After the blast: 51st MDG trains mass casualty response

Airmen assigned to the 51st Fighter Wing stand guard at a defensive fighting position during Beverly Herd 24-1 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 16, 2024. The mission of the 51st MDG is to maintain and ensure medical readiness for contingencies by providing high-quality, trusted care for approximately 8,000 enrollees and 20,000 beneficiaries. As the most forward deployed permanently based wing in the Air Force, the 51st Fighter Wing is charged with providing mission-ready Airmen to execute combat operations and receive follow-on forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kaitlin Frazier)

Photo Details / Download Hi-Res
After the blast: 51st MDG trains mass casualty response

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Kyndale Reyes, 51st Operational Readiness Squadron dental assistant, applies a tourniquet on a simulated patient during Beverly Herd 24-1 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 16, 2024. Simulated patients were transported inside after being categorized by severity, enabling emergency room personnel to practice treating the most critically injured first upon arrival. As the most forward deployed permanently based wing in the Air Force, the 51st Fighter Wing is charged with providing mission-ready Airmen to execute combat operations and receive follow-on forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kaitlin Frazier)

Photo Details / Download Hi-Res
After the blast: 51st MDG trains mass casualty response

An Airman assigned to the 51st Medical Group prepares to transfer a patient during a simulated mass casualty during Beverly Herd 24-1 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 16, 2024. Medical education and training equip all Airmen of the 51st Medical Group with essential, life-saving clinical skills. Training is continuously conducted to generate combat airpower at a moment’s notice, affirming the commitment to the Republic of Korea remains ironclad and ensures regional stability throughout the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kaitlin Frazier)

Photo Details / Download Hi-Res
After the blast: 51st MDG trains mass casualty response

U.S. Air Force Maj. Stephen Morgano, 51st Operational Medical Readiness Squadron mental health social worker, checks on U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Gilberto Deleon, 51st Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment journeyman, after performing tactical combat care during Beverly Herd 24-1 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 16, 2024. During the training event, personnel from the 51st Medical Group delivered life-saving care, showcasing their dedication to readiness. The Airmen of the 51st Fighter Wing continuously train to maintain the high level of full-spectrum readiness required to execute the mission proficiently and effectively. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kaitlin Frazier)

Photo Details / Download Hi-Res
After the blast: 51st MDG trains mass casualty response

Airmen assigned to the 51st Medical Group practice carrying a patient with simulated leg injuries during Beverly Herd 24-1 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 16, 2024. The 51st MDG medics prepare daily for any contingencies if and when they occur, with the foremost priority being ready to fight tonight. The Airmen of the 51st Fighter Wing continuously train to maintain the high level of full-spectrum readiness required to execute the mission proficiently and effectively. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kaitlin Frazier)

Photo Details / Download Hi-Res
After the blast: 51st MDG trains mass casualty response

U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Saidel Sunga, 51st Medical Group nurse, simulates recording a patient’s vitals during Beverly Herd 24-1 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 16, 2024. Simulated patients came to the 51st MDG with various ailments, providing an opportunity for medical Airmen to assess their capability to effectively treat patients and hone their skills in contingency operations. Training is continuously conducted to generate combat airpower at a moment’s notice, affirming the commitment to the Republic of Korea remains ironclad and ensures regional stability throughout the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kaitlin Frazier)

Photo Details / Download Hi-Res
After the blast: 51st MDG trains mass casualty response

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Braxton Anderson, 51st Operational Readiness Squadron paramedic, checks on a simulated patient during Beverly Herd 24-1 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 16, 2024. Simulated patients came to the 51st MDG with various ailments, providing an opportunity for medical Airmen to assess their capability to effectively treat patients and hone their skills in contingency operations. Training is continuously conducted to generate combat airpower at a moment’s notice, affirming the commitment to the Republic of Korea remains ironclad and ensures regional stability throughout the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kaitlin Frazier)

Photo Details / Download Hi-Res
After the blast: 51st MDG trains mass casualty response

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Patricia Harvey, 51st Medical Support Squadron pharmacy vault custodian, prepares an injection in a simulated mass casualty during Beverly 24-1 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 16, 2024. The mission of the 51st MDG is to maintain and ensure medical readiness for contingencies by providing high-quality, trusted care for approximately 8,000 enrollees and 20,000 beneficiaries. The Airmen of the 51st Fighter Wing continuously train to maintain the high level of full-spectrum readiness required to execute the mission proficiently and effectively. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kaitlin Frazier)

Photo Details / Download Hi-Res

After the blast: 51st MDG trains mass casualty response

Published May 16, 2024
By Senior Airman Kaitlin Frazier
51st Fighter Wing Public Affairs

OSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea --

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 51st Medical Group practice mass casualty response during Beverly Herd 24-1 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 16, 2024. Simulated patients came to the 51st MDG with various ailments, providing an opportunity for medical Airmen to assess their capability to effectively treat patients and hone their skills in contingency operations. As the most forward deployed permanently based wing in the Air Force, the 51st Fighter Wing is charged with providing mission-ready Airmen to execute combat operations and receive follow-on forces. (U.S. Air Force photos by Senior Airman Kaitlin Frazier)