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Maj. Gen. (Dr.) Robert K. Bogart, Director, Defense Health Network Central, and Commander, Medical Readiness Command Alpha, (right) passes the guidon to Col. Tracy Bozung, 59th Medical Wing commander, at the 59th MDW change of command ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland on July 8, 2026.

July 9, 2026

59th Medical Wing Begins New Chapter Under Col. Tracy K. Bozung

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-Texas — U.S. Air Force Col. (Dr.) Tracy K. Bozung assumed command of the 59th Medical Wing during a change of command ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, July 9, 2026. Presided over by Maj. Gen. (Dr.) Robert K. Bogart, Director of Defense Health Network Central and Commander, Medical Readiness Command Alpha, the ceremony marked the formal transfer of leadership from Brig. Gen. Gwendolyn A. Foster to Bozung. Previously serving as the wing's deputy commander, Bozung now leads the Air Force Medical Service's largest healthcare, medical education and readiness platform, continuing the wing's mission of delivering trusted care, developing ready medics and supporting global operations.

The 59th MDW collaborated with the RTAF to foster strong international relations by providing them with valuable first-hand experience in patient care practices.

Oct. 2, 2023

Royal Thai Air Force nurses team up with 59th MDW for U.S. healthcare collaboration

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO- LACKLAND, Texas — During July and August 2023, the 59th Medical Wing hosted a team of five Royal Thai Air Force nurses from Bhumibol Adulyadej Hospital, Sai Mai District, Bangkok, Thailand, known for delivering primary care services to RTAF personnel and the wider community. The nurses were immersed in the U.S. Air Force’s comprehensive healthcare system, global medical readiness initiatives, research, innovation, and international relations. This unique initiative fostered knowledge exchange between RTAF nurses and their American peers.

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