Tracy, a veterinarian and epidemiologist, shares her experiences as a Public Health officer in the Air Force and as a civilian specialist at Scott Air Force base in Illinois. From prepping for Operation Enduring Freedom in 2002, to the Covid pandemic in 2020 and 2021, Tracy emphasizes the importance of preparation, education and communication during uncertain times. Tracy also shares her personal experience with being involuntarily separated from the military - honorably - and how she redefined herself and her career out of uniform.