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Show 8 HILLTOP TIMES TIMES Dec. 27, 2012 TFI and obstacles in receiving military benefits. On the other hand, he will be buying time on Knudson's life. Patients who undergo transplant surgery can live ten to 15 years longer than those remaining on dialysis. "This isn't about me," Long said. "There are thousands of people who have a critical need for organ donation." Long stressed that his leadership supports his decision fully. "They've given me nothing but solid encouragement," he said. Because the 419th FW is a classic associate From page 7 they didn't believe they could ever find a better match for him. Both Long and Knudson were overjoyed. "It's a no brainer," Long said. "He's a friend in need. I'm extending his life, and I only need one to lead a normal life. It's a win-win." Long's generosity is even more courageous than it sounds. Not only will he lose a kidney, but if he incurs complications from the surgery he could face medical retirement BITE From page 7 down at the veterinarian clinic. His handler, Staff Sgt. Eric Magnuson had carried him in to the Dental Clinic where Swartz and technician Raquel Harris then administered an anesthetic agent via his IV, and maintained him on gas anesthesia. "We are doing everything we can (to save the tooth)," said Swartz. "Ultimately he may end up losing it later in life but we're doing everything we can to save the tooth so he can do his job. He's quite young; he's not even three yet." Dr. Schubert has had an interest in animal dentistry student ever since his first year in dental school when he heard a presentation on the subject by a guest lecturer who had performed dentistry on Siegfried and Roy's tigers. "This is my first time working on a canine," explained Dr. Schubert before the procedure. "I am very interested in veterinary dentistry and in being involved in it whenever we have an opportunity." He happened to be the lucky person in the room when Dr. Swartz first approached the 75th Dental Squadron about the possibility of such a procedure for MWD HHouston. In anticipating the procedure, Dr. Schubert explained, "Logistically, it is somewhat difficult -- getting the vet involved, getting the working dog into the clinic, getting the dog anesthetized and induced, and then in terms of our job, (our) working on a military working dog — they have longer teeth, their anatomy is a little bit different and they're going to be positioned in the chair differently. This creates a situation where something as easy as a simple radiograph (X-rays), be- Reserve unit tied to the 388th FW, Long and Knudson have worked closely on how best to capitalize on their shared equipment and facilities. Under Total Force Integration, active duty, Guard and Reserve components combine resources around a common mission to achieve maximum capability. They both feel they've made progress, but the irony hasn't escaped them. to "We're taking a different level," Long joked. "We're talking total organ integration." "Think about it," Knudson said. "We're both Academy grads, F-16 pilots, wing commanders. We both work 11e1." He added, "I have hair; he doesn't. That's the difference, I guess." With medication and his restricted diet, Knudson has stabilized his kidneys just above the cutoff line for surgery. This means the transplant likely won't happen until next year. " Hill AFB Job Openings Site Internal civilian announcements are posted on the USAJOBS web site. Announcements for bargaining unit positions are posted any week day. The website is www.usajobs.gov . On the home page type "HILL" in the box titled "What". In the box titled "Where" type "UT" and hit the Search Jobs button. To view all vacancies that are currently open, under "Refine Your Results", top left hand section, select the "Jobs for Federal Employees" bubble. West Point comes more challenging." The dental chair awaiting HHouston, one of the dental chairs in which humans lie prone, was covered in plastic, then with blankets, a special canine stretcher with a heating pad sandwiched in between. "When they're sedated their body temperature drops," said Lisa Howells, dental assistant. "So that's why they have this (hot water blanket) to keep the body temp up." Assisting the dentist would be Howells and Tiffiny George. The room was to be even more crowded with the anticipated arrival of the veterinarian, her assistant, the MWD handler, a K9 candidate Staff Sgt. Matthew Lamarand and of course MWD HHouston. Dr. Schubert explained some of the tools used would be larger than those used on people. He pointed to the files — or drill bits — used to take out the pulp, nerve and blood vessel of the tooth. He explained the range of sizes available were roughly twice the diameter and length normally used. They would also have to make use of a portable X-ray machine, the "Nomad," because of the unique position of the working dog in the chair. Obtaining the X-rays was crucial so that they could verify the canal was adequately filled, therefore ensuring the longevity of the tooth. "Anything you can do in humans, you can do in dogs," said Lt. Col. Eric Baugh, 75th Dental Squadron cornmander, as he consulted with Dr. Schubert before the procedure. He explained that he had seen similar procedures performed on dogs' teeth. Dr. Schubert said it was invaluable to have the commander's knowledge at-hand for this procedure. Reports were after the procedure that the root canal treatment was a great success. HHouston was reported to be on the road to recovery. EYE CENTER See what you've been missing 801-825-WP EC (9732) Can you brag about your eye doctors? 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