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Air Force medics' heroics highlight vital role of military health professionals

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Austin Lawhon, 59th Medical Wing paramedic, receives an EMS Field Save Pin from his mentor and former active-duty paramedic, Adam Tellez, at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, April 23, 2025. Lawhon led the emergency response to save the life of a patient experiencing an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest - a medical event with only a 9.1% approximate chance of survival. EMS Field Save Pins are a symbolic honor to celebrate the rarity and significance of a successful out-of-hospital save and the heroism, training, and teamwork involved in saving a life. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tory Patterson)
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Air Force Medics' heroics highlight vital role of military health professionals

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Austin Lawhon (left) and Senior Airman James Henry, 59th Medical Wing paramedics, provided emergency medical response to a patient experiencing an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest event on Lackland Air Force Base, Texas in March 2025. “On that day, a patient died on the floor,” said Bruce Hale, 59th Medical Wing paramedic. “Despite tremendous odds against him, Sergeant Lawhon led his team to restore life to that patient. He’s the embodiment of what is achievable with a good attitude and hard work after a few years in the Air Force.” Both Lawhon and Henry were recognized with EMS Field Save Pins, a symbolic honor recognizing the rarity and significance of an out-of-hospital save, at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, April 23, 2025. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tory Patterson)
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Guyanese-born Airman builds medical bridge between US, Guyana

Tech. Sgt. Yamisha Jones, Andrews Healthcare Operations Squadron non-commissioned officer in charge of internal medicine guides a Guyana Defence Force medic on intravenous catheter insertion, April 4, 2025, at Base Camp Ayanganna, Georgetown, Guyana. Sharing expertise and experiences enhance skills and strengthen global medical cooperation in challenging environments.(U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Melissa Estevez)
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Guyanese-born Airman builds medical bridge between US, Guyana

U. S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Quami King, Andrew’s Medical Group senior enlisted leader, and Tech. Sgt. Yamisha Jones, Andrews Healthcare Operations Squadron non-commissioned officer in charge of internal medicine, pose for a photo with medics from the Guyana Defence Force, April 2, 2025, at Base Camp Ayanganna, Georgetown, Guyana. The GDF is the military of Guyana, established in 1965. It numbers about 4,150 soldiers and has military bases across the nation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Melissa Estevez)
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Guyanese-born Airman builds medical bridge between US, Guyana

Tech. Sgt. Yamisha Jones, Andrews Healthcare Operations Squadron non-commissioned officer in charge of internal medicine supervises a pressure dressing application by Guyana Defence Force medics, April 2, 2025, at Base Camp Ayanganna, Georgetown, Guyana. The GDF Medical Corps role is to provide primary medical and dental care to all the members of the Force and their immediate families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Melissa Estevez)
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Guyanese-born Airman builds medical bridge between US, Guyana

Tech. Sgt. Yamisha Jones, Andrews Healthcare Operations Squadron non-commissioned officer in charge of internal medicine explains the use of hemostatic dressing to Guyana Defence Force medics, April 2, 2025, at Base Camp Ayanganna, Georgetown, Guyana. The GDF Medical Corps role is to provide primary medical and dental care to all the members of the Force and their immediate families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Melissa Estevez)
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Guyanese-born Airman builds medical bridge between US, Guyana

A Guyana Defence Force medic applies a tourniquet on Chief Master Sgt. Quami King, Andrew’s Medical Group senior enlisted leader, April 2, 2025, at Base Camp Ayanganna, Georgetown, Guyana. Tournequits are part of the individual first aid kit provided to members prior to a deployment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Melissa Estevez)
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Guyanese-born Airman builds medical bridge between US, Guyana

Tech. Sgt. Yamisha Jones, Andrews Healthcare Operations Squadron non-commissioned officer in charge of internal medicine explains the components of the individual first aid kit to Guyana Defence Force medics, April 2, 2025, at Base Camp Ayanganna, Georgetown, Guyana. An IFAK is a compact emergency medical kit designed for treating trauma patients in high-risk situations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Melissa Estevez)
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U.S. Air Force Col. Daniel Martinie, North Carolina Joint Force Headquarters-Air, State Air Surgeon and Staff Sgt. Idris cates, 145th Medical Group, medical technician pose for a photo in an exam room at Charlotte-Douglas International Airport base, March 8, 2025. Martinie is being highlighted for being named one of North Carolina’s best doctors for 2024.
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U.S. Air Force Col. Daniel Martinie, North Carolina Joint Force Headquarters-Air, State Air Surgeon poses for a photo on the flightline at Charlotte-Douglas International Airport base, March 8, 2025. Martinie is being highlighted for being named one of North Carolina’s best doctors for 2024.
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Two 319th Medical Group Airmen selected for Nurse Commissioning Program

Staff Sgt. Patrick Norindr, bioenvironmental engineering flight chief for the 319th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron and Staff Sgt. Yesica De Leon, non-commissioned officer in charge of the Warrior Operational Medicine Clinic for the 319th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron, pose for a photo at Grand Forks Air Force Base, N.D., April 3, 2025.
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Two 319th Medical Group Airmen selected for Nurse Commissioning Program

Staff Sgt. Yesica De Leon, non-commissioned officer in charge of the Warrior Operational Medicine Clinic for the 319th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron takes Capt. Holly Prouty’s, Aerospace Medicine Flight Commander for the 319th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron’s blood pressure at Grand Forks Air Force Base, N.D., April 3, 2025.
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Two 319th Medical Group Airmen selected for Nurse Commissioning Program

Staff Sgt. Yesica De Leon, non-commissioned officer in charge of the Warrior Operational Medicine Clinic for the 319th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron, removes a blood pressure cuff off of Capt. Holly Prouty, Aerospace Medicine Flight Commander for the 319th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron at Grand Forks Air Force Base, N.D., April 3, 2025.
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Two 319th Medical Group Airmen selected for Nurse Commissioning Program

Staff Sgt. Patrick Norindr, bioenvironmental engineering flight chief for the 319th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron, tests the water at Grand Forks Air Force Base, N.D., April 3, 2025
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Two 319th Medical Group Airmen selected for Nurse Commissioning Program

Staff Sgt. Patrick Norindr, bioenvironmental engineering flight chief for the 319th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron, demonstrates a gas mask fitting at Grand Forks Air Force Base, N.D., April 3, 2025.
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433rd ASTS Train With First Responders, Healthcare Professionals in Guyana

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Brandon Lowe, 433rd Aeromedical Staging Squadron medical technician, and Cleveland King, a Guyana Fire and Emergency Medical Service advanced emergency medical technician training officer, pose for a picture at the Guyana Fire Service Headquarters after EMT training during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team mission in Georgetown, Guyana, April 3, 2025. The LAMAT mission brings together medical military members and local healthcare workers in Latin America and the Caribbean region to facilitate knowledge sharing as well as creating bonds and reinforcing partnerships for future cooperation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Jacob Lewis)
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Ready Now, and Anywhere, 433rd Citizen Airmen go to Guyana for LAMAT 2025

President of Guyana Mohamed Irfaan Ali, and U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Melissa A. Coburn, 22nd Air Force commander, poses for a photo after the President of Guyana gifted Coburn with his presidential coin after the closing ceremony for the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team mission at the Guyana President’s estate in Georgetown, Guyana, April 11, 2025. LAMAT, a global health engagement initiative, enables the Air Force to collaborate with partner nations to build relationships and support security cooperation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Jacob Lewis)
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Ready Now, and Anywhere, 433rd Citizen Airmen go to Guyana for LAMAT 2025

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Melissa A. Coburn, 22nd Air Force commander, U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Angella Mudd, 433rd Aeromedical Staging Squadron and LAMAT Guyana mission commander, and U.S. Air Force LAMAT members pose for a group photo following the closing ceremony for the LAMAT mission at the Guyana President’s estate in Georgetown, Guyana, April 11, 2025. LAMAT, a global health engagement initiative, enables the Air Force to collaborate with partner nations to build relationships and support security cooperation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Jacob Lewis)
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Wyoming Guard Airmen Make First Antarctic Cardiac Evacuation in 35 Years

Dan Baldwin (left), University of Texas flight nurse, Master Sgt. Lyndsey Glotfelty, 187th Wyoming Air National Guard aeromedical evacuation technician, provide in-flight care for a heart attack victim aboard a LC-130 in route to Christchurch, New Zealand, Feb. 13, 2025. The Antarctic is as remote as it gets, with great distance to the nearest help and limited resources, the mission contained a standardized response plan for medical incidents and select personnel trained to handle them. Maj. Nate Krueger and Master Sgt. Lyndsey Glotfelty of the 187th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron delivered critical care during a life-saving patient transport mission in Antarctica. Their actions and expert care helped make history with the first successful cardiac arrest evacuation from the continent in over 35 years.
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Wyoming Guard Airmen Make First Antarctic Cardiac Evacuation in 35 Years

Wyoming Air National Guard aeromedical evacuation technicians, provide in-flight care for a heart attack victim aboard a LC-130 in route to Christchurch, New Zealand, Feb. 13, 2025. The Antarctic is as remote as it gets, with great distance to the nearest help and limited resources, so the mission contained a standardized response plan for medical incidents and select personnel trained to handle them.
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