April 23, 2026

Munson Soldiers Prove Tactical Readiness, Earn German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge

FORT LEAVENWORTH, Kansas — Four Soldiers from Munson Army Health Center pushed their physical and mental limits to earn the prestigious German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge April 16. Sgt. Joseph Stoops, Spc. Delilah Wells, Pfc. Harris Halverstadt, and Pfc. Seth Dunham were among the 29 Soldiers at Fort Leavenworth to qualify for the foreign military award, successfully navigating a grueling series of tests on multiple days.

April 23, 2026

Book Pet Health Certificate Screening Now for OCONUS PCS Moves

FORT LEAVENWORTH, Kansas — Service members preparing for a permanent change of station (PCS) outside the continental United States (OCONUS) with pets are encouraged to contact the installation veterinary clinic now to schedule a pet health certificate appointment.

April 23, 2026

Missing Hospital Calls?

FORT RILEY, Kansas — Some smartphone spam filters may block incoming calls from the hospital. If you are expecting a call from our staff, consider adjusting your phone’s spam settings to help ensure the call reaches you.

April 23, 2026

Walter Reed emphasizes mental fitness as key to readiness

BETHESDA, Md. — Research shows that a certain level of stress can be beneficial, helping individuals stay motivated and accomplish tasks. However, excessive or unmanaged stress can negatively affect both physical and mental health — ultimately, impacting readiness.

April 24, 2026

KACH earns CNOR Strong Designation, Reinforcing Commitment to Surgical Excellence and Lifelong Learning

KELLER ARMY COMMUNITY HOSPITAL — Keller Army Community Hospital has earned the “CNOR Strong” designation from the Competency & Credentialing Institute, recognizing a sustained commitment to perioperative nursing excellence, patient safety, and high-quality surgical care.

April 24, 2026

Navy Medical Service Corps Officer Awarded 2026 Military Healthcare Management Award

CAMP FOSTER, Okinawa, Japan — Cmdr. Vince Deguzman, a Navy Medical Service Corps officer and the Director for Clinical Support Services at U.S. Naval Hospital Okinawa, was recently recognized as one of two healthcare leaders to receive the 2026 Federal Healthcare Executive Award. The American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) recognized Deguzman for his outstanding service to the healthcare field with the 2026 Military Excellence in Healthcare Management Award.

April 24, 2026

USNH Yokosuka, ASBBC Okinawa Strengthen Indo-Pacific Readiness with 2026 Blood Drive

YOKOSUKA, Japan — U.S. Naval Hospital (USNH) Yokosuka, in partnership with the Armed Services Blood Bank Center (ASBBC) Okinawa, hosted a two-day blood drive at the Fleet Recreation Gym on Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka, February 25–26, 2026.

April 24, 2026

Advancing Spine Surgery in the Pacific: First Uniportal Endoscopic Procedure at Naval Hospital Okinawa

Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan — Lt. Cmdr. Ki Chang, a Navy Medical Corps Officer and Staff Neurosurgeon at Naval Medical Center San Diego performed the first uniportal endoscopic spine surgery at U.S. Naval Hospital Okinawa (USNHO) this week.

April 24, 2026

DHN Pacific Rim Director visits USNH Yokosuka, recognizes staff

YOKOSUKA, Japan — Rear Adm. Kevin J. Brown, Defense Health Network Pacific Rim director, chief of the Navy’s Medical Corps, and Naval Medical Forces Pacific commander, visited U.S. Naval Hospital (USNH) Yokosuka March 24 to engage with leadership, tour clinical spaces, and recognize personnel for their contributions to medical readiness and patient care.

April 24, 2026

U.S. Naval Hospital Yokosuka Honors Galley Supervisor for Exemplary Service

YOKOSUKA, Japan — Leadership from U.S. Naval Hospital Yokosuka recognized Mr. Katsuo Konno, a master labor contract employee and galley supervisor, for his leadership and sustained contributions during an informal ceremony, March 16.