Senior Airman Aaron Appell, 27th Special Operations Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordnance disposal technician, provides security during Medic Rodeo 2024 at Melrose Air Force Range, N.M., Aug. 13, 2024. Medic Rodeo follows the Medic-X strategic initiative, which states that every U.S. Air Force medic, including those not directly involved in patient care, needs to be proficient in 52 skills that ensure the Air Force’s medical force is prepared for the next fight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sarah Gottschling)