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The Army Reservist element of 16 Medical Regiment. 144 (PARA) Med Sqn have detachments in: London, Glasgow, Nottingham and Cardiff.

05/11/2026

Candidates have now completed 3 of the 4 weekends designed to test their physical and mental resilience while preparing them for the rigours of P Company.

Training has included the Log Race, 2-Mile Run, Hill Sprints and 9-Mile Tab, each designed to challenge candidates’ endurance, determination and ability to perform under pressure.

These weekends provide a demanding introduction to the standards expected at P Company, developing the fitness, resilience and mental toughness required to succeed.

One weekend remaining.

27/10/2026

144 on Exercise RHINO TITAN 🇬🇧🇫🇷🪂
From the air to the operating table.
Taking part in Exercise RHINO TITAN — the biggest airborne exercise since the Second World War — demonstrating the ability to project combat medical capability at pace, wherever it is needed.
Working seamlessly alongside our French NATO medical colleagues, deploying a field surgical team and its equipment by air to deliver forward surgical capability in an austere environment.
Airborne forces are about more than getting boots on the ground. They are about bringing the people, skills and equipment needed to sustain the fight.

Right place. Right time. Right capability.

Airborne NATO Interoperability

20/10/2026

Opportunity to grow within 144 Para Medical Squadron.

A member of the Squadron has recently passed the Reserve All Arms Physical Training Instructor (PTI) Course, a two-week course designed to train and assess service personnel in delivering physical training within their units.

The course covers a range of subjects, including physical training policy, anatomy and physiology, and adapting training methods to meet the needs of different units and individuals.

This qualification provides another opportunity for personnel to develop their skills, share knowledge and contribute to maintaining the Squadron’s physical readiness and operational effectiveness.

If this is something you would want to do on the side of your trade training, DM us

24/09/2026

EX FALCON’S LEAP | 82nd Anniversary of the Battle of Arnhem

A representative from 144 Parachute Medical Squadron recently deployed as part of a wider team from 16 Medical Regiment for Exercise Falcon’s Leap — an international airborne interoperability exercise held alongside events commemorating the 82nd Anniversary of the Battle of Arnhem.

Highlights from the week included:

• Jumping alongside airborne forces from NATO partner nations
• Earning Polish, German and US parachute wings
• Participating in a mass descent onto Ginkel Heath DZ
• Engaging with the local Dutch community and families of Arnhem veterans
• Building relationships with airborne forces from partner nations
• Visiting museums and historic landmarks across Arnhem
• Attending the Memorial Service at Oosterbeek War Cemetery

The exercise provided an opportunity to strengthen international airborne interoperability while remembering those who fought and fell during Operation Market Garden.

25/03/2026

Urban Warfare Weekend

The squadron deployed to Salisbury Plain for an intense urban field exercise, pushing soldiers through a series of challenging and realistic scenarios. With EMUOTC attached—bringing around 15 personnel to play enemy forces—the weekend delivered a dynamic and immersive training environment.

This was a great opportunity for everyone to strip it back to the fundamentals, sharpen core soldiering skills, and build confidence operating in complex urban terrain. From section-level drills to decision-making under pressure.

04/02/2026

What can 144 (Parachute) Medical Squadron offer you?

In January, the Squadron trained alongside the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, honing medical skills, teamwork, and decision-making under pressure during a simulated gas explosion.

Managing major incidents isn’t just a crucial skill for our reservist medics, but the skills learnt are transferable to all aspects of life - no matter what your civilian career demands!

Every training weekend with the Army Reserves offers a unique experience to sharpen your skills, boost your deployability and take on something new - one weekend at a time.

Keep an eye out over the coming months to see what else the Squadron can offer you!

17/12/2025

Our Cardiff Detachment is home to a committed group of Reservists who train at the Army Reserve Barracks located just on the outskirts of Cardiff. Members come from across Wales, Bristol, Gloucestershire bringing together a wide mix of skills, backgrounds and experience. The unit has personnel from a range of civilian backgrounds that are all committed to providing excellence in medical support to air manoeuvre.

Similarly to the other detachments we meet for training four evenings each month (one of these sessions held virtually). During these training nights which are around two hours in length we cover a variety of topics ranging from medical lessons/ scenarios, field craft lessons and weapons handling.

If you are interested in joining Cardiff detachment in 2026 and are a keen and motivated individual, do not hesitate to DM us.

08/12/2025

Our Nottingham Detachment is home to a committed group of Reservists who train at the Army Reserve Barracks located at the Nottingham Universities Jubilee Campus. Members come from across Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire and Lincolnshire, bringing together a wide mix of skills, backgrounds and experience. Notably the unit recruits a lot of emergency service personnel across the county ranging from paramedics, doctors, nurses and firefighters. We have members of the squadron travelling as far as Sheffield and Manchester.

Similarly to the other detachments we meet for training four evenings each month (one of these sessions held virtually). During these training nights which are around two hours in length we cover a variety of topics ranging from medical lessons/ scenarios, field craft lessons and weapons handling.

If you are interested in joining Nottingham detachment in 2026 and are a keen and motivated individual, do not hesitate to DM us.

07/12/2025

144 (Parachute) Medical Squadron roles: Medical Support Officer

Major March – Officer Commanding 144 (Parachute) Medical Squadron
Alongside my role as a General Manager in an Acute NHS Hospital Trust, I am an Army Reservist, leading one of the Army’s elite airborne medical sub-units. As OC, I’m responsible for:

• Leadership & Welfare – Inspiring and supporting soldiers to deliver world-class medical care in demanding environments.
• Airborne Readiness – Ensuring the squadron is trained, equipped, and prepared for deployment alongside airborne forces.
• Strategic Direction & Operational Planning – Setting priorities, managing resources, and co-ordinating medical support for missions from humanitarian aid to high-intensity operations.
• Unit Cohesion & Representation – Building resilience, fostering esprit de corps, and representing the squadron at every level.

As a Medical Support Officer, I lead and co-ordinate medical teams to ensure effective healthcare delivery in both training and operational environments. My role bridges clinical expertise with operational command—planning medical support, overseeing casualty evacuation, and mentoring personnel to ensure soldiers receive timely, high-quality care wherever they serve.

My Army career has offered me experiences that few civilian roles could offer, all over the world; deploying to South Sudan, training in Kenya, Germany, Gibraltar, Belgium and even parachuting with the US Army in Italy. The Army Reserve offers the best of both worlds – paid training, travel, sport, and the opportunities to gain recognised civilian qualifications, while balancing a civilian career and family life. Many employers, including mine (Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust), recognise the leadership skills reservists bring back to their organisations.

144 (Parachute) Medical Squadron is a team of engaged, active, and aspirational individuals striving together for a common goal. If this sounds like something you’d like to be part of, reach out to us to learn more.

Keep an eye out on our page as we deep-dive into some individual experiences within the Squadron.

03/12/2025

144 (Parachute) Medical Squadron is the Reserve Squadron of 16 Medical Regiment — and over the next few weeks we’re showcasing where we’re based and how you can get involved!

Our London Detachment is home to Squadron HQ and around 80 dedicated members, all in a prime spot near Alexandra Palace in Hornsey. Troops travel in from across London, Cambridge, Essex and Kent to make the most of what we offer.

With four training nights a month (including one virtual), there are plenty of opportunities to meet, train, stay fit and sharpen your medical skills in preparation for our busy weekends and annual camps.

Driven by the airborne ethos, everyone in 144 is encouraged to push themselves, stay motivated and get stuck in. With the Army Reserve, you get out what you put in — and there’s no better time to start than now.

Ready to kick off 2026 with a new adventure? Get in touch TODAY.

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