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412th Medical Group completes Medical Facilities Modernization Project

  • Published
  • By Giancarlo Casem
  • 412th Test Wing Public Affairs
EDWARDS AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. --  

The 412th Medical Group officially unveiled recently renovated facilities during a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the medical clinic campus, June. 1.

The Medical Facilities Modernization Project goal was to renovate the 412th MDG’s treatment workspaces to better accommodate the facility’s outpatient mission, consolidate medical assets and meet the ongoing healthcare needs of its beneficiary population.

“Today is a great day for the 412th Medical Group. Today, we have taken a large step forward in modernizing four of our medical facilities,” said Chris Borja, 412th MDG Facility Manager. “This project cost our taxpayers over $26.3 million and touched four of our most dilapidated buildings in the Med Group. Over 18,500 square feet were either renovated or totally rebuilt.”

The renovation project included the Dental, Mental Health and Physical Therapy Clinics as well as the Education and Training Office, Simulation Lab and Ambulance Garage.

One of the new buildings, the Education, Training and Simulation Lab boasts a state-of-the-art training area that can train medical personnel on a number of medical emergencies including heart attack, arterial bleeds and even childbirth. Borja touts the facility as possibly being the most impactful of the renovation project.

“This kind of capability will catapult training to the next level for our medics, nurses, EMTs, paramedics and providers, but it doesn't stop here. It's possible that our sim training program can be extended to our local partners as well as other bases,” Borja said. “The potential capability opens the door for us to train at the highest level current technology allows.”

Another renovated facility was the Physical Therapy facility. The new facility was specially designed for physical therapy Borja said and includes an open layout, with 10-foot ceilings with a skylight. The renovations are designed to either return or ready Airmen for the fight said Col. Stephanie Isaac-Francis, 412th MDG Commander.

“My priority is readiness, this renovation: the building that we have is all part of the readiness mission that we bring to the 412th Test Wing. The education and training area: we have we're going to have a SIM lab that we're going to use to the fullest,” Isaac-Francis said. “The dental area has extended capabilities for a dental staff and dentist to build on those readiness skills. The mental health component: we're going to expand capability and space to build on, again, those readiness skills, but not only that, to also enhance our men and women in the Air Force at the 412th Test Wing to be able to perform their mission.”

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412th Medical Group completes Medical Facilities Modernization Project

  • Published
  • By Giancarlo Casem
  • 412th Test Wing Public Affairs
EDWARDS AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. --  

The 412th Medical Group officially unveiled recently renovated facilities during a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the medical clinic campus, June. 1.

The Medical Facilities Modernization Project goal was to renovate the 412th MDG’s treatment workspaces to better accommodate the facility’s outpatient mission, consolidate medical assets and meet the ongoing healthcare needs of its beneficiary population.

“Today is a great day for the 412th Medical Group. Today, we have taken a large step forward in modernizing four of our medical facilities,” said Chris Borja, 412th MDG Facility Manager. “This project cost our taxpayers over $26.3 million and touched four of our most dilapidated buildings in the Med Group. Over 18,500 square feet were either renovated or totally rebuilt.”

The renovation project included the Dental, Mental Health and Physical Therapy Clinics as well as the Education and Training Office, Simulation Lab and Ambulance Garage.

One of the new buildings, the Education, Training and Simulation Lab boasts a state-of-the-art training area that can train medical personnel on a number of medical emergencies including heart attack, arterial bleeds and even childbirth. Borja touts the facility as possibly being the most impactful of the renovation project.

“This kind of capability will catapult training to the next level for our medics, nurses, EMTs, paramedics and providers, but it doesn't stop here. It's possible that our sim training program can be extended to our local partners as well as other bases,” Borja said. “The potential capability opens the door for us to train at the highest level current technology allows.”

Another renovated facility was the Physical Therapy facility. The new facility was specially designed for physical therapy Borja said and includes an open layout, with 10-foot ceilings with a skylight. The renovations are designed to either return or ready Airmen for the fight said Col. Stephanie Isaac-Francis, 412th MDG Commander.

“My priority is readiness, this renovation: the building that we have is all part of the readiness mission that we bring to the 412th Test Wing. The education and training area: we have we're going to have a SIM lab that we're going to use to the fullest,” Isaac-Francis said. “The dental area has extended capabilities for a dental staff and dentist to build on those readiness skills. The mental health component: we're going to expand capability and space to build on, again, those readiness skills, but not only that, to also enhance our men and women in the Air Force at the 412th Test Wing to be able to perform their mission.”

Edwards provides care, opportunities for children aged six weeks through high school graduation

Edwards provides care, opportunities for childrenaged six weeks through high school graduation

The Child and Youth Program at Edwards AFB provides care and opportunities for kids ages six weeks old through high school graduation. A brief summary of those services follows:

  •                    The Child Development Center cares for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years, with a DOD-wide curriculum. The curriculum is focused on learning through play activities supporting social, emotional, physical and intellectual development. Installations across DOD follow the curriculum on the same timeline to allow seamless permanent change-of-station transitions for youth enrolled in care.
  •                    The School Age Center provides before and after-school care and summer camp for children ages 5 to 12. During school breaks, full-day camps are offered. SAC promotes cognitive, social, emotional, cultural, language and physical development through programs that encourage self-confidence, curiosity, self-discipline and resiliency.
  •                    The open recreation program at the Main Youth Center provides a safe space for ages 9 to 12 to attend after school. Programs include Power Hour, STEM, Torch Club, social recreation, youth camps, special events and more.
  •                    The youth sports program provides intro and league opportunities for ages 3 to 12, and promotes inclusiveness, self-discipline, commitment, resiliency and social skills. There are four sports offered annually for ages five to 12: baseball/softball, soccer, flag football and basketball. Smart start programs are available to ages 3 to 5. There are many other sports and camps offered throughout the year.
  •                    The Teen Center is available for ages 13 to 18 during the school year. Programs offered include Military Youth of the Year, Keystone Club, social recreation, STEM activities, college trips, leadership camps and more.
  •                    Youth programs (SAC, open rec and teen) are affiliated with the Boys and Girls Clubs of America and 4-H.
  •                    Family Child Care homes – there are currently three FCC homes on the installation. They can provide care for ages two weeks to 12 years. FCC providers are trained by Child and Youth Program training and curriculum specialists and have the flexibility to determine their hours of operation and the ages of youth within their care. The program’s new dedicated manager, Jennifer Stegmann, may be reached at 661-275-7529.

Although CDC enrollment capacity is 317, not all slots are currently filled because of a shortage of childcare workers. School Age Center enrollment capacity is 156. After-school care enrollment is 130. Before-school care enrollment is 75. Summer Camp 2022 was at its capacity and enrollment for Summer Camp 2023 opens April 3.