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Lt Col Ivan Edwards, the first known U.S. Air Force Flight Surgeon of Ugandan descent, has been selected for promotion to full Colonel in the United States Air Force Reserve, a milestone reached by only 1–3% of officers (in the U.S. military).

Ugandan‑Born U.S. Air Force Flight Surgeon Selected for Promotion to Colonel - Watchdog Uganda

WASHINGTON D.C. – Dr. Ivan Edwards, a Ugandan-born American physician and ordained minister, has been selected for promotion to Colonel in the U.S. Air Force Reserve. The announcement, made on February 15, 2026, represents a significant achievement, reached by only 1-3% of officers across the U.S. Military.

Ugandan-Born Air Force Doctor Promoted to Colonel: A Historic Milestone - News Directory 3

News in brief

Poetry collection by DO explores healing, resilience

Lt. Col. Ivan Edwards, DO, Air Force Reserve flight surgeon, has released “Resonance of the Soul: Flowers and Harmonics,” a poetry collection that gives voice to healing and human stories.

Poetry collection by DO explores healing, resilience - The DO

True Health Begins With The Mind - TopDoctor Magazine

SA Monthly Magazine SUMMER 2024 Issue! by SA Monthly Magazine - Issuu

Dr. Ivan Edwards has been featured in both U.S. and international media for his work in medicine, ministry, and advocacy. Below are selected articles and interviews that reflect his mission to heal, uplift, and transform.

Uganda Poetry Society Charts Bold New Path - Watchdog Uganda (mentioned as part of UPS growth. The Dr. Ivan Edwards Poetry Award)

(https://www.watchdoguganda.com/special-report/20260110/187580/uganda-poetry-society-charts-bold-new-path.html)

Uganda Poetry Society Breaks Barriers With Free Entry Poetry Award | Eyewitness

(https://eyewitness-ug.com/uganda-poetry-society-breaks-barriers-with-free-entry-poetry-award/)

Opinion: Uganda Poetry Society Ushers in a New Era of Literary Pride - Sabasaba Updates

(https://www.sabasabaupdates.com/2025/12/23/opinion-uganda-poetry-society-ushers-in-a-new-era-of-literary-pride/)

Kampala-Born Doctor and U.S. Air Force Flight Surgeon Publishes Acclaimed Poetry Collection - KMA UPDATES

(https://kmaupdates.com/2025/08/18/kampala-born-doctor-and-u-s-air-force-flight-surgeon-publishes-acclaimed-poetry-collection/)

Voices of Unity: Uganda’s New Poetry Prize - KMA UPDATES

(https://kmaupdates.com/2025/12/08/voices-of-unity-ugandas-new-poetry-prize/)

Opinion: Uganda Poetry Society Expands Poetry Award to $1,200, Urges Ugandans to “Pour Out Their Brilliance” - KMA UPDATES

(https://kmaupdates.com/2025/12/23/opinionuganda-poetry-society-expands-poetry-award-to-1200-urges-ugandans-to-pour-out-their-brilliance/)