Catherine Higginbotham, shares a moment with Megan Boyd, who donated a kidney to Higginbotham, one day after their surgeries at Walter Reed National Military Center in Bethesday on Mar. 28, 2024. (Photo courtesy of Catherine Higginbotham)

Aug. 1, 2025

From Pacific to Atlantic: Life-Saving Kidney Transplant Gives Military Spouse a Second Chance at Life

Tripler Army Medical Center, HONOLULU, HI — A U.S. Marine Corps spouse is thriving today because of a life-saving 2024 kidney transplant and collaboration between Walter Reed National Military Medical Center and Tripler Army Medical Center. The seamless coordination between the two military treatment facilities, spanning from Hawaii to Maryland, highlights a commitment to comprehensive care for military families and demonstrates the power of collaboration within the Military Health System.

Aug. 1, 2025

Fair Winds and Following Seas…Lt. Cmdr. Holly Sapien, Navy Nurse Corps

NHB/NMRTC Bremerton, Washington — Fair Winds and Following Seas…Lt. Cmdr. Holly Sapien, Navy Nurse Corps is presented with the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal [third award] by Capt. Karla Lepore, Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command Bremerton commanding officer for her instrumental work as the command’s Staff Education and Training Department head, which included hands-on field support for Tactical Combat Casualty Care, an operational necessity for all corpsmen and is specifically designed to simulate the unique challenges and conditions on the field of battle in handling traumatic injuries (Official Navy photo by Douglas H Stutz, NHB/NMRTC Bremerton public affairs officer

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Aug. 1, 2025

CRDAMC honors leadership and tradition during MRBn CoC

FORT HOOD, Texas — The Medical Readiness Battalion, Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center, honored the enduring Army tradition of leadership transition as Lt. Col. Jamie Culbreath relinquished command and Lt. Col. Nickalous Korbut became the new leader during a Change of Command ceremony held August 1. In a ceremony steeped in military customs, CRDAMC staff, Soldiers, family members, and community partners gathered to recognize Culbreath’s service and usher in a new chapter under Korbut’s leadership.

“Tripler Army Medical Center (TAMC) Staff celebrate earning continued accreditation from The Joint Commission July 25, 2025. The reaccreditation, extending through 2028, demonstrates a commitment to high-quality patient care and operational excellence and covers TAMC, the Desmond T. Doss Health Clinic, and Warrior Ohana Medical Home – a broad scope reflecting the comprehensive nature of the survey and the dedication of the entire team.”

Aug. 1, 2025

Tripler Army Medical Center achieves The Joint Commission reaccreditation through 2028

Tripler Army Medical Center — Tripler Army Medical Center (TAMC) has successfully earned continued accreditation from The Joint Commission following a comprehensive four-day survey conducted July 22-25, 2025. The reaccreditation extends through 2028 and encompasses TAMC, the Desmond T. Doss Health Clinic, and Warrior Ohana Medical Home.

** SCRIPTCENTER HAS MOVED! *** Due to popular demand, we’ve upgraded to a larger-capacity ScriptCenter to hold more prescriptions and reduce wait times. Find the new ScriptCenter at the Lewis Exchange Pharmacy Lobby! #CareWithCompassion -- ScriptCenter Hours: Mon-Fri 8AM-9:30PM / Sat, Sun 9AM-9:30PM

Aug. 3, 2025

SCRIPTCENTER HAS MOVED!

Due to popular demand, we’ve upgraded to a larger-capacity ScriptCenter to hold more prescriptions and reduce wait times. Find the new ScriptCenter at the Lewis Exchange Pharmacy Lobby!

Walter Reed Chief of Staff Chief of Staff, U.S. Navy Capt. Juan Rosario (left) and U.S. Army Lt. Col. (Dr.) Michael Orestes, director for Education, Training and Research at Walter Reed (right) recognize U.S. Air Force Maj. (Dr.) Melissa Meister for her research work at the recent 17th Annual National Capital Region (NCR) Research and Inquiry Competitions recognition program. Meister advanced to the 40th Annual Navy-wide Academic Research Competition, earning first place in the clinical research trainee category.

Aug. 4, 2025

Walter Reed Researchers Shine in Navy Research Competitions

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, BETHESDA, MD — Three researchers from Walter Reed didn’t just represent, they led the pack. Their innovative work earned top honors at the 40th Annual Navy-wide Academic Research Competition, recently held by Naval Medical Center San Diego.

Aug. 4, 2025

Get Real Get Better Champion announced at NMRTC Bremerton for EMF 150 Bravo

NHB/NMRTC Bremerton, Washington — Lt. Essie D. Gutierrez has been recognized as the Get Real Get Better Champion for the second quarter of Fiscal year 2025, for Expeditionary Medical Facility, 150 Bravo.

Juliana Luciano, CRDAMC infection prevention branch manager, gives a high five to a young attendee after completing a hand hygiene demonstration during Kidz Fest, Aug. 2. The station taught children proper handwashing techniques to help prevent the spread of disease.

Aug. 4, 2025

Kidz Fest Connects Families to Lifelong Health Resources

Fort Hood, Texas — Although dozens of families flocked to Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center’s Kidz Fest on Saturday

Aug. 5, 2025

MSC Legacy of Service celebrated at NMRTC Bremerton

NHB/NMRTC Bremerton, Washington — By Douglas H Stutz, NHB/NMRTC Bremerton public affairs officer -- It was 78 years ago on August 4, 1947, that a critical lesson learned during the Second World War was formally applied.

Senior Sailor of the Quarter:

Aug. 5, 2025

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth Awards Sailor of the Quarter (Q3)

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth — Naval Medical Center Portsmouth Awarded Its Sailors of the Quarter for the third quarter of fiscal year 2025 Aug. 1 in a ceremony in the auditorium of building 3.

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