Kenyan Woman Working In US Military Celebrates As She Graduates From Army Flight Surgeon Course

• Gladys Kiptoo, a Kenyan woman serving in the US military, is celebrating a milestone after graduating from the Army Flight Surgeon Course
• Kiptoo's accomplishment was marked by her earning the coveted wings of an Army Aviation Medicine Nurse Practitioner
• She shared that the journey to this achievement tested her resilience through the rigorous training of the course

In an inspiring achievement, Gladys Kiptoo, a dedicated Kenyan woman serving in the United States military, has successfully graduated from the prestigious Army Flight Surgeon Course.

Why was the army officer celebrating?

Kiptoo's accomplishment was marked in a ceremony where she proudly received her wings, symbolising her new role as an Army Aviation Medicine Nurse Practitioner.

In a heartfelt message shared on her social media, Kiptoo expressed her joy and gratitude:

"I graduated from Army Flight Surgeon course today and got my wings! I am now an Army Aviation medicine Nurse Practitioner!" she wrote.

"It has been a journey to get here, and my resilience was put to test by some of the training in the course," added the army officer.

She acknowledged the significant support from her leadership and thanked them for trusting her to provide medical care within the aviation community.

"Looking forward to the opportunities and challenges that come with this new role," she added.

Kiptoo grateful for support she received

Kiptoo also conveyed deep appreciation for her family's unwavering support.

"To my family, thanks for all your love and support."

Following the ceremony, Kiptoo received an overwhelming number of congratulatory messages from friends, family, and colleagues.

She later responded:

"Thank you all for your overwhelming congratulatory messages. I feel blessed and honoured and will continue to give my best in whatever life adventure I embark on."

Kiptoo hopes her story will encourage others to step out of their comfort zones and strive to be the best versions of themselves.

Her graduation from the Army Flight Surgeon Course is a personal triumph and a significant milestone, highlighting the potential of international members within the US military.

Kenyan man celebrates joining US Army after failing KDF recruitment

TUKO.co.ke previously reported that a Kenyan man was celebrating a significant milestone after facing multiple rejections from the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) recruitment process.

The man, identified as @h_jay7 on TikTok, is currently serving in the United States Army.

He shared his story on social media, highlighting his journey from disappointment to triumph.

In a video posted on TikTok, @h_jay7 revealed that he had excelled in his Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) exams.

Proofreading by Nyambura Guthua, journalist and copy editor at TUKO.co.ke

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Gladys Kiptoo with colleagues in the United States of America (USA) Army.

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