Medical group completes health services inspection

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  • By Senior Airman Frances Locquiao
  • 23rd Wing Public Affairs
MOODY AIR FORCE BASE, Ga. --  Moody's hospital recently passed its triennial inspection by the Air Force Inspection Agency and Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care, a national health care accrediting agency.

The 23rd Medical Group received an overall high satisfactory rating from the Air Force team and is awaiting the results from AAAHC. The medical group was assessed on medical readiness, compliance with medical standards and providing quality health care to the beneficiary population.

"The men and women of the 23rd MDG did an outstanding job showing the inspectors how well they provide high quality health care while complying with the civilian and AF regulations," said Col. Loraine Anderson, 23rd MDG Commander. "Their performance proves that the health care provided to the Airmen and family members of Team Moody is top-notch."

Approximately 13 inspectors from both agencies conducted the intensive week-long inspection. Air Force Inspection Agency experts, from several functional areas, interviewed 23rd MDG staff members, reviewed comprehensive unit documentation and assigned scores based on their assessments.

"The inspectors looked at the full spectrum of the medical group from family practice and flight medicine operations, to dental services and continuing medical education and training," said Mr. John Lovette, the project officer for the inspection. "Airmen as well as civilians were evaluated based on specific criteria."

There were more than 1,680 specific criteria evaluated by the inspectors, which also included public health services, bioenvironmental engineering, facility management and overall executive leadership.

"It was intense, but the staff members were able to complete the inspection while simultaneously conducting day-to-day operations," said Mr. Lovette. "It just shows their tremendous work ethic and dedication to complete the Air Force mission."

The inspectors not only evaluated compliance with rules and standards, but also provided a learning environment.

"The inspection helps us identify strengths and areas for improvement," said Mr. Lovette. "We can learn from the challenges while addressing issues which can only enhance our service to our patients."

Maj. Jennifer Trinkle, 23rd Medical Operations Squadron, Staff Sgt. Patricia Hill, 23rd Medical Support Squadron, and Tara Vig, Health and Wellness Center, were recognized as the inspection team's "outstanding performers."

"Every single person in the 23rd MDG contributed to the success of the inspection--this was truly a team effort," said Colonel Anderson. "I'm proud to be part of an organization full of highly professional individuals."