Aeromedical squadron honored by military surgeons

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TRAVIS AIR FORCE BASE --  The 349th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron was named as the Outstanding Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron on November 2, 2005 at the Association of Military Surgeons of the United States medical conference that was held in Nashville, Tenn.
The AES’ main mission currently is to support the transportation of patients involved in Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom both in the United States and overseas.

As a team they might have their feet in America, their eyes in the skies or their toes in the desert sand, but the 349th AES members are a very welcome sight to those whom they are transporting for medical care.

“Every member believes in the importance of our mission and understands the critical impact we have on our patients,” said Col. Baskin, AES commander.
These dedicated workers spend many hours away from home in support of operations. From IV therapies and monitoring vital signs to possible medical emergencies while in flight, these 349th AES Travis Team members take great pride in their job as they provide medical care in the air as they transport injured Airmen, Marines, Sailors, Soldiers and Civilians to larger medical facilities for additional care.

These 349th members give a different perspective to title of Reservist, since up to 40 percent of the squadron deployed to support OIF and OEF and assisted in transporting almost 3,000 patients.

Col. Baskin and Capt. Creamer credit the team’s commitment, leadership and high level of training, as well as their willingness to step up the plate as large contributing factors to the 349th AES receiving this high level award, which is considered coveted in the medical community.

“It’s truly the commitment and dedication of the members – it’s heart felt,” said Capt. Paula Creamer, 349th AES flight nurse.

“I am impressed everyday by the commitment and knowledge of my senior leadership, NCOs and Airmen,” said Col. Baskin. “I am extremely proud to have such a solid team. I have no doubt in their abilities and expect more great things from them in the future.”