Volume 2, Issue 1 Winter 2010

United States Air Force Biomedical Sciences Corps

BSC BLUF (Bottom Line Up Front)

BSC Facts
2009 BSC
Colonel Selects:
Message From The Chief
David Bobb
Charles Carlton Team BSC ~
Craig Christenson
Happy New Year, I am excited to have the privilege of work-
David Cohen
ing with such a tremendous group of professionals in 2010 and
James Dienst beyond!
Bridget Gregory To begin, I want to congratulate our newest O-6 selects and
Samuel Hall squadron candidate matches. The Air Force has recognized your
Alvis Headen potential and we look forward to your continued leadership and
Steven Hinten excellence. There are also a few recent award winners mentioned
in this edition. As we begin to bolster our BSC newsletter I en-
Douglas Hodge
courage you to submit updates and notes of recognition to the
Bailey Mapp BSC organizational email account listed on the bottom of the
Daniel Reiser second page.
London Richard Secondly, I want to take this opportunity to provide a brief
Eric Shalita synopsis of my vision for the BSC. We are a diverse Corps that Brigadier General Carroll
Mark Smallwood has an impact on operations across the entire Air Force. That
said, we have tremendous opportunities to demonstrate our exper-
Brian Stanton
tise and display our leadership abilities. I encourage you to seek New on the
Jay Stone out these opportunities and look to take on new challenges. As BSC Kx Website:
Robert Wishtischin our Air Force continues to emphasize accountability, I have no
2009 BSC doubt that the BSCs are up to the task.  BSC Template Slides
SQ/CC Matches: I also want to stress how important communication is to every - Up-to-date BSC information

Thomas Bacon BSC—we must keep everyone informed of opportunities and  Special Pays Update
Victor Caravello
career progression. I am relying on every MTF SGB to know and - Recently updated/approved
mentor every BSC in their facility. The Associate Corps Chiefs
Joseph Costantino
are the center for every specialty and should be the ―consummate‖  SGB Criteria
Dana Dane expert for all personnel moves and career progression in their - SBG approval process
Timothy Garten specialty.
Thank you for the hard work you bring to the fight each and https://kx.afms.mil/bsc
William Isler
Dawn Kessler-Walker every day. I look forward to representing the BSC and getting the
opportunity to interact with you as we continue to advance the
David Kuch 2010 BSC Promotion
BSC into the future.
Wendy Larson
Brig Gen Carroll Board Schedule:
Michael Lundy
Col Board 12-21 Jul 10
Brian Moore
Lt Col DOR: IPZ 1 Dec 03 - 31 Mar 05
Lucia More
BPZ 1 Apr 05 - 31 Dec 06
Tracy Neal-Walden 2010 BSC Calendar APZ 30 Nov 03
Tasha Pravecek
Maj / Lt Col Board 8-19 Nov 10
Robert Rottschafer BOMO Intermediate Development
Capt DOR: IPZ 1 Jan 06 - 31 Dec 06
Chu Soh
25 Jan - 12 Feb 10
Executive Skills Team
APZ 31 Dec 05
Jeffrey Stinson
12-30 Apr 10 26 Apr - 1 May 10 17-21 May 10
Kirk Winger Maj DOR: IPZ 1 Jun 05 - 31 May 06
Andrew Woodrow 7-25 Jun 10 16-21 Aug 10 20-24 Sep 10 BPZ 1 Jun 06 - 31 Jan 08

“Diversity United”
 Volume 2, Issue 1 Winter 2010

BSC in the Field

Lieutenant Colonel Wendy Klein, a Bioenvironmental Engineer (43E4A), is
currently stationed at EUCOM, Stuttgart, Germany as Chief of Chemical, Biologi-
cal, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) Planning. In her current position, Lt Col
Klein is the lead medical advisor on theater CBRN capabilities, consequence
management, modernization efforts, crisis action planning, and theater security
cooperation. As a EUCOM IHS staff member, she teams with two EUCOM lead
IHS personnel to develop and implement EUCOM's Health Security Cooperation
strategy and medical synchronization.
Lieutenant Colonel Wendy Klein
Health Security Cooperation (HSC) – Big Picture Strategy
By Lt Col Wendy Klein
I am new to the world of ―International Health Specialists‖, but I have learned quickly how important the concept of cultural sensitivities
and international relations is to a Combatant Command. EUCOM is an AOR that spans across the globe with 52 nations and a myriad of
international and coalition partners.
IHS’ primary role at EUCOM is to shape health security cooperation strategy to drive activities that achieve objectives and effective
outcomes that ―endure the test of time‖ (i.e., host nation capacity-building). Focusing on integrated, proactive efforts helps achieve the
EUCOM objectives.
As a tool of soft power, health security cooperation provides access and influence. As a tool of ―whole of government‖, it serves as both
a door opener and platform for partnership opportunities that build partner capacity in vital areas. EUCOM’s HSC strategy, developed by
our senior IHS colleagues, incorporates seven key ―mandates‖: (1) provide support to EUCOM objectives; (2) build partner capacity
through host nation military-military/military-civilian engagements and support interagency disaster preparedness/response; (3) be based on
a detailed country health capability and needs assessment; (4) support a US interagency ―whole of government‖ and multi-agency/actor
comprehensive approach, and whenever possible, support and synergize with other US, DoD, USAID, and DoS activities, UN Development
Program Millennial Development Goals (http://www.undp.org/mdg/tracking_countryreports2.shtml), WHO Essential Medicines program
(http://www.who.int/selection_medicines/list/en/), and non-governmental organization activities; (5) avoid MEDCAP and direct patient care
activities, but instead utilize the full spectrum of military health engagement options and seek to develop the complete range of health ser-
vice delivery; (6) incorporate, track, and document objective measures of effectiveness; and (7) plan, develop, and execute missions utiliz-
ing established principles of sustainable development, i.e., NATOs’ Rules of Development.
Our senior IHS colleague, Lt Col Mark Hubner, explains it best, ―The goal is to teach a man to fish, rather than just giving him a fish.‖
In other words, base projects on documented health needs and development goals within the host nation; keep it simple (a shiny high-tech
piece of equipment could become a paper weight); focus on long-term sustainability with small overhead and simple maintenance; use local
resources whenever possible; and develop and train human capacity.
Synchronization and synergy are vital. Working groups can serve as useful tools to share lessons learned, discuss engagements, and
create a common operating picture. Our role in IHS, no matter what our background or AFSC, is essential -- keep the flag of sustainable,
capacity-building engagement flying!

Additional information on the IHS program can be obtained from the Knowledge Exchange, https://kx.afms.mil/afihs, or by
emailing the IHS program office, IHS@pentagon.af.mil.
Intermediate Executive Skills (IES) Course:
It is mandatory that all MDG/SGBs and SQ/CCs attend IES, preferably prior to assuming the position or early in their tour. IES is intended for Majors and Lt Cols in
leadership positions. Due to limited seating, priority goes to SGBs and SQ/CCs. If you need to attend, please notify your respective Associate Chief.

Your input is needed: BSCs of Note

In future editions we plan to provide answers to questions that may benefit the entire Travis AFB CGOs, Capt Andrew Puckett
Corps. Additionally, we would like to begin recognizing awards and accomplish- (42F) and Capt Jeremiah Johnson (43H)
ments of the many great officers in the BSC. Please submit your question(s) or for- were competitively selected to fill the
ward your input to: bsc@pentagon.af.mil. only two 60 MDG quotas to the 60 AMW
Junior Officer Development Seminar.
Congratulations!
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Please send questions, comments, updates or recommendations to: bsc@pentagon.af.mil or 703-588-7705 (DSN 425).
 Brigadier General James J. Carroll’s Biography
Brig Gen James Carroll is the Commander, Air Force Medical Support Agency (AFMSA), Arlington, VA.
The agency oversees execution of Air Force Surgeon General policies and programs in support of Air Force
expeditionary capabilities and national security strategy. AFMSA is responsible for assisting the Air Force
Surgeon General on issues related to Air Force Medical Service (AFMS) management activities such as policy
formulation and coordination with Health Affairs and the TRICARE Management Agency. AFMSA provides
expert consultative leadership for the entire medical service supporting the activities of 43,000 personnel serv-
ing 1.8 million beneficiaries through 74 medical treatment facilities worldwide with a $5.8 billion budget. The
agency partners with Office of the Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs, Secretary of the Air Force, Chief of
Staff of the Air Force and the Department of Veterans Affairs, ensuring a cost-effective, modern, and preven-
tion-based health care continuum. General Carroll also serves as the Assistant Surgeon General for Moderni-
zation, where he oversees daily operations of the Modernization Directorate for requirements, aerospace medi-
cine and information management and technology for the AFMS. He defines medical requirements, translates
requirements to medical capabilities and evaluates new or modified medical systems. He manages the acquisi-
tion programs at the Falls Church office and 11 satellite locations, to include three test beds and one technol-
ogy center. The general also oversees clinical research in support of enterprise-wide Graduate Medical Educa-
tion and transformation of medical capabilities to support the warfighter. Finally, General Carroll serves as
Chief, Biomedical Sciences Corps (BSC), providing mentoring and professional advocacy for 2,209 officers in
19 specialties.
General Carroll began his career as an Armament Systems Technician in 1977, working primarily on F-4
and F-16 aircraft. He was commissioned in 1986 as an Aircraft Maintenance/Munitions Maintenance Officer,
holding various squadron and wing level positions in aircraft maintenance, munitions maintenance and weap-
ons safety until his competitive category transfer to Aerospace Physiology (AP) in the BSC in 1993. He has
held several Flight Commander positions in AP, served two tours as an Aerospace Medicine Squadron Com-
mander, a Group Commander at Little Rock AFB, and a Deputy Commander of an Expeditionary Group. He
deployed to various locations in support of Operations DESERT STORM, SOUTHERN WATCH, NORTH-
ERN WATCH, IRAQI FREEDOM, ENDURING FREEDOM and JOINT TASK FORCE HORN OF
AFRICA.
EDUCATION
1982 Bachelor of Arts in Biology, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL
1984 Distinguished Graduate, NCO Leadership School, MacDill AFB, Tampa FL
1992 Distinguished Graduate, Squadron Officer School, Maxwell AFB, AL
1992 Master of Public Administration, Troy State University, Ramstein AB, GE Campus
1997 Air Command and Staff College, Maxwell AFB, AL
2000 Physicians in Management, American College of Physician Executives, Sheppard AFB, TX
2002 Air War College, by Seminar, F.E. Warren AFB, WY
2004 Homeland Security Medical Executive Course, University of South FL
2006 Interagency Institute for Federal Health Care Executives, George Washington Univ, Washington DC
2006 Joint Operations Medical Managers Course, Ft Sam Houston, TX
2006 Air Force Enterprise Leadership Seminar, Univ of North Carolina
2008 Board Certification in Healthcare Admin by American Academy of Medical Administrators

Continued on page 4

Brig Gen Carroll’s “Tips from the Top” for success in the BSC world.
“Find a niche you can exploit and call your own. In order to succeed,
you must find a discriminator that sets you apart from your peers!”

“Diversity United”
 Brigadier General James J. Carroll’s Biography...continued
ASSIGNMENTS/DEPLOYMENTS
1. Mar 1978-Apr 1986, Armament Systems Specialist, 62d Aircraft Generation Sq, MacDill AFB, FL
2. Apr 1986-Sep1988, Aircraft Maintenance/Munitions Officer, 3246 Test Wing, Eglin AFB, FL
3. Sep 1988-Aug 1991, Weapons Safety Officer, 40th Tactical Support Wing, Aviano AB, Italy
4. Aug 1991-May 1993, Weapons Safety Staff Officer, HQ USAFE, Ramstein AB, Germany
5. Aug 1991- Feb 1992, Deployed to Incirlik AB, Turkey in support of Operation DESERT STORM
6. May 1993- June 1996, Flight Commander, Aerospace Physiology, 314th Med Group, Little Rock AFB, AR
7. July 1996-Jun 1997, Student, Air Command and Staff College, Maxwell AFB, AL
8. Jun 1997-Jun 2000, Flight Commander, Aerospace Physiology, 1st Med Group, Langley AFB, VA
9. Aug 1998-Dec 1998, Deployed to Prince Sultan AB in support of Operation SOUTHERN WATCH
10. Jun 2000-Jun 2003, Commander, 90th Aeromedical-Dental Sq, F.E. Warren AFB, WY
11. Oct 2001-Jun 2003, Deputy Commander, 90th Medical Group, F.E. Warren AFB, WY
12. Jun 2003-Jun 2005, Commander, 45th Aeromedical-Dental Squadron, Patrick AFB, FL
13. Jul 2005-Jul 2008, Commander, 314th Medical Group, Little Rock AFB, AR
14. Mar 2007-Aug 2007, Deputy Commander, 379 EMEDS, Al Udeid AB in support of Operations IRAQI
FREEEDOM/ENDURING FREEDOM/Joint Task Force HORN of AFRICA
15. Jul 2008 – Aug 2009, Deputy Assistant Surgeon General, Modernization, Falls Church VA
16. Aug 2009 – present, Commander Air Force Medical Support Agency, Bolling AFB DC
MAJOR AWARDS AND DECORATIONS EFFECTIVE DATES OF PROMOTION
Legion of Merit Airman Basic Dec 14, 1977
Meritorious Service Medal with four oak leaf clusters Sergeant May 1981
Air Medal Staff Sergeant June 1981
Air Force Commendation Medal with two oak leaf clusters Second Lieutenant Apr 2, 1986
Air Force Achievement Medal First Lieutenant Apr 2, 1988
Air Force Good Conduct Medal with one oak leaf cluster Captain Apr 2, 1990
National Defense Service Medal with star Major May 1, 1996
Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal Lieutenant Colonel Oct 1, 2000
Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal Colonel May 1, 2005
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal Brig Gen Frocked Sept 2009
Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal
OTHER ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Distinguished Graduate, Armament Systems Specialist Training, 1978
56 TFW Maintenance Professional of the Year, 1980 and 1984
Distinguished Graduate and Commandant’s Award, NCO Leadership School, 1984
Distinguished Graduate, Officers Training School, 1986
Aviano AB Company Grade Officer of the Year, 1990
USAFE Weapons Safety Officer of the Year, 1990
Distinguished Graduate and Chief of Staff Flight member, Squadron Officer School, 1992
Air Combat Command Aerospace Physiologist of the Year, 1995
USAF Company Grade Aerospace Physiologist of the Year, 1995
AF Space Command Aerospace Physiologist of the Year, 2001
USAF Field Grade Aerospace Physiologist of the Year, 2001
American Red Cross Hero Award for Arkansas, 2006
FLIGHT INFORMATION
Ratings: None
Flight Hours: 726 (82 combat hours and 22 combat support hours)
Aircraft Flown: T-37, T-38, F-16B/D, UH-1N, C-130 E/H/J, C-17A, B-52H

Please send questions, comments, updates or recommendations to: bsc@pentagon.af.mil or 703-588-7705 (DSN 425).