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Guyana, U.S. ophthalmology teams restore vision, strengthen readiness during LAMAT 2026
April 6, 2026 — Inside Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation, a patient regains sight as U.S. Air Force and Guyana Ministry of Health ophthalmology teams work side by side, delivering specialized care while building something far beyond a single procedure. Members of the 59th Medical Group from Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, also participated in the effort... MORE

Dr. Arlene Bobb-Semple, Guyanese ophthalmologist, performs retina surgery alongside U.S. Air Force Maj. Samuel Hobbs, 59th Medical Group Chief of Vitreoretinal Services, at the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation in Georgetown, Guyana, March 18, 2026. During Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team (LAMAT) 2026, U.S. Air Force and Ministry of Health ophthalmology teams worked side by side to deliver specialized eye care, building trust and strengthening long-term health partnerships. (U.S. Air Force photo by Maj. Stephani Schafer)

Royal Thai Air Force nurses team up with 59th MDW for U.S. healthcare collaboration
October 3, 2023 — During July and August 2023, the 59th Medical Wing hosted a team of five Royal Thai Air Force nurses from Bhumibol Adulyadej Hospital, Sai Mai District, Bangkok, Thailand, known for delivering primary care services to RTAF personnel and the wider community... MORE

The 59th MDW collaborated with the RTAF to foster strong international relations by providing them with valuable first-hand experience in patient care practices.

Air Force supports U.S. global health policy priorities of 2021
December 28, 2021 — As the world continues to grapple with the COVID-19 pandemic, the federal government has established new policies in 2021 addressing global health security and the use of global health engagement to mitigate the current pandemic, as well as emerging and future biosecurity threats. ... MORE