The 61 Medical Squadron AFSPC (61 MDS) is a specialized unit within the United States Air Force (USAF). Specifically, it falls under the Air Force Space Command (AFSPC), which oversees the USAF’s space and missile operations. The primary role of the 61 MDS is to provide medical support to AFSPC personnel and their families, ensuring their health and well-being. This includes basic care, emergency response, preventative medicine, mental health services, and more. The squadron operates from its base at Peterson Air Force Base in Colorado Springs, Colorado, where it contributes to the overall readiness of the USAF’s space operations.