U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Timothy Soeken, ophthalmologist, 59th Medical Wing-JBSA-Lackland, performs an eye procedure on a patient during a surgical mission as part of Panamax Alpha Phase II, Santiago de Veraguas, Panama, Aug. 26, 2025, through Sept. 11, 2025. The surgical mission brought together 48 local and U.S. doctors, nurses, and technicians to complete cataract removals, corneal transplants and other complex procedures alleviating an over six-month wait for some. The over 200 surgeries provided not only improved eyesight but symbolized the strength of the U.S.-Panama partnership. (Courtesy Photo)