MTF's Critical Role to Remain Despite Reforms

The Department of Defense is implementing sweeping reforms to how the military’s direct health care system is administered. Lt. Gen. (Dr.) Mark A. Ediger, Air Force surgeon general, predicted that the reforms will succeed in "providing a more standard experience of care" across the military health system, in focusing uniformed medical forces more on readiness and operational requirements, and, "of course, in producing some savings." But, he added, that hospital commanders will remain "essential" to preserving the three primary functions of base hospitals and clinics: to provide excellent care to beneficiaries, provide medical support for the day-to-day mission, and to keep that medical force ready for war. Read the full story on the Military Advantage Blog.