Military doctors are overseen by various levels of command within the military health system, typically including the Surgeon General of the respective branch (Army, Navy, Air Force, etc.), who is responsible for the overall health services within that branch. Additionally, military medical personnel may operate under the command of local commanders in their assigned units, ensuring that medical practices align with military operations and standards. Their oversight also includes compliance with military regulations and protocols.
That would be the President of the United States.
Armed Services Committee
The Legislative Branch.
JCAHO. (The Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations)
There are many things that military medicine doctors did. They performed a great many surgeries and hard amputations for example.
Committee on Foreign Affairs
Doctors in the military are issued defensive arms--they usually get the M9 pistol. They can't have a weapon to use offensively, like a rifle.The only people in the military who are issued no arms at all are chaplains.
Yes, doctors can be drafted into military service during times of war to provide medical care to soldiers and civilians.
Yes, military doctors can be sued, but the process is different than suing civilian doctors. The doctrine of "Feres v. United States" prohibits active-duty military personnel from bringing medical malpractice claims against the federal government. However, there are some exceptions to this rule, such as cases involving civilian employees of the military or medical treatment provided to dependents of military personnel.
Committee on Armed Services
Army doctors are not necessarily veterans, as being a veteran refers to someone who has served in the military and completed their military service. However, some army doctors may be veterans if they have served in the military in addition to their medical training and practice.
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