The Army Medical Department of the U.S. Army, formerly known as the Army Medical Service, encompasses the Army's six medical Special Branches. It was established as the "Army Hospital" in July 1775 to
The AMEDD Regimental Insignia
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68W is the Military Occupational Specialty for the United States Army's Combat Medic. 68Ws are primarily responsible for providing emergency medical treatment at point of wounding on the battlefield,
A U.S. Army 68W "Combat Medic Specialist" (center-left, viewers right) in Afghanistan. Note that the only distinguishing feature is the medical pack on his back.