Continuing Promise 2018
PUERTO BARRIOS, Guatemala (April 17, 2018) Lt. Cmdr. Jason Souza of Bolton, Massachusetts and Lt. Cmdr. Clarence Tang of Edmonton, Canada, draw incision markers on the face of Axel Medina Roca before a surgery to remove a plexiform neurofibroma at the Hospital de Puerto Barrios in Puerto Barrios, Guatemala during Continuing Promise 2018. U.S. Naval Forces Southern Command/U.S. 4th Fleet has deployed a force to execute Continuing Promise to conduct civil-military operations including humanitarian assistance, training engagements, and medical, dental, and veterinary support in an effort to show U.S. support and commitment to Central and South America. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Mike DiMestico / Released)