Optometry Airmen care for Team Minot in the blink of an eye

Airman 1st Class Jennifer Vannostrand, 5th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron optometry technician, receives a fluorescein evaluation at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, June 28, 2024. Fluorescein is used to assist in the detection of debris and corneal abrasions and the blue light helps identify and highlight any tears in the tissue. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alyssa Bankston)

Senior Airman Jaylin Thomas, 5th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron optometry technician, conducts an eye exam for an Airman at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, June 28, 2024. In order to keep Airmen mission-ready, optometry Airmen work to provide them with the best possible vision care. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alyssa Bankston)

Optometry Airmen care for Team Minot in the blink of an eye

Different styles of glasses line the walls at the Optometry Clinic at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, June 28, 2024. Optometry specialists are qualified to diagnose and treat a range of eye conditions in addition to prescribing and fitting lenses that will enhance a patient's vision. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alyssa Bankston)

Optometry Airmen care for Team Minot in the blink of an eye

Senior Airman Jaylin Thomas, 5th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron optometry technician, takes a picture of a patient’s eye during an exam at the Optometry Clinic at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, June 28, 2024. Optometry specialists are trained to prescribe and fit lenses that will improve a patient’s vision as well as treat various eye diseases and disorders. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alyssa Bankston)

Optometry Airmen care for Team Minot in the blink of an eye

Senior Airman Jaylin Thomas, 5th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron optometry technician, conducts an eye exam for an Airman at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, June 28, 2024. Several tests are performed during an eye exam to assess the patient’s vision. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alyssa Bankston)

Optometry Airmen care for Team Minot in the blink of an eye

Senior Airman Jaylin Thomas, 5th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron optometry technician, conducts an eye exam for an Airman at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, June 28, 2024. Several tests are performed during an eye exam to assess the patient’s vision. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alyssa Bankston)

Optometry Airmen care for Team Minot in the blink of an eye

Published July 9, 2024
5th Bomb Wing Public Affairs

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