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  • Nanook receives a routine check-up at the Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson (JBER) Veterinary Clinic, Alaska, Jan. 8, 2018. The JBER vet clinic advises pet owners to bring their pets in for annual exams to ensure long-term health. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Caitlin Russell)

    An AFMS look back at January 2018

    This month's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting the Air Force Medical Service and the values and strength of the United States Air Force.
  • Lt. Gen. Mark Ediger, the Air Force Surgeon General, offers thanks and congratulations for the dedication and efforts of the 92d Medical Group during a MHS GENESIS "go-live" recognition ceremony at Fairchild Air Force Base, Wash, Feb. 15, 2017. Fairchild AFB was the pilot base for the development and implementation of the new, Defense Department-wide health system. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ryan Lackey)

    An AFMS look back at 2017

    Here's a look back at how Medical Airmen supported Air Force operations around the globe throughout 2017.
  • Airmen from the 20th Medical Group Mental Health Flight prepare for appointments at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Dec. 4, 2017.

    Mental Health Flight supports Team Shaw

    Tucked in the corner of the 20th Medical Group is the 20th MDG mental health flight. Team Shaw members entering the office are greeted by a staff of Airmen ready to assist them.
  • With the help of a colleague, Capt. Eric Walter, 386th Expeditionary Medical Group physical therapy element chief, has developed a proactive approach to physical therapy at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia.

    Innovative PT program increases readiness downrange

    With the help of a colleague, Capt. Eric Walter, 386th Expeditionary Medical Group physical therapy element chief, has developed a proactive approach to physical therapy at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia.
  • Senior Master Sgt. Larry Galo, Air Force Cycling Team director, leads the team during the Ride for Heroes event in Texas, April 19, 2014. The AFCT works to promote the Air Force by interacting with the American public at cycling events across the United States. (Courtesy Photo)

    Air Force Cycling Team prepares for 2018 season

    Interacting with the American public at cycling events across the U.S. may not sound like something many people think of members of the Air Force doing.
  • Staff sergeant shows resiliency in fight with cancer

    Staff sergeant shows resiliency in fight with cancer

    “You have stage two unfavorable Hodgkin’s lymphoma.” Those were the words Staff Sgt. Teresa Monteon heard her doctor say on October 19, 2015. The weight of those words hit her hard and she cried.
  • Airman 1st Class Isaiah Randall, 23d Equipment Maintenance Squadron aircraft structural maintenance apprentice, poses for a photo, Oct. 2, 2017, at Moody Air Force Base, Ga. Among four months of turmoil, Randall came to understand the true concept of resiliency, leaning on the support from his family, both by blood and by service, and God to guide him through. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Daniel Snider)

    Airman counters life's jabs

    God. Family. Boxing. That’s all that matters to Airman 1st Class Isaiah Randall, 23rd Equipment Maintenance Squadron aircraft structural maintenance apprentice. Life’s unpredictable ups and downs often test people in ways that shake the foundations that give them peace though.
  • Col. Gilberto Patino, 81st Medical Operations Squadron cardiopulmonary flight commander, explains surgical procedures used in the cardiac catheterization lab to Lt. Gen. Mark Ediger, Air Force Surgeon General, and Chief Master Sgt. Steve Cum, Jr., Air Force Surgeon General medical enlisted force chief, during a visit to the 81st Medical Group Oct. 17, 2017, on Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi. The purpose of Ediger’s visit was to get familiar with the 81st MDG’s mission, operations and personnel. During his tour, he visited more than 10 different units in the 81st MDG to include mammography, emergency department, radiology and oncology, genetics and the clinical research laboratory. (U.S. Air Force photo by Kemberly Groue)

    Top doc checks up on Keesler Medical Center

    Lt. Gen. Mark Ediger, Surgeon General of the Air Force, toured the Keesler Medical Center, Oct. 17, exploring their mission and meeting the personnel who accomplish it. During his tour, he visited more than 10 different units in the 81st Medical Group to include mammography, emergency department, radiology & oncology, genetics and the clinical research lab. Since Keesler Medical Center sustained damage in 2005 from Hurricane Katrina, they have taken huge steps in patient care and their capabilities.
  • U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 633rd Medical Group deploy from Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., Oct. 18, 2017.

    AF medics deploy to Puerto Rico, aid hurricane relief efforts

    Approximately 87 members assigned to the 633rd Medical Group departed Joint Base Langley-Eustis to set up and operate a 25-bed Expeditionary Medical Support field hospital in support of hurricane relief efforts in Puerto Rico, Oct. 15-17, 2017.
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    Wounded warrior coaches help athletes advance in their recovery

    From Sept. 23-30, 2017 more than 550 wounded service members from 17 nations are competing in Toronto, Canada, for the 2017 Invictus Games. About 85 wounded warriors represent Team USA with about 20 of those making up Team Air Force.
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