John DeGoes explained

John J. DeGoes
Allegiance:	United States
Branch:	United States Air Force
Serviceyears:	1989–present
Rank:	Lieutenant General
Commands:	Surgeon General of the United States Air Force 59th Medical Wing 99th Medical Group 1st Medical Group 31st Medical Operations Squadron
Battles:	Iraq War
Awards:	Air Force Distinguished Service Medal Defense Superior Service Medal Legion of Merit (3)

John J. DeGoes is a United States Air Force lieutenant general has served as the twenty-fifth surgeon general of the United States Air Force and the surgeon general of the United States Space Force since July 2024. He most recently served as the deputy surgeon general of the United States Air Force.^{[1] [2] [3]} Prior to that, DeGoes served as the commander of the 59th Medical Wing.^{[4] [5]}

In May 2024, DeGoes was nominated for promotion to lieutenant general and assignment as surgeon general of the United States Air Force.^[6]

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Notes and References

1. Web site: MAJOR GENERAL (DR.) JOHN J. DEGOES. www.af.mil.
2. Web site: General Officer Assignments. U.S. DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE.
3. Web site: General Officer Assignments 2021 | Officer Assignments. February 12, 2021.
4. Web site: DeGoes Takes Helm for 59 MDW. Air Education and Training Command.
5. Web site: John Degoes – Recipient -. valor.militarytimes.com.
6. Web site: PN1756 — Maj. Gen. John J. DeGoes — Air Force. U.S. Congress. 2024-05-14 .