Wright: Shark of the Week

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Tech. Sgt. Michelle Wright, 45th Medical Operations Squadron Physical Therapy Technician, was selected for Shark of the Week.

Staff Sgt. Jackie Summers, 45th Comptroller Squadron, nominated Wright because she went beyond the call of duty by intervening in situations that some might walk away from.

While leaving a local event, Wright noticed a female Junior ROTC cadet sitting on the ground. Intuitively, Wright asked the cadet a few questions and she realized the cadet was suffering from heat exhaustion and possible dehydration, according to Summers.

Wright then treated her for shock and contacted Emergency Medical Services. Once EMS arrived, there was a quick hand-off and the cadet was evaluated.

On a separate occasion, Wright was on her way home from work when she noticed a man and woman trying to put a motorcycle in the back of their truck. When she asked if they needed help she noticed a man sitting on the street, who had wrecked the motorcycle. She instinctively went to check it out and called for first aid, immediately. With the first aid kit, she cleaned the wound and dressed it for transport.

"These are just a few times that Wright went above and beyond the call of duty," Summers added.

Name: Michelle Wright
Time in service: 17.9 years
Hometown: Fostoria, Ohio
Motto: If you don't stand for something, you will fall for anything
Hobbies/Interests: I enjoy spending as much time with my family as I can. I also love to cook for them, scrapbook when I have a free moment, and give back to my community whenever I see an opportunity.
Why do you serve: I decided to serve for my children. I want them to grow up in a world that they get to enjoy the benefits of freedom. I hope that my service will teach them that there is nothing they can't do.
How do you support the mission: I support 15,000 Airmen, from surgery to chronic-pain patients. My goal is to give the best care possible, tailoring care to each individual while providing support and encouragement as they recover. The Physical Therapy Team prides itself on getting our patients back to work and mission ready in the shortest amount of time.

Contact the 45th Space Wing Public Affairs office to nominate the next Shark of the Week at 321-494-5933 or email 45swpa@us.af.mil.