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Oct. 5, 2021

Medical readiness training through the pandemic

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-CAMP BULLIS, Texas — The 59th Medical Readiness Training Center continues to provide the highest level of training for medics across the Air Force Medical Service prior to deployment as well as ensuring skills remain current.

U.S. Air Force Maj. Tynikka Houston, an Individual Mobilization Augmentee, assigned to New York Health Hospitals Jacobi, is deployed to New York City in support of the Department of Defense. COVID-19 response,

May 5, 2021

Nurse and Tech Week: Battle-tested and ready

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — This time last year, as the world was trying to wrap its head around an unknown and unforgiving new enemy, Air Force nurses and medical technicians found themselves on the front lines of COVID-19. This week, the Air Force Medical Service recognizes the continued contribution, sacrifice and dedication of its nurses and technicians. These Airmen continue to raise the bar on what it means to serve as an Air Force medic.

The Air Force Surgeon General has announced the recipients of the 2019 Air Force Medical Service individual and team awards. (U.S. Air Force graphic)

Feb. 10, 2020

59th MDW among Air Force Medical Service 2019 Award Winners

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Airmen from the 59th Medical Wing at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland were among the 2019 Air Force Medical Service annual award winners announced Feb. 7, 2020.

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