening ceremony at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. U.S. Embassy leadership recognized the coordination and partnership required to execute the LAMAT 26 mission alongside host-nation healthcare professionals. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 11 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-2346 A U.S. Air Force surgical team performs a dialysis access surgery on a patient at Owen King European Union hospital during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. Patients were identified by the Ministry of Health to align with the specialties and certifications of participating U.S. Air Force medical providers, ensuring targeted care delivery while providing real-world clinical experience that strengthens medical readiness. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) Photo Details / Download Hi-Res SLIDESHOW | images | 260427-F-AN818-2346 260427-F-AN818-2361 A U.S. Air Force surgical team performs a dialysis access surgery on a patient at Owen King European Union hospital during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. Surgical operations conducted during LAMAT 2026 reflected coordinated planning with host-nation healthcare leadership which reinforces trust and demonstrates the United States’ commitment to supporting shared medical priorities. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 1 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-2353 U.S. Air Force Col. Robert Noll, vascular surgeon, performs a dialysis access surgery on a patient at Owen King European Union hospital during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The mission provided hands-on surgical experience to enhance readiness while supporting local healthcare delivery. The procedure contributed to a broader health security cooperation effort, strengthening regional collaboration while enhancing the collective ability to respond to medical challenges across the Caribbean. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 2 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-2346 A U.S. Air Force surgical team performs a dialysis access surgery on a patient at Owen King European Union hospital during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. Patients were identified by the Ministry of Health to align with the specialties and certifications of participating U.S. Air Force medical providers, ensuring targeted care delivery while providing real-world clinical experience that strengthens medical readiness. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 3 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-2337 U.S. Air Force Col. Robert Noll, vascular surgeon, scrubs before surgery during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at Owen King European Union hospital in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. Health security cooperation missions like LAMAT, enable U.S. medical personnel to operate in real-world clinical environments to maintain readiness and refine expeditionary medical skills. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 4 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1166 Minister of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs, the Honorable Moses Jn Baptiste, provides remarks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The mission integrates U.S. Air Force medical personnel with host-nation providers to deliver patient care and conduct knowledge exchange strengthening health security cooperation and clinical and military readiness. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 5 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1120 Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs Jenny Daniel provides remarks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The ceremony marked the official start of a two-week health security cooperation focused on patient care, clinical exchange and strengthening medical readiness across Saint Lucia. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 6 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1101 U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Michele Curtis, Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission commander, attends an opening ceremony at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The ceremony marked the official start of a two-week health security cooperation mission, highlighting U.S. and Saint Lucian collaboration to strengthen partnerships, enhance medical readiness and support shared regional health priorities. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 7 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1098 A U.S. and Saint Lucia flag lapel pin is worn during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. LAMAT reinforces regional cooperation by bringing together U.S. and partner-nation medical teams to address shared healthcare challenges while strengthening enduring relationships across the Caribbean. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 8 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1062 Karin B. Sullivan, chargé d’affaires for the U.S. Embassy to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, speaks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The ceremony marked the official start of a health security cooperation mission, reflecting a whole-of-government approach that integrates U.S. military, diplomatic and host-nation efforts to strengthen partnerships, enhance medical readiness and support regional stability. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 9 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1029 Dr. Sharon Belmar-George, Chief Medical Officer for the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs, provides remarks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The mission enabled local healthcare professionals to collaborate with U.S. counterparts to address priority patient care needs. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 10 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1026 Karin B. Sullivan, chargé d’affaires for the U.S. Embassy to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, applauds the planners of the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission during an opening ceremony at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. U.S. Embassy leadership recognized the coordination and partnership required to execute the LAMAT 26 mission alongside host-nation healthcare professionals. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 11 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-2337 U.S. Air Force Col. Robert Noll, vascular surgeon, scrubs before surgery during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at Owen King European Union hospital in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. Health security cooperation missions like LAMAT, enable U.S. medical personnel to operate in real-world clinical environments to maintain readiness and refine expeditionary medical skills. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) Photo Details / Download Hi-Res SLIDESHOW | images | 260427-F-AN818-2337 260427-F-AN818-2361 A U.S. Air Force surgical team performs a dialysis access surgery on a patient at Owen King European Union hospital during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. Surgical operations conducted during LAMAT 2026 reflected coordinated planning with host-nation healthcare leadership which reinforces trust and demonstrates the United States’ commitment to supporting shared medical priorities. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 1 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-2353 U.S. Air Force Col. Robert Noll, vascular surgeon, performs a dialysis access surgery on a patient at Owen King European Union hospital during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The mission provided hands-on surgical experience to enhance readiness while supporting local healthcare delivery. The procedure contributed to a broader health security cooperation effort, strengthening regional collaboration while enhancing the collective ability to respond to medical challenges across the Caribbean. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 2 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-2346 A U.S. Air Force surgical team performs a dialysis access surgery on a patient at Owen King European Union hospital during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. Patients were identified by the Ministry of Health to align with the specialties and certifications of participating U.S. Air Force medical providers, ensuring targeted care delivery while providing real-world clinical experience that strengthens medical readiness. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 3 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-2337 U.S. Air Force Col. Robert Noll, vascular surgeon, scrubs before surgery during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at Owen King European Union hospital in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. Health security cooperation missions like LAMAT, enable U.S. medical personnel to operate in real-world clinical environments to maintain readiness and refine expeditionary medical skills. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 4 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1166 Minister of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs, the Honorable Moses Jn Baptiste, provides remarks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The mission integrates U.S. Air Force medical personnel with host-nation providers to deliver patient care and conduct knowledge exchange strengthening health security cooperation and clinical and military readiness. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 5 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1120 Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs Jenny Daniel provides remarks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The ceremony marked the official start of a two-week health security cooperation focused on patient care, clinical exchange and strengthening medical readiness across Saint Lucia. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 6 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1101 U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Michele Curtis, Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission commander, attends an opening ceremony at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The ceremony marked the official start of a two-week health security cooperation mission, highlighting U.S. and Saint Lucian collaboration to strengthen partnerships, enhance medical readiness and support shared regional health priorities. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 7 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1098 A U.S. and Saint Lucia flag lapel pin is worn during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. LAMAT reinforces regional cooperation by bringing together U.S. and partner-nation medical teams to address shared healthcare challenges while strengthening enduring relationships across the Caribbean. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 8 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1062 Karin B. Sullivan, chargé d’affaires for the U.S. Embassy to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, speaks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The ceremony marked the official start of a health security cooperation mission, reflecting a whole-of-government approach that integrates U.S. military, diplomatic and host-nation efforts to strengthen partnerships, enhance medical readiness and support regional stability. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 9 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1029 Dr. Sharon Belmar-George, Chief Medical Officer for the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs, provides remarks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The mission enabled local healthcare professionals to collaborate with U.S. counterparts to address priority patient care needs. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 10 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1026 Karin B. Sullivan, chargé d’affaires for the U.S. Embassy to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, applauds the planners of the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission during an opening ceremony at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. U.S. Embassy leadership recognized the coordination and partnership required to execute the LAMAT 26 mission alongside host-nation healthcare professionals. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 11 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1166 Minister of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs, the Honorable Moses Jn Baptiste, provides remarks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The mission integrates U.S. Air Force medical personnel with host-nation providers to deliver patient care and conduct knowledge exchange strengthening health security cooperation and clinical and military readiness. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) Photo Details / Download Hi-Res SLIDESHOW | images | 260427-F-AN818-1166 260427-F-AN818-2361 A U.S. Air Force surgical team performs a dialysis access surgery on a patient at Owen King European Union hospital during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. Surgical operations conducted during LAMAT 2026 reflected coordinated planning with host-nation healthcare leadership which reinforces trust and demonstrates the United States’ commitment to supporting shared medical priorities. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 1 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-2353 U.S. Air Force Col. Robert Noll, vascular surgeon, performs a dialysis access surgery on a patient at Owen King European Union hospital during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The mission provided hands-on surgical experience to enhance readiness while supporting local healthcare delivery. The procedure contributed to a broader health security cooperation effort, strengthening regional collaboration while enhancing the collective ability to respond to medical challenges across the Caribbean. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 2 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-2346 A U.S. Air Force surgical team performs a dialysis access surgery on a patient at Owen King European Union hospital during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. Patients were identified by the Ministry of Health to align with the specialties and certifications of participating U.S. Air Force medical providers, ensuring targeted care delivery while providing real-world clinical experience that strengthens medical readiness. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 3 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-2337 U.S. Air Force Col. Robert Noll, vascular surgeon, scrubs before surgery during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at Owen King European Union hospital in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. Health security cooperation missions like LAMAT, enable U.S. medical personnel to operate in real-world clinical environments to maintain readiness and refine expeditionary medical skills. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 4 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1166 Minister of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs, the Honorable Moses Jn Baptiste, provides remarks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The mission integrates U.S. Air Force medical personnel with host-nation providers to deliver patient care and conduct knowledge exchange strengthening health security cooperation and clinical and military readiness. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 5 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1120 Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs Jenny Daniel provides remarks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The ceremony marked the official start of a two-week health security cooperation focused on patient care, clinical exchange and strengthening medical readiness across Saint Lucia. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 6 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1101 U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Michele Curtis, Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission commander, attends an opening ceremony at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The ceremony marked the official start of a two-week health security cooperation mission, highlighting U.S. and Saint Lucian collaboration to strengthen partnerships, enhance medical readiness and support shared regional health priorities. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 7 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1098 A U.S. and Saint Lucia flag lapel pin is worn during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. LAMAT reinforces regional cooperation by bringing together U.S. and partner-nation medical teams to address shared healthcare challenges while strengthening enduring relationships across the Caribbean. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 8 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1062 Karin B. Sullivan, chargé d’affaires for the U.S. Embassy to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, speaks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The ceremony marked the official start of a health security cooperation mission, reflecting a whole-of-government approach that integrates U.S. military, diplomatic and host-nation efforts to strengthen partnerships, enhance medical readiness and support regional stability. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 9 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1029 Dr. Sharon Belmar-George, Chief Medical Officer for the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs, provides remarks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The mission enabled local healthcare professionals to collaborate with U.S. counterparts to address priority patient care needs. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 10 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1026 Karin B. Sullivan, chargé d’affaires for the U.S. Embassy to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, applauds the planners of the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission during an opening ceremony at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. U.S. Embassy leadership recognized the coordination and partnership required to execute the LAMAT 26 mission alongside host-nation healthcare professionals. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 11 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1120 Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs Jenny Daniel provides remarks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The ceremony marked the official start of a two-week health security cooperation focused on patient care, clinical exchange and strengthening medical readiness across Saint Lucia. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) Photo Details / Download Hi-Res SLIDESHOW | images | 260427-F-AN818-1120 260427-F-AN818-2361 A U.S. Air Force surgical team performs a dialysis access surgery on a patient at Owen King European Union hospital during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. Surgical operations conducted during LAMAT 2026 reflected coordinated planning with host-nation healthcare leadership which reinforces trust and demonstrates the United States’ commitment to supporting shared medical priorities. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 1 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-2353 U.S. Air Force Col. Robert Noll, vascular surgeon, performs a dialysis access surgery on a patient at Owen King European Union hospital during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The mission provided hands-on surgical experience to enhance readiness while supporting local healthcare delivery. The procedure contributed to a broader health security cooperation effort, strengthening regional collaboration while enhancing the collective ability to respond to medical challenges across the Caribbean. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 2 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-2346 A U.S. Air Force surgical team performs a dialysis access surgery on a patient at Owen King European Union hospital during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. Patients were identified by the Ministry of Health to align with the specialties and certifications of participating U.S. Air Force medical providers, ensuring targeted care delivery while providing real-world clinical experience that strengthens medical readiness. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 3 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-2337 U.S. Air Force Col. Robert Noll, vascular surgeon, scrubs before surgery during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at Owen King European Union hospital in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. Health security cooperation missions like LAMAT, enable U.S. medical personnel to operate in real-world clinical environments to maintain readiness and refine expeditionary medical skills. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 4 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1166 Minister of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs, the Honorable Moses Jn Baptiste, provides remarks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The mission integrates U.S. Air Force medical personnel with host-nation providers to deliver patient care and conduct knowledge exchange strengthening health security cooperation and clinical and military readiness. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 5 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1120 Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs Jenny Daniel provides remarks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The ceremony marked the official start of a two-week health security cooperation focused on patient care, clinical exchange and strengthening medical readiness across Saint Lucia. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 6 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1101 U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Michele Curtis, Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission commander, attends an opening ceremony at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The ceremony marked the official start of a two-week health security cooperation mission, highlighting U.S. and Saint Lucian collaboration to strengthen partnerships, enhance medical readiness and support shared regional health priorities. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 7 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1098 A U.S. and Saint Lucia flag lapel pin is worn during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. LAMAT reinforces regional cooperation by bringing together U.S. and partner-nation medical teams to address shared healthcare challenges while strengthening enduring relationships across the Caribbean. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 8 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1062 Karin B. Sullivan, chargé d’affaires for the U.S. Embassy to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, speaks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The ceremony marked the official start of a health security cooperation mission, reflecting a whole-of-government approach that integrates U.S. military, diplomatic and host-nation efforts to strengthen partnerships, enhance medical readiness and support regional stability. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 9 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1029 Dr. Sharon Belmar-George, Chief Medical Officer for the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs, provides remarks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The mission enabled local healthcare professionals to collaborate with U.S. counterparts to address priority patient care needs. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 10 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1026 Karin B. Sullivan, chargé d’affaires for the U.S. Embassy to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, applauds the planners of the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission during an opening ceremony at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. U.S. Embassy leadership recognized the coordination and partnership required to execute the LAMAT 26 mission alongside host-nation healthcare professionals. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 11 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1101 U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Michele Curtis, Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission commander, attends an opening ceremony at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The ceremony marked the official start of a two-week health security cooperation mission, highlighting U.S. and Saint Lucian collaboration to strengthen partnerships, enhance medical readiness and support shared regional health priorities. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) Photo Details / Download Hi-Res SLIDESHOW | images | 260427-F-AN818-1101 260427-F-AN818-2361 A U.S. Air Force surgical team performs a dialysis access surgery on a patient at Owen King European Union hospital during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. Surgical operations conducted during LAMAT 2026 reflected coordinated planning with host-nation healthcare leadership which reinforces trust and demonstrates the United States’ commitment to supporting shared medical priorities. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 1 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-2353 U.S. Air Force Col. Robert Noll, vascular surgeon, performs a dialysis access surgery on a patient at Owen King European Union hospital during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The mission provided hands-on surgical experience to enhance readiness while supporting local healthcare delivery. The procedure contributed to a broader health security cooperation effort, strengthening regional collaboration while enhancing the collective ability to respond to medical challenges across the Caribbean. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 2 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-2346 A U.S. Air Force surgical team performs a dialysis access surgery on a patient at Owen King European Union hospital during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. Patients were identified by the Ministry of Health to align with the specialties and certifications of participating U.S. Air Force medical providers, ensuring targeted care delivery while providing real-world clinical experience that strengthens medical readiness. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 3 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-2337 U.S. Air Force Col. Robert Noll, vascular surgeon, scrubs before surgery during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at Owen King European Union hospital in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. Health security cooperation missions like LAMAT, enable U.S. medical personnel to operate in real-world clinical environments to maintain readiness and refine expeditionary medical skills. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 4 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1166 Minister of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs, the Honorable Moses Jn Baptiste, provides remarks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The mission integrates U.S. Air Force medical personnel with host-nation providers to deliver patient care and conduct knowledge exchange strengthening health security cooperation and clinical and military readiness. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 5 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1120 Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs Jenny Daniel provides remarks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The ceremony marked the official start of a two-week health security cooperation focused on patient care, clinical exchange and strengthening medical readiness across Saint Lucia. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 6 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1101 U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Michele Curtis, Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission commander, attends an opening ceremony at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The ceremony marked the official start of a two-week health security cooperation mission, highlighting U.S. and Saint Lucian collaboration to strengthen partnerships, enhance medical readiness and support shared regional health priorities. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 7 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1098 A U.S. and Saint Lucia flag lapel pin is worn during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. LAMAT reinforces regional cooperation by bringing together U.S. and partner-nation medical teams to address shared healthcare challenges while strengthening enduring relationships across the Caribbean. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 8 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1062 Karin B. Sullivan, chargé d’affaires for the U.S. Embassy to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, speaks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The ceremony marked the official start of a health security cooperation mission, reflecting a whole-of-government approach that integrates U.S. military, diplomatic and host-nation efforts to strengthen partnerships, enhance medical readiness and support regional stability. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 9 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1029 Dr. Sharon Belmar-George, Chief Medical Officer for the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs, provides remarks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The mission enabled local healthcare professionals to collaborate with U.S. counterparts to address priority patient care needs. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 10 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1026 Karin B. Sullivan, chargé d’affaires for the U.S. Embassy to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, applauds the planners of the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission during an opening ceremony at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. U.S. Embassy leadership recognized the coordination and partnership required to execute the LAMAT 26 mission alongside host-nation healthcare professionals. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 11 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1062 Karin B. Sullivan, chargé d’affaires for the U.S. Embassy to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, speaks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The ceremony marked the official start of a health security cooperation mission, reflecting a whole-of-government approach that integrates U.S. military, diplomatic and host-nation efforts to strengthen partnerships, enhance medical readiness and support regional stability. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) Photo Details / Download Hi-Res SLIDESHOW | images | 260427-F-AN818-1062 260427-F-AN818-2361 A U.S. Air Force surgical team performs a dialysis access surgery on a patient at Owen King European Union hospital during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. Surgical operations conducted during LAMAT 2026 reflected coordinated planning with host-nation healthcare leadership which reinforces trust and demonstrates the United States’ commitment to supporting shared medical priorities. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 1 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-2353 U.S. Air Force Col. Robert Noll, vascular surgeon, performs a dialysis access surgery on a patient at Owen King European Union hospital during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The mission provided hands-on surgical experience to enhance readiness while supporting local healthcare delivery. The procedure contributed to a broader health security cooperation effort, strengthening regional collaboration while enhancing the collective ability to respond to medical challenges across the Caribbean. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 2 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-2346 A U.S. Air Force surgical team performs a dialysis access surgery on a patient at Owen King European Union hospital during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. Patients were identified by the Ministry of Health to align with the specialties and certifications of participating U.S. Air Force medical providers, ensuring targeted care delivery while providing real-world clinical experience that strengthens medical readiness. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 3 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-2337 U.S. Air Force Col. Robert Noll, vascular surgeon, scrubs before surgery during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at Owen King European Union hospital in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. Health security cooperation missions like LAMAT, enable U.S. medical personnel to operate in real-world clinical environments to maintain readiness and refine expeditionary medical skills. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 4 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1166 Minister of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs, the Honorable Moses Jn Baptiste, provides remarks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The mission integrates U.S. Air Force medical personnel with host-nation providers to deliver patient care and conduct knowledge exchange strengthening health security cooperation and clinical and military readiness. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 5 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1120 Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs Jenny Daniel provides remarks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The ceremony marked the official start of a two-week health security cooperation focused on patient care, clinical exchange and strengthening medical readiness across Saint Lucia. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 6 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1101 U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Michele Curtis, Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission commander, attends an opening ceremony at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The ceremony marked the official start of a two-week health security cooperation mission, highlighting U.S. and Saint Lucian collaboration to strengthen partnerships, enhance medical readiness and support shared regional health priorities. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 7 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1098 A U.S. and Saint Lucia flag lapel pin is worn during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. LAMAT reinforces regional cooperation by bringing together U.S. and partner-nation medical teams to address shared healthcare challenges while strengthening enduring relationships across the Caribbean. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 8 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1062 Karin B. Sullivan, chargé d’affaires for the U.S. Embassy to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, speaks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The ceremony marked the official start of a health security cooperation mission, reflecting a whole-of-government approach that integrates U.S. military, diplomatic and host-nation efforts to strengthen partnerships, enhance medical readiness and support regional stability. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 9 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1029 Dr. Sharon Belmar-George, Chief Medical Officer for the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs, provides remarks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The mission enabled local healthcare professionals to collaborate with U.S. counterparts to address priority patient care needs. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 10 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1026 Karin B. Sullivan, chargé d’affaires for the U.S. Embassy to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, applauds the planners of the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission during an opening ceremony at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. U.S. Embassy leadership recognized the coordination and partnership required to execute the LAMAT 26 mission alongside host-nation healthcare professionals. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 11 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1029 Dr. Sharon Belmar-George, Chief Medical Officer for the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs, provides remarks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The mission enabled local healthcare professionals to collaborate with U.S. counterparts to address priority patient care needs. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) Photo Details / Download Hi-Res SLIDESHOW | images | 260427-F-AN818-1029 260427-F-AN818-2361 A U.S. Air Force surgical team performs a dialysis access surgery on a patient at Owen King European Union hospital during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. Surgical operations conducted during LAMAT 2026 reflected coordinated planning with host-nation healthcare leadership which reinforces trust and demonstrates the United States’ commitment to supporting shared medical priorities. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 1 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-2353 U.S. Air Force Col. Robert Noll, vascular surgeon, performs a dialysis access surgery on a patient at Owen King European Union hospital during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The mission provided hands-on surgical experience to enhance readiness while supporting local healthcare delivery. The procedure contributed to a broader health security cooperation effort, strengthening regional collaboration while enhancing the collective ability to respond to medical challenges across the Caribbean. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 2 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-2346 A U.S. Air Force surgical team performs a dialysis access surgery on a patient at Owen King European Union hospital during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. Patients were identified by the Ministry of Health to align with the specialties and certifications of participating U.S. Air Force medical providers, ensuring targeted care delivery while providing real-world clinical experience that strengthens medical readiness. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 3 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-2337 U.S. Air Force Col. Robert Noll, vascular surgeon, scrubs before surgery during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at Owen King European Union hospital in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. Health security cooperation missions like LAMAT, enable U.S. medical personnel to operate in real-world clinical environments to maintain readiness and refine expeditionary medical skills. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 4 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1166 Minister of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs, the Honorable Moses Jn Baptiste, provides remarks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The mission integrates U.S. Air Force medical personnel with host-nation providers to deliver patient care and conduct knowledge exchange strengthening health security cooperation and clinical and military readiness. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 5 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1120 Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs Jenny Daniel provides remarks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The ceremony marked the official start of a two-week health security cooperation focused on patient care, clinical exchange and strengthening medical readiness across Saint Lucia. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 6 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1101 U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Michele Curtis, Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission commander, attends an opening ceremony at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The ceremony marked the official start of a two-week health security cooperation mission, highlighting U.S. and Saint Lucian collaboration to strengthen partnerships, enhance medical readiness and support shared regional health priorities. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 7 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1098 A U.S. and Saint Lucia flag lapel pin is worn during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. LAMAT reinforces regional cooperation by bringing together U.S. and partner-nation medical teams to address shared healthcare challenges while strengthening enduring relationships across the Caribbean. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 8 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1062 Karin B. Sullivan, chargé d’affaires for the U.S. Embassy to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, speaks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The ceremony marked the official start of a health security cooperation mission, reflecting a whole-of-government approach that integrates U.S. military, diplomatic and host-nation efforts to strengthen partnerships, enhance medical readiness and support regional stability. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 9 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1029 Dr. Sharon Belmar-George, Chief Medical Officer for the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs, provides remarks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The mission enabled local healthcare professionals to collaborate with U.S. counterparts to address priority patient care needs. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 10 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1026 Karin B. Sullivan, chargé d’affaires for the U.S. Embassy to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, applauds the planners of the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission during an opening ceremony at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. U.S. Embassy leadership recognized the coordination and partnership required to execute the LAMAT 26 mission alongside host-nation healthcare professionals. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 11 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1026 Karin B. Sullivan, chargé d’affaires for the U.S. Embassy to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, applauds the planners of the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission during an opening ceremony at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. U.S. Embassy leadership recognized the coordination and partnership required to execute the LAMAT 26 mission alongside host-nation healthcare professionals. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) Photo Details / Download Hi-Res SLIDESHOW | images | 260427-F-AN818-1026 260427-F-AN818-2361 A U.S. Air Force surgical team performs a dialysis access surgery on a patient at Owen King European Union hospital during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. Surgical operations conducted during LAMAT 2026 reflected coordinated planning with host-nation healthcare leadership which reinforces trust and demonstrates the United States’ commitment to supporting shared medical priorities. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 1 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-2353 U.S. Air Force Col. Robert Noll, vascular surgeon, performs a dialysis access surgery on a patient at Owen King European Union hospital during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The mission provided hands-on surgical experience to enhance readiness while supporting local healthcare delivery. The procedure contributed to a broader health security cooperation effort, strengthening regional collaboration while enhancing the collective ability to respond to medical challenges across the Caribbean. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 2 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-2346 A U.S. Air Force surgical team performs a dialysis access surgery on a patient at Owen King European Union hospital during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. Patients were identified by the Ministry of Health to align with the specialties and certifications of participating U.S. Air Force medical providers, ensuring targeted care delivery while providing real-world clinical experience that strengthens medical readiness. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 3 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-2337 U.S. Air Force Col. Robert Noll, vascular surgeon, scrubs before surgery during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at Owen King European Union hospital in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. Health security cooperation missions like LAMAT, enable U.S. medical personnel to operate in real-world clinical environments to maintain readiness and refine expeditionary medical skills. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 4 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1166 Minister of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs, the Honorable Moses Jn Baptiste, provides remarks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The mission integrates U.S. Air Force medical personnel with host-nation providers to deliver patient care and conduct knowledge exchange strengthening health security cooperation and clinical and military readiness. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 5 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1120 Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs Jenny Daniel provides remarks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The ceremony marked the official start of a two-week health security cooperation focused on patient care, clinical exchange and strengthening medical readiness across Saint Lucia. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 6 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1101 U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Michele Curtis, Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission commander, attends an opening ceremony at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The ceremony marked the official start of a two-week health security cooperation mission, highlighting U.S. and Saint Lucian collaboration to strengthen partnerships, enhance medical readiness and support shared regional health priorities. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 7 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1098 A U.S. and Saint Lucia flag lapel pin is worn during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. LAMAT reinforces regional cooperation by bringing together U.S. and partner-nation medical teams to address shared healthcare challenges while strengthening enduring relationships across the Caribbean. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 8 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1062 Karin B. Sullivan, chargé d’affaires for the U.S. Embassy to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, speaks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The ceremony marked the official start of a health security cooperation mission, reflecting a whole-of-government approach that integrates U.S. military, diplomatic and host-nation efforts to strengthen partnerships, enhance medical readiness and support regional stability. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 9 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1029 Dr. Sharon Belmar-George, Chief Medical Officer for the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs, provides remarks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The mission enabled local healthcare professionals to collaborate with U.S. counterparts to address priority patient care needs. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 10 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1026 Karin B. Sullivan, chargé d’affaires for the U.S. Embassy to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, applauds the planners of the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission during an opening ceremony at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. U.S. Embassy leadership recognized the coordination and partnership required to execute the LAMAT 26 mission alongside host-nation healthcare professionals. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 11 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1098 A U.S. and Saint Lucia flag lapel pin is worn during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. LAMAT reinforces regional cooperation by bringing together U.S. and partner-nation medical teams to address shared healthcare challenges while strengthening enduring relationships across the Caribbean. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) Photo Details / Download Hi-Res SLIDESHOW | images | 260427-F-AN818-1098 260427-F-AN818-2361 A U.S. Air Force surgical team performs a dialysis access surgery on a patient at Owen King European Union hospital during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. Surgical operations conducted during LAMAT 2026 reflected coordinated planning with host-nation healthcare leadership which reinforces trust and demonstrates the United States’ commitment to supporting shared medical priorities. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 1 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-2353 U.S. Air Force Col. Robert Noll, vascular surgeon, performs a dialysis access surgery on a patient at Owen King European Union hospital during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The mission provided hands-on surgical experience to enhance readiness while supporting local healthcare delivery. The procedure contributed to a broader health security cooperation effort, strengthening regional collaboration while enhancing the collective ability to respond to medical challenges across the Caribbean. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 2 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-2346 A U.S. Air Force surgical team performs a dialysis access surgery on a patient at Owen King European Union hospital during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. Patients were identified by the Ministry of Health to align with the specialties and certifications of participating U.S. Air Force medical providers, ensuring targeted care delivery while providing real-world clinical experience that strengthens medical readiness. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 3 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-2337 U.S. Air Force Col. Robert Noll, vascular surgeon, scrubs before surgery during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at Owen King European Union hospital in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. Health security cooperation missions like LAMAT, enable U.S. medical personnel to operate in real-world clinical environments to maintain readiness and refine expeditionary medical skills. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 4 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1166 Minister of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs, the Honorable Moses Jn Baptiste, provides remarks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The mission integrates U.S. Air Force medical personnel with host-nation providers to deliver patient care and conduct knowledge exchange strengthening health security cooperation and clinical and military readiness. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 5 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1120 Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs Jenny Daniel provides remarks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The ceremony marked the official start of a two-week health security cooperation focused on patient care, clinical exchange and strengthening medical readiness across Saint Lucia. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 6 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1101 U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Michele Curtis, Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission commander, attends an opening ceremony at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The ceremony marked the official start of a two-week health security cooperation mission, highlighting U.S. and Saint Lucian collaboration to strengthen partnerships, enhance medical readiness and support shared regional health priorities. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 7 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1098 A U.S. and Saint Lucia flag lapel pin is worn during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. LAMAT reinforces regional cooperation by bringing together U.S. and partner-nation medical teams to address shared healthcare challenges while strengthening enduring relationships across the Caribbean. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 8 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1062 Karin B. Sullivan, chargé d’affaires for the U.S. Embassy to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, speaks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The ceremony marked the official start of a health security cooperation mission, reflecting a whole-of-government approach that integrates U.S. military, diplomatic and host-nation efforts to strengthen partnerships, enhance medical readiness and support regional stability. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 9 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1029 Dr. Sharon Belmar-George, Chief Medical Officer for the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs, provides remarks during an opening ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. The mission enabled local healthcare professionals to collaborate with U.S. counterparts to address priority patient care needs. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 10 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res 260427-F-AN818-1026 Karin B. Sullivan, chargé d’affaires for the U.S. Embassy to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, applauds the planners of the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission during an opening ceremony at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex in Castries, Saint Lucia, April 27, 2026. U.S. Embassy leadership recognized the coordination and partnership required to execute the LAMAT 26 mission alongside host-nation healthcare professionals. (U.S. Air force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rachel Maxwell) 11 of 11 Photo Details / Download Hi-Res Medical teams will provide general surgery, primary care, emergency medicine, dentistry and preventive health services while working alongside Saint Lucian providers to exchange techniques and best practices. “Collaborations such as LAMAT allow us to identify our greatest needs and make the necessary requests,” said Dr. Sharon Belmar-George, chief medical officer for the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs. “These are real people with real issues who need care.” LAMAT 2026 is part of an eight-week regional health security cooperation campaign spanning four partner nations, designed to enhance U.S. Air Force medical readiness through real-world clinical engagement while supporting Saint Lucia’s capacity to manage health care demands and respond to public health challenges. The Honorable Moses Jn Baptiste, Minister of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs, emphasized the importance of collaboration during times of crisis, noting that partnerships like LAMAT demonstrate the value of sustained international cooperation. As the final stop in the 2026 LAMAT mission, the Saint Lucia engagement builds on previous missions conducted in Saint Kitts and Nevis, Guyana and Suriname, reinforcing continued U.S. partnership across the Caribbean. “To all the participants of LAMAT 2026, I encourage you to make the most of this very special occasion in the coming weeks,” said Karin B. Sullivan, Chargé d’Affaires, U.S. Embassy to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean. “The critical skills and knowledge you refine will not only benefit your professional careers, but will also leave a lasting impact on the people of this region.” Following the ceremony, patient care began at multiple locations, including St. Jude Hospital. where a U.S. Air Force Reserve dental team conducted its first tooth extraction demonstrating the team’s rapid transition from ceremony to clinical operations. Now in its fourth consecutive year in Saint Lucia, the LAMAT mission reflects an enduring partnership and continued commitment to strengthening health care capacity across the region.