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U.S. Air Force Capt. Johnny Murphy and Capt. Lukas Pulice, 37th Airlift Squadron pilots, discuss mental health resources available to service members and their families of the Kaiserslautern Military Community during Military Aviator Peer Support wingman face-to-face training at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Feb. 19, 2025. Participants of the training were recommended by their peers in the 86th OG to be part of the training because of their reputation of being supportive. The training enhanced their skills in listening to and supporting fellow Airmen needing help with life stressors. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jared Lovett)

Feb. 28, 2025

Military Aviator Peer Support Program Expands with 59th Medical Wing Research and Leadership

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO - LACKLAND, Texas — The Military Aviator Peer Support (MAPS) program at Ramstein Air Base, developed by the 86th Operations Group with support from the 59th Medical Wing, provides Air Force aviators with peer-based, non-medical mental health support to address stressors while maintaining flight readiness. Backed by research highlighting healthcare avoidance among aircrew, the program trains enlisted and officer peer supporters to offer confidential guidance, with ongoing evaluation to expand its impact across the Air Force.

Lt. Col. J. Brett Ryan, recipient of the Arthur S. Flemming Award, is recognized for his groundbreaking contributions to dental research and innovation.

Feb. 12, 2025

Lt. Col. J. Brett Ryan earns Arthur S. Flemming Award for contributions to dental research

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas — U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. J. Brett Ryan, recipient of the Arthur S. Flemming Award, is recognized for his leadership in military dental research and innovation. His work enhances operational readiness and advances oral health care for service members.

U.S. Air Force Airmen participated in a field training exercise on Jan. 31, 2025, at the 59th Medical Readiness Training Center, Joint Base San Antonio-Camp Bullis, Texas.

Jan. 31, 2025

Air Force Medical Leaders Observe Cutting-Edge Medical Readiness Training at Camp Bullis

CAMP BULLIS, Texas — U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Sean Collins, Air Force Medical Command (AFMEDCOM) commander, and Brig. Gen. Eveline Yao, AFMEDCOM chief of staff, visited the 59th Medical Readiness Training Center (MRTC) at Joint Base San Antonio-Camp Bullis, Texas, to observe medical readiness training on 31 Jan. 2025.

The clinical laboratory at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center features advanced diagnostic instruments used for medical testing, Jan. 27, 2025.

Jan. 28, 2025

Wilford Hall Lab Sets the Gold Standard in Military Medicine

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas — The Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center laboratory is the largest Air Force clinical lab, providing critical diagnostic support to military personnel and their families with precision and efficiency. With a team of 72 experts conducting 2.2 million tests annually, the lab upholds the highest standards of care, innovation, and mission readiness in military medicine.

The Air Force Wounded Warrior Program (AFW2) provides non-medical support to Airmen and Guardians recovering from injuries, illnesses, or combat-related conditions, helping them reintegrate into duty or civilian life.

Nov. 26, 2024

Air Force Wounded Warrior Program Provides Comprehensive Support for Service Members

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas — The Air Force Wounded Warrior Program (AFW2) provides non-medical support to Airmen and Guardians recovering from injuries, illnesses, or combat-related conditions, helping them reintegrate into duty or civilian life. Through recovery, rehabilitation, and reintegration initiatives, the program offers resources such as adaptive sports, employment assistance, and resiliency workshops, serving as a vital lifeline for nearly 3,000 service members.

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Brian S. Robinson, Air Education and Training Command commander, passes the guidon to Brig. Gen. Gwendolyn A. Foster, 59th Medical Wing commander, at the 59th MDW change of command ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio, Tx., Aug. 23, 2024.

Aug. 26, 2024

New commander takes the helm of Air Force's top medical wing

JBSA-LACKLAND, Texas. — Members of the Air Force's 59th Medical Wing reflected on their recent accomplishments and readiness for future missions during a change of command ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, Aug. 23, 2024.

Jan. 25, 2023

59MDW: Another step closer to your New Year's resolution

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas — Senior Airman Jacob Hollins, physical therapy technician, and Senior Airman Gabrielle Rose, orthotics technician, assigned to the 59th Surgical Operations Squadron, offer advice on ways to achieve being more active for one's New Year's resolution at the Physical Therapy Clinic in Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, Jan. 18, 2023. Even in a person's spare time there are ways to promote a healthy lifestyle. (U.S. Air Force video by Senior Airman Melody Bordeaux)

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July 15, 2022

San Antonio Market celebrates first anniversary as a unified healthcare system

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas — The San Antonio Market is the Defense Health Agency’s largest multi-service market. It’s sprawled across the region, encompassing Brooke Army Medical Center, Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center, 10 stand-alone military treatment facilities, seven dental treatment facilities, the DoD’s only Level I Trauma Center and Burn Center, and over 100 specialty services – staffed by about 14,000 Army, Navy, Air Force, civilian and contract personnel.

San Antonio Market readies for civilian personnel transfer to Defense Health Agency

May 23, 2022

San Antonio Market readies for civilian personnel transfer to Defense Health Agency

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO, FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas, May 12, 2022 — This summer, the San Antonio Market will lead the process to administratively transfer government civilian personnel, property and systems to the Defense Health Agency.The Realignment of Personnel, Property and Systems, or RePPS, will mark the final stage of the market’s transition to DHA.“Our people are our focus, we are committed to open and

Hauversburk is the artificial intelligence and machine learning team lead of the Alamo Spark Cell and coordinates problem solving, solution implementation, industry outreach, and training. The Alamo Spark Cell created virtual and augmented reality supplemental training aids and set up a space with virtual reality headsets within the student dormitory.

Nov. 16, 2021

59th MDW: Alamo Spark Cell drives innovation throughout the Air Force

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas — Throughout the Air Force, teams referred to as Spark Cells serve as a hub for innovation. The 59th Training Group’s Alamo Spark Cell is a collaborative team that focuses on improving training at the Medical Education and Training Campus. “Our Spark Cell team works with the whole campus here and also works with the Air Force Medical Modeling and

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