Antibiotic therapy is still the mainstay of medical care for MRSA, but antibiotic therapy is complicated by MRSA's antibiotic resistance. Consequently, laboratory determination of MRSA antibiotic resistance and susceptibility is important in establishing effective antibiotic treatment.
1 Incentive Special Pay: An Officer of the Medical Corps of the Army who signs an agreement to remain on active duty for not less than one year may receive an annual bonus ranging from $20,000 to $60,000 depending on the specialty qualification and whether they receive Multiyear Special Pay.
The Short Answer. The shortest time on active duty can actually be a minimum of two years, however there is a catch. You actually have an eight year commitment but you can perform this commitment as an active duty member, a Reservist, or and Inactive Reservist.