Skilled Care: U.S. Military Doctors Perform Life-Saving Surgery

Air Force Lt. Col. Devin Watson and Dr. Mark Cumberbatch conduct an arteriovenous fistula placement surgery for a dialysis patient at the Modern Medical and Diagnostic Center in Georgetown, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, on March 13, 2025. Part of the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2025 mission, the procedure highlights the U.S. military’s dedication to global partnerships and medical readiness through hands-on experience.
Credit: Air Force Staff Sgt. Adriana Barrientos