1-6. DIVISION LEVEL (ECHELON II)

a. Division level medical support is designed as a modular medical support system that standardizes medical elements throughout the division. It is tactically mobile and responsive to the needs of the division. Division level medical care is rendered at the divisional and nondivisional clearing station.

b. Here the casualty is examined and his wounds and general status are evaluated to determine his priority for continued evacuation to the rear. Emergency care/resuscitation is continued and, if necessary, initial urgent surgery is performed.

c. Limited dental, laboratory, optometry, preventive medicine, and mental health services are also provided at this echelon, in addition to medical resupply of supported forces. These functions are typically performed by medical companies/troops organic to support battalions or divisions, support battalion of separate infantry brigades (SIB), support squadrons of armored cavalry regiments (ACR), and area support medical battalions. These Echelon II units are employed in the combat zone (brigade, division, and corps support areas) and the COMMZ.