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EMF 150-Bravo Sailors recognized for Keen Sword 25 excellence
12 December 2024
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Rear Adm. Guido Valdes, commander, Naval Medical Forces Pacific, and Command Master Chief Jerry Cantorna, gather with Sailors from Expeditionary Medical Facility (EMF) 150-Bravo during a recognition ceremony at Naval Medical Center San Diego, Dec. 11. The Sailors were presented with challenge coins and Flag Letters of Commendation (FLOC) for exemplary performance highlighting Navy Medicine’s readiness and expeditionary medical capabilities during Exercise Keen Sword 25 held at Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan.
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Rear Adm. Guido Valdes, commander, Naval Medical Forces Pacific, and Command Master Chief Jerry Cantorna, gather with Sailors from Expeditionary Medical Facility (EMF) 150-Bravo during a recognition ceremony at Naval Medical Center San Diego, Dec. 11. The Sailors were presented with challenge coins and Flag Letters of Commendation (FLOC) for exemplary performance highlighting Navy Medicine’s readiness and expeditionary medical capabilities during Exercise Keen Sword 25 held at Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan.
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SAN DIEGO — Rear Adm. Guido Valdes, commander of Naval Medical Forces Pacific, honored Expeditionary Medical Facility (EMF) 150-Bravo Sailors for their exceptional contributions to Exercise Keen Sword 25 during a recognition ceremony at Naval Medical Center San Diego, Dec. 11. The event highlighted the vital role Navy Medicine plays in strengthening interoperability with allies and preparing for crisis response.
“This exercise was about building the muscle memory we need to respond in a crisis,” said Valdes. “When the time comes, you’ll already have that exposure, working with our partners. I appreciate your efforts to try new things and accomplish what hasn’t been done before.”
Capt. Ian Fowler, commanding officer for EMF 150-Bravo, praised the team’s dedication and adaptability during the exercise.
“Our success in Keen Sword 25 was the result of an incredible team effort,” Fowler said. “Each Sailor contributed their expertise to overcome challenges and strengthen our readiness and partnerships with the Japan Self-Defense Force (JSDF). I couldn’t be prouder of their hard work and commitment.”
Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Joevanneoliver Ledres is recognized with a Flag Letter of Commendation from Rear Adm. Guido Valdes for collaborating with the operating room team at the Japan Self-Defense Force (JSDF) Naha hospital during Exercise Keen Sword 25. His efforts highlighted the critical contributions of the enlisted community and strengthened U.S.-Japan interoperability and partnerships.
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Rear Adm. Guido Valdes, commander, Naval Medical Forces Pacific, presents a Flag Letter of Commendation to Hospitalman Apprentice Trinity Berlin for developing a bilingual patient tracking process, demonstrating interoperability while strengthening U.S.-Japan bilateral relations during Exercise Keen Sword 25.
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Rear Adm. Guido Valdes, commander, Naval Medical Forces Pacific, presents a challenge coin to Lt. j.g. David Morris for his outstanding efforts in coordinating the setup, sustainment, and deconstruction of the Expeditionary Medical Facility. Morris’ work showcased EMF 150-Bravo’s medical force generation capabilities and adaptability to austere conditions during Exercise Keen Sword 25.
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Lt. Krista MacMurray receives a challenge coin from Rear Adm. Guido Valdes, commander, Naval Medical Forces Pacific, for her pivotal contributions to the smooth operations of the Expeditionary Medical Facility (EMF) 150-Bravo’s casualty receiving area and the successful integration of Japan Self-Defense Force (JSDF) medical assets, enhancing bilateral interoperability during Exercise Keen Sword 25.
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Rear Adm. Guido Valdes, commander, Naval Medical Forces Pacific, recognizes Lt. Christine Cooper with a challenge coin for her leadership in establishing the Expeditionary Medical Facility (EMF) 150-Bravo’s casualty receiving area’s operations and integrating Japan Self-Defense Force (JSDF) medical assets, demonstrating exceptional collaboration and operational efficiency during Exercise Keen Sword 25.
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Rear Adm. Guido Valdes, commander, Naval Medical Forces Pacific, presents a challenge coin to Lt. Chelaya Bartlett for spearheading planning and training efforts before and throughout Exercise Keen Sword 25. Bartlett also managed travel arrangements for all 62 Expeditionary Medical Facility (EMF) 150-Bravo personnel, ensuring mission readiness and seamless execution.
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Recognized Sailors included:
• Lt. Chelaya Bartlett, EMF 150-Bravo San Diego, for leading planning and training efforts and coordinating travel for 62 EMF 150-Bravo personnel.
• Lt. Christine Cooper, EMF 150-Bravo San Diego, for establishing casualty receiving area operations and integrating JSDF medical assets.
• Lt. j.g. David Morris, EMF 150-Bravo San Diego, for managing setup, sustainment, and deconstruction support for the EMF exercise.
• Lt. Emmanuel Dadzie, EMF 150-Bravo Detachment Twentynine Palms, EMF’s chief information officer, for working with 7th Communications Battalion, III Marine Expeditionary Force, and JSDF to configure communications networks, implement cybersecurity controls, and ensure mission success.
• Hospitalman Apprentice (HA) Trinity Berlin, EMF 150-Bravo San Diego, for developing a bilingual patient tracking system to enhance interoperability with JSDF.
• Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class (HM2) Joevannoliver Ledres, EMF 150-Bravo San Diego, for collaborating with JSDF operating room teams, showcasing the critical role of enlisted personnel in interoperability efforts.
• Information Systems Technician 2nd Class (IT2) Christopher Logan, EMF 150-Bravo Detachment Twentynine Palms, for configuring command networks and implementing cybersecurity controls for the EMF.
“Communications and logistics will always be challenges, but through this exercise, we identified areas for improvement and lessons learned,” Valdes said. “The work you’ve done here not only showcases Expeditionary Medicine’s capabilities but also reinforces the importance of collaboration with our allies.”
Exercise Keen Sword 25 demonstrated the Navy’s ability to deliver healthcare in austere environments while enhancing interoperability with allied forces, further solidifying partnerships in the Indo-Pacific region.
Naval Medical Forces Pacific (NMFP) provides oversight for 10 Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Commands (NMRTC), on the West Coast and Pacific Rim that train, man, and equip medical forces, primarily in military treatment facilities. Globally, NMFP oversees eight research laboratories that deliver research expertise in support of warfighter health and readiness. Additionally, NMFP manages the Naval Expeditionary Medicine Warfighter Development Center (NEMWDC), which plays a critical role in preparing medical teams for expeditionary and operational environments.
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