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Video by Sgt. 1st Class William Prahl

Iowa medic exemplifies medical professionalism at JRTC

734th Regional Support Group

May 30, 2025 | 1:23

Sgt. Makinzee Nichols, a combat medic specialist with the 294th Medical Company Area Support, (MCAS), 109th Medical Battalion, Iowa Army National Guard describes Role 1 medical treatment during Joint Readiness Training Center (JRTC) rotation 25-08 at Fort Johnson, La. on May 30, 2025. Role 1 includes initial trauma care and forward resuscitation, not including surgical care. The 294th MCAS is operating the JRTC Aid Station Rear (JASR) which provides 24/7 care, delivering immediate treatment for illnesses and injuries. The 294th MACA is supported by the 734th Regional Support Group which operates as the Rotational Support Cell, providing administrative, sustainment, and exercise support to JRTC 25-08. (U.S. Army National Guard Video by Sgt. 1st Class William Prahl)