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History of USAF Clinic Kingsley

The USAF Clinic Kingsley is a medical unit stationed at Kingsley Field Air National Guard Base in Klamath Falls, Oregon. Its primary mission is to provide comprehensive healthcare and medical readiness support to the personnel of the 173rd Fighter Wing and their families. Established alongside the growth of Kingsley Field's role as a premier F-15 training installation, the clinic has adapted to evolving medical standards and operational requirements over the years. Through routine care, emergency response, and deployment medical processing, the USAF Clinic Kingsley ensures that airmen remain healthy and ready to fulfill their state and federal missions.

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ABOUT USAF Clinic Kingsley

  • Origins: The USAF Clinic Kingsley was established to support the medical needs of personnel at Kingsley Field, an installation with a rich history dating back to World War II.
  • Location: The clinic is located at Kingsley Field Air National Guard Base in Klamath Falls, Oregon, serving both military and local community members.
  • F-15 Support: The clinic provides medical care for personnel supporting the 173rd Fighter Wing, which operates the F-15 Eagle as a primary training platform for Air Force pilots.
  • Humanitarian Missions: Staff from the Kingsley Clinic have participated in humanitarian and disaster response missions, providing care both locally and abroad.
  • COVID-19 Response: During the COVID-19 pandemic, the clinic played an essential role in protecting the force through testing, vaccinations, and education.
  • Flight Medicine: The clinic specializes in aerospace medicine, ensuring pilots and aircrew are physically fit for flight operations.
  • Community Engagement: USAF Clinic Kingsley often participates in health fairs and community outreach events, strengthening ties with Klamath Falls residents.
  • Training Excellence: Kingsley Field is known as the "Home of the F-15C Eagle," and the clinic's medical staff are experts in managing flight-related health issues and emergencies.
  • Accreditation: The clinic maintains high standards of care and has achieved accreditation from military and civilian health organizations.
  • Women in Service: The clinic has a proud record of supporting and employing women in various medical and leadership roles, reflecting the evolving diversity of the U.S. Air Force.

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