The most recent appropriations for the Department of War expired at 11:59 p.m. EST on September 30, 2025. Military personnel will continue in a normal duty status without pay until such time as a continuing resolution or appropriations are passed by Congress and signed into law. Civilian personnel not engaged in excepted activities will be placed in a non-work, non-pay status.
If you have a scheduled appointment or other business at the MTF, please verify with your provider or applicable office within the MTF to ensure there are no changes in schedule. To learn how the lapse in appropriations affects your TRICARE benefit, visit tricare.mil/shutdown.
Two service members laugh together in dressed in uniform

July 31, 2025

TRICARE Coverage for National Guard and Reserve Members: Know Your Options

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Are you or your sponsor in the National Guard or Reserve? Your health coverage changes when activating or deactivating. Here’s what you need to know.

Capt. Russell Layne, an Army chaplain assigned to Walter Reed, said one of the things he finds rewarding in what he does is “interacting with people on all levels - military, civilians and now patients. I am blessed to be a beacon of light to those I encounter daily.”

July 31, 2025

Walter Reed Army Chaplains Celebrate Corps' 250th anniversary

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, BETHESDA, MD — Army chaplains have served alongside Soldiers for as long as Americans have been fighting wars. On July 29, 1775, the Continental Congress authorized one chaplain for each regiment of the Army, marking the beginning of the U.S. Army Chaplain Corps. The chaplains who earned pay equal to that of a captain, provided for the spiritual, religious and emotional needs of Soldiers, which continues to this day.

Patient and Family Partnership Council (PFPC)

July 31, 2025

WBAMC PFPC Invites Community Participation Amid Low Attendance

WBAMC, Ft Bliss, TX. — William Beaumont Army Medical Center’s Patient and Family Partnership Council continues to meet quarterly.

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Aug. 1, 2025

NMRTC Portsmouth/NMCP Nurse Residency Program Accreditation

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth — The Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command (NMRTC) Portsmouth/Naval Medical Center Portsmouth (NMCP) Nurse Residency Program under the leadership of CAPT Meredith Croft, Chief Nursing Officer/Director of Nursing Services, has officially earned reaccreditation through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). The accreditation has been granted for four years, from May 19, 2025 to July 31, 2029.

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

CRDAMC PAO

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.

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