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MEMORANDUM FROM AEROSPACE MEDICAL SERVICE
CAREER FIELD MANAGER

MEMORAN'80 FOR ALL USAF 4N0X1C INDEPENDENT DUTY MEDICAL
TECHNICIANS ,'07V
FROM: AEROSPACE MEDICAL SERVICE CAREER FIELD MANAGER
SUBJECT: USAF INDEPENDENT DUTY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN PROTOCOLS
The 3 XSGDWHG edition of the IDMT Medical and Dental Treatment Protocols is attached and
replaces the 2 2 edition dated Oct 2020. The revised protocols are to be used by all IDMTs
deployed, assigned or attached to Squadron Medical Elements (SMEs), Geographically
Separated Units (GSUs), or when performing IDMT duties.
The source document for these treatment protocols is the 4N0X1X Aerospace Medical Service
Career Field Education and Training Plan dated 24 July 2020. Additional source documents and
supporting references include WKH Bates Guide to Physical Exams and History Taking, Current
Medical Diagnosis and Treatment, Hole’s Guide to Anatomy and Physiology, and 7KH Merck
Manual. All practices listed were peer reviewed by clinical specialists in medicine, optometry
and dentistry.
These updated IDMT Medical and Dental Treatment Protocols represent the continXRXV
evolution and update of tools and resources for our IDMTs. The intent of these protocols are to
enhance IDMT performance, build skills and ultimately provide the best possible care to those we
serve and treat, regardless of clinical setting or location. My sincere thanks go out to the team
that worked on the content and format of these protocols 7heir efforts reflect the collective
commitment of all Air Force Medical Service professionals to our task and purpose.
Implementation is effective immediately. Any deviations from the protocols must be coordinated
through the appropriate MAJCOM SG or designated representative IAW AFI 44-103, The Air
Force Independent Duty Medical Technician Program, August 201 . Questions concerning
medical procedures or practical application of theVH protocols should be directed to the
appropriately assigned IDMT preceptor Requests for changes and updates to the protocols
should be directed to the ,'07 &RXUVH 0HGLFDO 'LUHFWRU DW '61 RU FRPPHUFLDO

TALIAH M. WILKERSON, CMSgt, USAF
4N Career Field Manager
Office of the Air Force Surgeon General

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