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  • First Lt. Carruth: Keesler’s Trusted Care Hero

    “My motto is, ‘if not me, then who else will’,” said 1st Lt. Clarissa Carruth, 81st Inpatient Operation Squadron clinical nurse. “I strive to continue to improve patient care practices and be a voice for the Airmen working the floor.” Carruth participated in the University of Portland Air Force ROTC

  • KMC medics implant AF’s 1st Micra TPS

    The Keesler Medical Center became the first Air Force hospital to implant the world’s smallest pacemaker for patients with bradycardia April 13.Bradycardia is a condition characterized by a slow or irregular heart rhythm, usually fewer than 60 beats per minute. At this rate, the heart is unable to

  • MDG, TRG team up to simplify saving lives

    Some might say there’s a formula to providing quality healthcare – A heap of science, a dash of art and a whole lot of practice. As with almost any science or art, having the right tools for the job goes a long way in perfecting one’s craft, and for the 81st Medical Group, their craft is lifesaving.

  • Say Aah: DS offers day of children’s appointments

    February is National Children’s Dental Health Month! Did you know tooth decay is the most common chronic disease in children? Cavities can develop when sugar-containing foods stay in the mouth for a long time. The good news is there are safe and effective preventive measures that can protect your

  • 81st MDG recognized for inpatient care

    The 81st Medical Group team has once again fallen within the top 10 percent of eligible hospitals for providing outstanding customer service and high-quality health care.“The recognition came from (responses to) the TRICARE Inpatient Satisfaction Survey,” said Senior Master Sgt. David Alvarado, 81st

  • 81st MDG competition tests fitness level

    Chief Master Sgt. Karl Day, 81st Medical Group superintendent, logs the final scores during the 81st MDG Push-up Competition at the Keesler Medical Center Don Wylie Auditorium Nov. 1, 2016, on Keesler Air Force Base, Miss. Seven five-person teams competed in the event pushing out a total of 6,272