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The Royal Australian Air Force personnel have unveiled a new generation of deployable medical capabilities designed for modern conflict and crisis response.
During Exercise Stoic Gauntlet, RAAF members tested the JP2060-3 system, a modular health capability that can be established from the ground up in a range of combat environments.
The exercise marked the first time the capability has been used in a collective training setting, involving more than 100 health and support staff.
The system integrates services ranging from primary care and resuscitation to imaging, surgery, mental health and intensive care, effectively replicating a small hospital in the field.
“This exercise is about proving that we can deploy a fully functioning medical capability at short notice using the brand‑new equipment,” exercise director Wing Commander Jason Lynam said.
“JP2060‑3 gives us a far more agile and modern way to deliver high quality healthcare wherever it’s required.
“We’re reviewing procedures and ensuring everything from power and water to patient flow and clinical treatment areas works together. This capability is only effective if every element is aligned and communicating.”
Emphasising the importance of communication and collaboration, Exercise Stoic Gauntlet has a primary focus on ensuring all service people have the correct training and understanding of systems like JP2060-3.
This is to make certain that in a combat environment where urgent medical attention is needed, RAAF members are well equipped to provide the necessary care.
“Exercises like this ensure Air Force medical teams remain ready to respond now and into the future,” WGCDR Lynam said.
“What we’re really testing is how well teams integrate with this new equipment.”
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