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File: 970207_aadcu_018.txtMEDICAL LESSONS LEARNED DESERT SHIELD/STORM CATEGORY: Communications ISSUE/ITEM: SUBJECT: Command and Control BACKGROUND: Operation Just Cause had demonstrated a limitation of available communications at both the base and MAJCOM level in San Antonio. Early in Operation Desert Shield, expanded communication lines and data support was installed to support contingency needs and the planned casualty reception mission. DISCUSSION: Capabilities which were expanded/implemented included: two digit direct dial hot lines to connect medical treatment facilities/MAJCOM SGs/SGXs, the ASF, and support functions (to include connectivity at alternate sites); secure datafax; commercial lines; additional STU IIIs; and development of a patient data system supported via T-1 links and lap top computers/modems. The patient database was used to capture patient and family data and linked all functions related to casualty reception, i.e., military ASF/ MTF,NDMS facilities, the VA, American Red Cross, Family Support Center, PA and others. Modem link to all ATC casualty receiving hospitals is planned. (See Atttachments) ACTION RECOMMENDED: (1) Support/fund medical communications projects for this purpose. (2) Explore development of similar database for Air Force use or replication in other MAJCOMs. SUGGESTED OPRs/OCRs: HQ USAF/SGHR/MWHIO/AFOMS SUBMITTER: Terry W. Clarke/Capt/HQ ATC/SGAX [(b)(2)] 2 Atchs 1. Casualty Reception Directory 2. Users Guide
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