Navy Cmdr. Robert Barthel leads a seminar about common sicknesses around the world during a Balikatan 2014 Medical Symposium in Legazpi City, Albay Province, Philippines, May 5. "The symposium is all about building relationship," said Barthel. "It allows us to connect face-to-face and share information." Speakers at the symposium spoke on topics such as common sicknesses in the region to raise the level of awareness, understanding, and methods for mitigation and prevention of the new and emerging threats. The symposium was part of Exercise Balikatan, an annual bilateral training exercise
Navy Cmdr. Robert Barthel leads a seminar about common sicknesses around the world during a Balikatan 2014 Medical Symposium in Legazpi City, Albay Province, Philippines, May 5. "The symposium is all about building relationship," said Barthel. "It allows us to connect face-to-face and share information." Speakers at the symposium spoke on topics such as common sicknesses in the region to raise the level of awareness, understanding, and methods for mitigation and prevention of the new and emerging threats. The symposium was part of Exercise Balikatan, an annual bilateral training exercise and humanitarian assistance engagement between members of the Philippine and armed forces that focuses on strenghtening the bond between the long standing allies. Barthel is an infectious disease physician with the Naval Medical Center in San Diego. (Photo by Marine Cpl. Kevin Crist) Medical experts share knowledge at Legazpi City symposium 140505-M-YP696-053
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