Charlie Cobras Medical Company

In honor of the Army’s 250th birthday, here’s to the Soldiers — past, present, and future — who make the Army what it is: strong, resilient, and always ready. We want to share a snapshot of our soldiers, past and present who have passed down knowledge and skills to ensure the Cobras are always fit to fight. We thank the many who have passed through our organization and we look forward to what the future has to offer!

Cobras!

JUNE 6 2025

Cobra 6 signing off. Cobra 6 signing on the net.

After 18 months of dedicated service, CPT Cipriano relinquishes command of Charlie Med. Under his leadership, our team has faced challenges head-on, maintained mission readiness, and upheld the highest standards of professionalism and care. He leaves behind a legacy of mentorship, excellence, and unwavering commitment to the soldiers and mission.

As we say goodbye to CPT Cipriano, we also extend a warm welcome to MJ Jones, who now assumes command of this outstanding team. As a Research Psychiatrist, she brings a wealth of experience, energy, and vision, and we are excited for the opportunities and continued success that lie ahead under her guidance.

Cobras!

Cobra Nation! 🐍

We want to put SSG Coleman in the spot light! She was recognized for her hard work and expertise by LTC Msonda and the 3/1 AD medical leadership.

SSG Coleman is the NCOIC for the BMSO (Brigade Medical Supply Office). She has dedicated her time and effort to ensure smooth operations so that the 7 Battalions in the 3rd Brigade, 1 Armored Division can easily and efficiently get their Class IV resupply.

SSG Coleman is an invaluable member of the BDE and continues to successfully to oversee the medical supply and equipment for the BDE.

COBRAS!

Cobra Nation! 🐍

This morning the Charlie Cobras Medical Company conducted Spiritual PT with Chaplain (CPT) Ehiouza. Everyone challenged themselves and continue to set the standard. Today the company will learn about spiritual health reinforcement, not only for their professional lives, but their personal lives as well.

Please welcome our newest Cobra, 1SG Gonzales!🐍

Blood - We know it’s critical, so we must adapt

This article published in Task & Purpose by a who’s who in military medicine makes a compelling case for fielding dried plasma to our military forces.

Here are top line points from the article:

🩸 Hemorrhage is a leading cause of death on the battlefield.

🩸Most hemorrhage deaths occur before the casualty reaches a MTF.

🩸Forward-staged blood products, if available at all, exist in limited quantities, and present logistical challenges.

🩸Dried plasma confers logistical advantages (long shelf life, portability, and temperature stability) over other blood products.

🩸 Dried Plasma (freeze-dried or spray-dried) can temporarily stabilize casualties who require blood transfusion.

🩸FDA approval of Dried Plasma has been pending since 2008.

🩸WWII and Korean War casualties benefitted from Dried Plasma.

🩸Plasma use was stopped due to concerns about hepatitis, yet today’s risk of hepatitis from plasma transfusion is less than 1 in 100,000 units.

🩸 France, Israel, Germany, and South Africa use freeze-dried plasma routinely.

🩸 A study demonstrated that plasma transfused shortly after injury en route to the hospital resulted in a 30% reduction in death compared to no plasma, particularly with long transport time.

🩸Blood demand exceeds whole blood supply. It is expected that 20% of WIA will require blood product therapy (1600 units/day in LSCO).

🩸Walking Blood Banks are a good contingency plan but there are risks in LSCO that: 1) the environment might be too kinetic to execute the WBB safely; 2) casualty numbers may exceed the blood available from WBBs; and 3) obtaining blood regularly from l warfighters may reduce combat end-strength due to decreased function among donors.

🩸Whole blood is temperature sensitive and has a short shelf life.

To save lives on future battlefields, the DoD must continue to push for Dried Plasma fielding and continue to fund high quality research studies to compare transfusion strategy outcomes.

On day one of LSCO, to be truly ready to manage the large volume of anticipated casualties – the US military should have tens of thousands of Dried Plasma units in its armamentarium to save lives on the battlefield.

Article 🔗 https://taskandpurpose.com/opinion/dried-plasma/

Journal of Special Operations Medicine NATO Centre of Excellence for Military Medicine U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence

Congratulations to the Black Knights! Go Army! Beat Navy!

Cobra Nation! 🐍 Your Cobras got some Tacti-Cool training today with the help of our local Special Operations Forces (SOF) community! We had the opportunity to train Close Quarters Battle drills and had a blast! 💥

123rd Brigade Support BattalionBulldog 6 Fort Bliss MWRFort Bliss Simulations Center

Cobra Nation! 🐍 Your Cobras conducted low-light/Low-vis training this week. Crews worked as a team to assemble and set up our tents that support our medical operations in the field under these conditions! They flawlessly executed! Great work Cobras!

123rd Brigade Support Battalion Bulldog 6