Dr. Jordyn Tumas and her team earned first place in the laboratory fellows and staff category for their research focused on prognostic biomarker validation in high-grade serous carcinoma with ovarian tumor tissue analysis, presented during Walter Reed's Department of Research Program's Research and Innovation Month symposium competition held on May 6. She then presented the work during the Navy-wide competition on May 17, claiming first place in the Approved Basic Science conducted under the jurisdiction of the CID Staff category.

June 7, 2024

Walter Reed physicians earn research awards

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Bethesda, Md. — Capping off 2024 Research and Innovation Month, Walter Reed’s Department of Research Programs (DRP) recognized award winners for its poster and symposium competitions during a ceremony on May 22. Winners in some of the categories advanced to compete in the 39th Annual Navy-wide Academic Research Competition, held virtually May 17. Walter Reed participants walked away with awards in that competition as well.

Uniformed service member sits and looks down; uniformed chaplain wearing glasses sits across from her.

June 7, 2024

Clinical Practice Guideline Updated for Service Members and Veterans at Risk for Suicide

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — The suicide risk clinical practice guideline from the Department of Defense and Department of Veterans Affairs has been updated with new evidence-based information for providers and patients.

CRDAMC PAO

June 7, 2024

CRDAMC IPAP students complete 100th plus iteration of the course

FORT CAVAZOS, Texas – The Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center held its graduation for its Interservice Physician Assistant Program and promoted two officer candidates to second lieutenant 7 June. Renowned for its rigorous and highly respected physician assistant program that started in the 1980s, each year, a select group of students, enters the walls of CRDAMC with dreams of becoming exceptional physician assistants, for the 13-month second phase of a 29-month program that begins at Joint Base San Antonio.

United States Navy Captain Anja Dabelić makes history at Naval Medical Center Camp Lejeune as the first woman to lead the Medical Center since its establishment as a haven for care some 80 years ago. Dabelić assumed directorship of the facility and command of Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command (NMRTC) Camp Lejeune on May 21, 2024.

June 10, 2024

Making history and honoring heritage – New medical center commander/director hopes to inspire

CAMP LEJEUNE, North Carolina — CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. – United States Navy Captain Anja Dabelić assumed directorship of the facility and command of Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command (NMRTC) Camp Lejeune on May 21, 2024.

Over exposure to ultraviolet rays penetrate the skin causing manipulation of skin cells which could lead to skin cancer. Sunburns can not only happen on in the summer but winter as well with reflection from the snow, wear sunscreen to mitigate that risk.

June 10, 2024

Murtha Cancer Center hosts the annual Skin Cancer Summit

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, BETHESDA, Md. — The Murtha Cancer Center (MCC) at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, the only Department of Defense (DOD) Cancer Center of Excellence, hosted its annual Skin Cancer Summit virtually, May 30, 2024. While May is annually observed as National Skin Cancer and Melanoma Awareness Month to highlight the most common cancer in the United States, Walter Reed providers encourage people to protect their skin against the sun's harmful rays daily. This includes using sunscreen and wearing clothing to cover skin exposed to the sun for prolonged periods.

Lt. Col. Leah Steder during the change of command

June 10, 2024

Lyster welcomes new commander

Fort Novosel, AL — Lt. Col. Leah Steder assumed command of Lyster Army Health Clinic from Lt. Col. Garrett Holt during a change of command ceremony at the Army Aviation Museum at Fort Novosel on June 6. Community leaders, colleagues, family, and friends gathered to watch the time-honored military tradition surrounded by a picturesque backdrop of aviation history on display at the museum.

Woman wearing jacket smiles and stands in front of American flag.

June 10, 2024

Unlock Your Health With Patient Advocates and Beneficiary Counseling and Assistance Coordinators

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Did you know that military hospitals and clinics come with a support staff of people who can help you navigate the health care process? You can find patient advocates and Beneficiary Counseling and Assistance Coordinators at military hospitals and clinics in the National Capital Region.

Weed Army Community Hospital unveils new reusable to-go containers for cafe diners.

June 10, 2024

A Sustainable Choice for Oasis Cafe

FORT IRWIN, Calif. — Oasis Cafe is taking a bold step towards sustainability by transitioning from traditional Styrofoam to-go containers to the innovative reusable Ozzi container system. This shift offers significant benefits to our patrons and helps us manage rising food costs without compromising the quality our customers have come to expect.

June 11, 2024

United for Success: Soldiers and Teachers Work Together Through Partners in Education (PIE)

June 10, 2024 — From fall 2023 to May 2024, Fort Middle School faced a critical need to improve its 8th graders' Georgia Milestones Assessment System (GMAS) test scores to retain magnet academy funding. Martin Army Community Hospital joined forces with the school in a powerful collaboration known as PIE.

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center's Murtha Cancer Center (MCC) hosted an open house on Cancer Survivorship Day, June 6, 2024, inside the America Building in Bethesda, Maryland. From left to right: Dr. Craig D. Shriver, director of the MCC and the MCC Research Program; U.S. Navy Lt. Cmdr. Blake C. Lusty, cancer survivor; U.S. Navy Aviation Electronics Technician 1st Class Lauren Williams, cancer survivor; Marie Borsellino, survivorship coordinator for the MCCRP; Shontè Drakeford; U.S. Navy Lt. Cmdr. Keith Jones, cancer survivor; and U.S. Army Chaplain (Maj.) Vince Bain, PhD.

June 11, 2024

Walter Reed Champions Holistic Health Care During Cancer Survivorship Day Open House

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, BETHESDA, Md. — The atmosphere inside the Murtha Cancer Center (MCC) on Cancer Survivorship Day, June 6, 2024, resembled a reunion filled with cancer survivors, caretakers, and health care professionals all reconnecting and championing the goal of living with passion and purpose. MCC is the only Department of Defense Center of Excellence for cancer, and in 2023 published a groundbreaking, collaborative study indicating that cancer patients treated within the Military Health System (MHS) generally received earlier cancer diagnoses than privately insured or Medicaid patients.

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