Reserves Day is an opportunity to celebrate our Reservists. AS1 Lynch is a Paramedic on Helimed 79 in Aberdeen and RAF Reservist. 'I am grateful to the Scottish Ambulance for supporting me and so proud to be an RAF Reservist'. #ReservesDay Group Captain Chris Rowley Medical Force Cdr Defence Medical Services RAF Medical Services

An enlightening day spent with colleagues at PMRAFNS annual symposium, hearing about the trials & tribulations of the Atlantic Rocks pursuit, to journeying through the immense challenges overcome by British Para Nordic Skier Scott Meenagh before spending dinner in great company

This year marks 20 years since selection for Paramedic training along with 8 colleagues in the Royal Air Force. I’m the last one standing! [or sitting in this case]. Air Cdre Sonia Phythian
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This week’s InsideAIR podcast heads to the RAF Centre of Aerospace Medicine to talk to RAF Medical Services Gp Capt Kristian Mears about aircraft rapid decompression and loss of oxygen which can be life threatening for aircrew.

Go give it a listen! 👂

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As an RAF Nursing Officer, you will lead a team providing the highest standards of patient care across a range of environments. Apply as a regular or reserve: bit.ly/48xyHnX

A great day Birmingham City University, on Friday, learning of the fantastic technological advances in healthcare education! Our military nursing and healthcare professionals training at BCU are in the very best of hands, with the most up-to-date facilities and lecturers. Thanks BCU! BCU Defence

Our apology for the action we took against doctors who were cautioned or convicted under repealed homophobic laws wouldn’t have been possible without the tireless efforts of our LGBTQ+ staff network.

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A great photo shared by Regional Clinical Director Surgeon Captain Nick Imm following Air Cdre Sonia Phythian successful visit to RAF Odiham this past Friday. Thank you once again to all involved in hosting a thoroughly enjoyable visit 🙌

It was great to welcome staff from 45 Sqn and the Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance to DMRC-Stanford Hall today. Wg Cdr Stu Lockyer (OC 45 Sqn) and his team expressed their gratitude to Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance and DMRC-Stanford Hall staff for the care provided to one of their colleagues.

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On 10th Feb ‘Carrianne’s 33’ will be raising money for both the RAFBF and TB Alert in memory of Sgt Carrianne Franks.  For all the info, please visit:

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On World Mental Health Day I would like to share with you the RAF Medical Services’ Inclusion Statement – All of Us…All the Time.
Inclusion and mental health are inextricably linked. Feeling a sense of belonging, respect and representation is critical to our state of well-being.

An inspirational evening with Professor Dame Jenny Harries, who delivered this year’s Sir Nigel Mills Memorial Lecture at the RAF Club.
Dame Jenny is the first Chief Executive of the UK Health & Security Agency. Thanks to Wg Cdr Alex Bacon for arranging the event.

A poignant and proud moment as Gp Capt Chris Rowley hands over command of the Defence Medical Rehabilitation Centre to Gp Capt Claire Myhill.
Heart filled thanks to Chris and good luck to Claire! DMRC-Stanford Hall RAF Medical Reserves RAF Medical Services Group Captain Chris Rowley Medical Force Cdr

Many congratulations Cpl Dickinson. What a proud achievement RAF Medic Profession Advisor

Tactical Medical Wg recently welcomed a visit from Hounds for Heroes founder Allen Parton with his remarkable dog ET. They were treated to Alan’s inspiring story, how the charity was founded and the work they do to transform so many lives 🫶🏽🦮 #houndsforheroes Air Cdre Jamie Thompson #TMW

World Patient Safety Day 2023 will be observed on 17 September under the theme 'Engaging patients for patient safety', in recognition of the crucial role patients, families and caregivers play in the safety of health care.

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Very many congratulations on your appointment as Comd DPHC Surgeon Commodore Nelstrop. The Healthcare Directorate looks forward to having you visit us in the weeks ahead, as we continue to work closely within Defence Medical Services

Here’s to the next chapter! Congratulations everyone 👏

As eloquently captured below by RBLI, it’s been magic to watch the events throughout the week. Air Cdre Sonia Phythian has the honour of attending #InvictusGames2023 for the Closing Ceremony as she represents our Chief #WeAreInvictus

A super few days meeting the future generation of RAF Medical Officers at the RAF Medical Cadet Symposium RAF Henlow Air Cdre Sonia Phythian RAF Air Cadets