Lieutenant Commander Sara Leitner, PA-C, left, and Lieutenant Commander Jake Wittenauer, DSc, PA-C serve aboard Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point as Physician Associates. The clinic celebrated PAs serving as staff members during National Physician Associate’s Week, October 6 to October 12.

Nov. 13, 2025

Cherry Point Clinic Celebrates Physician Associates

MCAS Cherry Point — Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point celebrated the Physician Associates serving as staff members during National Physician Associate’s Week, October 6 to October 12.

Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point celebrated the Sailors and civilians of its Physical Therapy Team and their efforts to keep the “Warfighter in the Fight” aboard Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point during October, 2025. According to the American Physical Therapy Association, October is designated as National Physical Therapy Month to raise awareness about the benefits of physical therapy and to highlight the role physical therapists and physical therapist assistants help people live healthier, more active lives. The clinic’s Physical Therapy team equips MCAS Cherry Point service members with knowledge and exercises to assist in their recovery from injuries and ensure their medical readiness.

Nov. 13, 2025

Cherry Point Clinic Celebrates Physical Therapy Team

MCAS Cherry Point — Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point celebrated the Sailors and civilians of its Physical Therapy Team and their efforts to keep the “Warfighter in the Fight” aboard Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point during October, 2025.

Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point celebrated the Sailors and civilians serving in the facility’s Pharmacy during the month of October, 2025. October is known as “American Pharmacists Month,” with October 19 to October 25 as “National Pharmacy Week” and October 21 as “National Pharmacy Technician Day.” The clinic’s Pharmacy team ensures the wellness and safety of patients each day through the issuance of medication and instruction of its use while ensuring service members have the prescriptions needed to maintain their medical readiness.

Nov. 13, 2025

Cherry Point Clinic Celebrates Pharmacy Staff

MCAS Cherry Point — Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point celebrated the Sailors and civilians serving in the facility’s Pharmacy during the month of October, 2025.

Commander Stacy Swindells deployed with the USNS Comfort on Continuing Promise 2025 and served as the ship’s Senior Nurse of the Day. She managed the workflow of patients coming onto the ship for surgery and other medical procedures. One of her most memorable moments during the deployment was coloring with children in Panama as they waited to see a medical provider. Upon her return to Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point, Swindells serves as the facility’s Director for Healthcare Business. In this role, she leads a team that aids patients with their referrals and insurance needs while also providing clinic leadership insights into patient care and enrollment trends.

Nov. 13, 2025

Cherry Point Clinic Sailor Reflects on USNS Comfort Deployment

MCAS Cherry Point — One of Commander Stacy Swindells’ most cherished memories of Summer 2025 is coloring with children in Panama.

Sailors and civilians serving aboard Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point recently proved exceptional attention to detail and skill by passing a vigorous inspection administered by the College of American Pathologists with a 99% pass rate.

Nov. 13, 2025

Cherry Point Clinic Lab Staff Pass Vigorous Inspection

MCAS Cherry Point — Sailors and civilians serving aboard Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point recently proved exceptional attention to detail and skill by passing a vigorous inspection with a 99% pass rate.

Hospital Corpsman Second Class Dru Calloway, a native of Fallbrook, California, serves as the Leading Petty Officer for the laboratory aboard Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point. Calloway and his team support the medical readiness of the base by drawing and receiving samples from patients, providing the test results to patients and their medical providers so they can make informed decisions about medical care.

Nov. 13, 2025

I Keep the Warfighter in the Fight: Hospital Corpsman Second Class Dru Calloway

MCAS Cherry Point — Safety, accuracy and precision define the day for Hospital Corpsman Second Class Dru Calloway as he leads a team contributing to the medical readiness of MCAS Cherry Point service members and the wellness of their family members.

Soldier launching a hand-held, quad-copter drone.

Nov. 14, 2025

Lethality takes flight during Fort Polk’s first drone competition

Fort POLK, La. — Eight teams from across the installation competed to earn the title of top drone team during the Joint Readiness Training Center and Fort Polk’s first installation-level drone competition Oct. 8–9.

Five Emergency Nurses stand in front of a large balloon wreath. One is in uniform, the others in scrubs.

Nov. 14, 2025

Calm in the Chaos: Emergency Nurses at BJACH Strengthen Readiness Through Expert Care

FORT POLK, La. — The emergency department at Bayne-Jones Army Community Hospital is more than a place for urgent medical care — it’s a cornerstone of readiness for Soldiers, Families and the broader Fort Polk community. During Emergency Nurses Week, observed Oct. 6–12, BJACH recognizes the nurses who provide calm, capable care amid the chaos of crisis.

Two Soldiers pass the unit guidon (flag) on a parade field.

Nov. 14, 2025

Change of responsibility at BJACH marks transition in senior enlisted leadership

FORT POLK, La. — Bayne-Jones Army Community Hospital held a change of responsibility ceremony Oct. 24 on Spike Field at the Joint Readiness Training Center and Fort Polk, marking the transition of senior enlisted leadership from Command Sgt. Maj. Larry D. White II to Command Sgt. Maj. Victor M. Contreras Jr.

The Keller Army Community Hospital Command team poses with the Regional Food Bank of New York volunteer as Keller donates frozen repurpose prepared and wholesome foods that will reach individuals and families in need. Pictured (from l-r) is Capt. Jacquelyn Contant, Chief, Nutrition Care Division; Maj. Andrew Neubecker, Deputy Commander for Administration; Command Sgt. Maj. Julie C. Morris, Command Sergeant Major; Joe Zinko, RFBoNY volunteer; and Col. Sean J. Hipp, Commander.

Nov. 17, 2025

From Leftovers to Lifelines: Keller joins Food Donation Program

Keller Army Community Hospital is stepping up to address food insecurity in the Greater Hudson Valley with the launch of a comprehensive food donation program. By forging a vital partnership with the Regional Food Bank of New York and its own Nutrition Care Division, Keller aims to repurpose prepared and wholesome foods, ensuring they reach individuals and families in need rather than ending up in landfills.

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