An increasing number of unstable regional events may necessitate the involvement of US combat troops. Sailors and Marines Operating from amphibious ships, may find themselves increasingly involved in these regional struggles and in conflicts with limited objectives. Once marines are sent ashore from amphibious ships, certain of these platform become Casualty Receiving and Treatment Ships. The presence of these platforms to support the fighting forces is essential for the provision of timely medical care and in the sustainment of morale and motivation of the troops. This paper examines the importance of these ships to the operational commander as he plans various missions. It suggests avenues that will allow the commanders to avoid issues which might hamper optimal effectiveness in their utilization. This includes the (1) early access of medical planners to the commander; (2) continued refinement of the medical augmentation planning system; and (3) aggressive inclusion of medical staffs and planners in fleet exercises, and wargames.


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    Title :

    Operational Support: The Vital Need for Casualty Receiving and Treatment Ships


    Contributors:

    Publication date :

    1994


    Size :

    42 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English





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