30th Healthcare Operation Squadron Change of Command

U.S. Air Force Col. Joi B. Dozier, 30th Medical Group commander, passes the squadron guidon to U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Christopher J. Smith during the 30th Healthcare Operations Squadron change of command ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., June 27, 2025. The ceremonial exchange marks Smith’s official assumption of command, as he takes responsibility for leading the squadron’s medical operations in support of Team Vandenberg. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olya Houtsma)

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30th Healthcare Operation Squadron Change of Command

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Tonya N. Barry, outgoing commander of the 30th Healthcare Operations Squadron, passes the squadron guidon to U.S. Air Force Col. Joi B. Dozier, 30th Medical Group commander, during a change of command ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., June 27, 2025. The passing of the guidon represents the formal relinquishment of command and trust in the leadership transition process. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olya Houtsma)

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30th Healthcare Operation Squadron Change of Command

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Tonya N. Barry, outgoing commander of the 30th Healthcare Operations Squadron, receives the Meritorious Service Medal during a change of command ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., June 27, 2025. The medal recognized Barry’s exceptional leadership and dedication to advancing medical readiness and healthcare operations in support of Space Launch Delta 30 and its mission partners. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olya Houtsma)

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30th Healthcare Operation Squadron Change of Command

U.S. Space Force Maj. Derick Perry, Space Forces-Space financial management division chief, plays the national anthem on his saxophone during a change of command ceremony on Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., June 27, 2025. The national anthem marked the official start of the ceremony and the transition of leadership from U.S. Air Force Lt. Col Tonya N. Barry to U.S. Air Force Lt. Col Christopher J. Smith. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olya Houtsma)

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30th Healthcare Operation Squadron Change of Command

U.S. Air Force Col. Joi B. Dozier, 30th Medical Group commander, delivers remarks during the 30th Healthcare Operations Squadron change of command ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., June 27, 2025. As the presiding officer, Dozier highlighted the squadron’s critical role in sustaining the health and readiness of Team Vandenberg and welcomed Lt. Col. Christopher J. Smith as the new commander. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olya Houtsma)

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30th Healthcare Operation Squadron Change of Command

Published June 27, 2025
By Airman 1st Class Olya Houtsma

VANDENBERG SPACE FORCE BASE, Calif. --

U.S. Space Force members gathered for a change of command ceremony to witness the formal transfer of leadership and responsibilities from U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Tonya N. Barry, outgoing commander, to U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Christopher J. Smith, incoming commander, at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., June 27, 2025. The 30th Healthcare Operation Squadron Change of Command ceremony marked a time-honored military tradition symbolizing continuity of command and trust. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman First Class Olya Houtsma)