About this Unit
The 181st Medical Squadron is a unit of the Indiana Air National Guard, aligned under the 181st Intelligence Wing at Hulman Field Air National Guard Base in Terre Haute, Indiana. Established to provide comprehensive medical support, the squadron has played a crucial role in maintaining the health and readiness of Airmen through routine care, emergency response, and deployment processing. Over the years, its personnel have supported both stateside and overseas operations, participating in humanitarian missions, disaster relief, and military exercises. The 181st Medical Squadron continues to uphold a tradition of excellence, ensuring medical readiness and resilience for its wing and community.
Historical Facts
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Origins: The 181st Medical Squadron is part of the 181st Intelligence Wing, Indiana Air National Guard, based at Hulman Field Air National Guard Base in Terre Haute, Indiana.
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Establishment: The unit was established in 2007 as part of the realignment following the Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) process, which transformed the former 181st Fighter Wing into an intelligence and medical support mission.
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Role: The squadron provides expeditionary medical support, including preventive medicine, treatment, and emergency care for deployed personnel, both domestically and overseas.
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Disaster Response: The 181st Medical Squadron has participated in disaster relief operations within Indiana and nationally, supporting communities during natural disasters and pandemics.
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Global Deployments: Members have deployed to support operations in the Middle East, including Iraq and Afghanistan, providing critical medical care in combat and austere environments.
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Training Excellence: The squadron regularly conducts joint training exercises with other Air National Guard and active-duty medical units to maintain readiness for rapid deployment.
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COVID-19 Response: In 2020, the 181st Medical Squadron was mobilized to assist with COVID-19 testing and vaccination missions across Indiana, helping to protect and serve the local population.
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Community Outreach: The unit frequently participates in public health initiatives, including free medical screenings and education programs for underserved communities.
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Decorations: The squadron and its members have received numerous awards for outstanding service, including Air Force Outstanding Unit Awards and individual commendations for meritorious achievement.
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Motto and Values: The 181st Medical Squadron upholds the Air Force core values: Integrity First, Service Before Self, and Excellence in All We Do, instilling these principles in every mission and operation.
