James J Burks

The Air Force Medical Service (AFMS) currently runs three in-theater hospitals for severely injured or wounded personnel. Part of the practioners' preparation was treating DoD beneficiaries for a broad range of injuries and illnesses. Opportunities for this preparation are not as numerous in house as they once were, and AFMS does not always get proper credit for those gained elsewhere. Proper credit for that work is important for funding.

Discusses the tendencies of Air Force physicians and dentists to accept Multiyear Special Pay (MSP). Eligible dentists have often accepted MSP although a majority of eligible physicians have not. Increasing MSP levels appears to increase the percentage of physicians who choose to accept MSP rather than leaving Air Force service.