| Special Forces Medic (18D) and medical training. | |
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PMID: 20936601 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
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As I retrace my journey through the Special Forces ranks as a Medical Sergeant (18D) and finally a Sergeant Major (18Z) in preparation for retirement, I find myself reading years of forgotten evaluations, citations, and awards. Some cause me to pause in an attempt to recall the particulars; others summon a smirk and laugh as I remember the fine men and women who played a very important role in making it happen. One particular Noncommissioned Officer Evaluation Report (NCOER) caused me to think, not that I had been immune to this before, but on this occasion, I was grappling with the words on the page. Had I truly been prepared to carry out the enormous strategic and operational scheme of maneuvers described before me? The words read:?Supervises and manages field medical activities in a conventional or unconventional warfare environment. Advises and provides tactical and technical guidance to the Detachment Commander, indigenous and allied personnel. Responsible for the planning, execution, and supervision of cross-training of detachment members in medical skills. In an unconventional warfare environment, instructs medical personnel; manages guerilla hospitals and field evacuation nets; coordinates the operation, interaction, and activities of medical facilities within an area of operation; manages a battalion-size troop medical clinic and its administrative and logistical support. Establishes a base stock of medical supplies and equipment, using internal or external procurement, storage, security, and distribution of those items. Coordinates veterinary training and support for an area requiring animal transportation or use. When directed, conducts operational and intelligence planning, preparation, and execution of detachment missions.? |
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Authors:
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Oscar L Ware |
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Type: Journal Article |
Journal Detail:
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Title: Journal of special operations medicine : a peer reviewed journal for SOF medical professionals Volume: 10 ISSN: 1553-9768 ISO Abbreviation: J Spec Oper Med Publication Date: 2010 |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 2010-10-11 Completed Date: 2010-12-23 Revised Date: - |
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Nlm Unique ID: 101158402 Medline TA: J Spec Oper Med Country: United States |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 26-7 Citation Subset: IM |
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2010. |
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Education, Medical
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organization & administration* Emergency Medical Technicians / education* Female Humans Male Military Medicine / education* United States |
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