15th MDG Airman saves lives and ensures women are mission ready

JBPHH, HI, UNITED STATES

02.20.2019

Story by Airman 1st Class Jermaine Ayers 

15th Wing

The 15th Medical Group’s mission is as varied as its Airmen. From bioenvironmental engineers to x-rays, all of the clinics share a single purpose. To ensure the 15th Wing Sky Warriors are physically fit and healthy to accomplish the mission at home and abroad. For one Airman, her day-to-day job is just one part of the big picture.
Senior Airman Victoria Lowell, 15th MDG aerospace medical technician, works hard to ensure the Women’s Health Clinic operates smoothly.
“On a typical day, I'll ensure our provider’s virtual and physical appointments are ready,” said Lowell. “I prepare the rooms for our patients and if we have procedures scheduled, I’ll prep all the instruments."
The WHC provides comprehensive patient centered care that focuses on a variety of women's health concerns.
Some of the services the WHC provides are birth control consultation and insertion, cervical cancer screening, gynecological health, and fertility concerns.
“My job contributes to the 15th Wing mission by ensuring that all active-duty females are ready to deploy,” said Lowell. “Which means their woman's exam is up to date and they don't have any procedures to follow up on.”
While Lowell’s current position allows her to care for the needs of women, her training has prepared her to tackle any obstacle she comes across.
In February of 2018, Lowell responded to an accident that happened outside of the medical group. During the accident, an Airman was crossing the street when they were hit by a vehicle, causing them to be launched into the middle of the street.
“One of the Airmen I worked alongside in the pediatric clinic witnessed the accident and ran inside to gather our team to respond,” said Lowell. “I heard from other medics that when accidents occur all of your training just kicks into gear even if you’ve never experienced anything emergent before, and that’s exactly what happened to me.”
The team worked together at the scene and was able to give the victim the best possible care we could until a higher echelon of care arrived, said Lowell.
Lowell works hard taking care of Airmen and their families to ensure they are prepared to complete their missions. In doing so, she embodies the 15th MDG’s values of character, commitment, and compassion.

• Date Taken: 02.20.2019
• Date Posted: 02.22.2019 20:18
• Story ID: 311352
• Location: JBPHH, HI, US