FORT MAGSAYSAY, Philippines—Highlighting the U.S.’s commitment to supporting the Philippines in serving Filipino communities, members of the 8th Forward Resuscitative Surgical Detachment (8th FRSD) rolled up their sleeves to share best practices, build multinational capacity, and learn from their professional medical counterparts on the island of Batanes, in the Luzon Strait from April to June. As medical professionals serving in the U.S. Army, the experience and capabilities they provide are critical to support military operations. Whether treating patients in natural disasters, in combat, or through routine medical care in communities worldwide, initiatives that offer the exchange of knowledge help build capacity and trust. For the medical professionals of the 8th FRSD, this exchange was a worthwhile experience to advance medical capabilities and build professional relationships.
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