The Long View strategy looks at the AFMS from a strategic viewpoint of how many years?

The Long View strategy is designed to assess the Air Force Medical Service (AFMS) from a strategic perspective, focusing on planning and resource allocation for the future. This approach typically looks ahead a decade, specifically ten years and beyond. By adopting this time frame, the strategy allows for comprehensive long-term planning that can accommodate expected changes in healthcare delivery, technology advancements, and evolving mission requirements.

A ten-year perspective is essential for aligning the AFMS with broader defense strategies and ensuring that the service can effectively adapt to emerging health challenges and operational needs. This outlook enables decision-makers to consider not just immediate issues, but also the sustained development and integration of healthcare systems within the military, ensuring readiness for any future circumstances that may arise over a longer duration. Thus, focusing on ten years and beyond allows the AFMS to create a resilient and forward-thinking health service environment.