Detainee Healthcare in Theater Hospitals: Are Air Force Medics Prepared for the Challenge
Abstract
Since 2004, Air Force medics have been deployed to the Air Force Theater Hospitals. Often there is a significant detainee population requiring various levels of medical care. Most medics deploying to AFTHs have minimal realistic training on force protection, cultural competence, and ethical considerations before departing to the area of responsibility. Although, there are numerous potential training platforms in the Air Force to conduct detainee operations training, the overall quantity of training is limited. This research investigates how the AFMS can better prepare medics for detainee care in the AFTHs? This paper will explore the various essential considerations that medical personnel should have prior to, and upon arrival in the AOR. A review of current joint training platforms and the potential for new Air Force training methodologies will be discussed. Given the nature of war and its hostile environment, a medic with a full toolkit of cultural, ethical, and force protection training will be able to effectively care for detainees. Additional competency training in detainee operations, improved AF training platforms, and increased access to joint service training opportunities are methodologies that will bolster competency and provide AF medical personnel with invaluable expeditionary skills.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 01, 2009
- Accession Number
- ADA539475
Entities
People
- Randy O. Claxton
Organizations
- Air Command and Staff College