March 10, 2025

Know Your Registered Dietitians at NHB

NHB/NMRTC Bremerton, Washington — For the second week of March, Naval Hospital Bremerton, in conjunction with, continues to promote the development of healthful eating and making informed food choices.

Mr. Scot Murphy, Brig. Gen. Gwendolyn Foster, and Col. Matthew Darling pose for a photo after Darling received his Continuous Improvement Green Belt certification at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, March 7, 2025.

March 10, 2025

Air Force Empowers Airmen Through Continuous Improvement Green Belt Certification

JBSA-LACKLAND, Texas — The Air Force’s Continuous Improvement and Innovation (CI2) program equips Airmen with Lean Six Sigma tools to enhance efficiency and mission readiness. Through Green Belt certification, Airmen complete online training and lead process improvement projects to streamline operations. This initiative fosters a culture of innovation, ensuring the Air Force maximizes resources and maintains operational excellence.

Mr. Brandon Coyle serves as the Dental Readiness Coordinator for the dental clinic at Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point, which recently achieved a 95% Operational Dental Readiness target for the first time in over three and a half years. Coyle has deep ties to Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point, having served at the clinic as a Sailor before transitioning to a GS Civilian staff member.

March 11, 2025

I Keep the Warfighter in the Fight: Mr. Brandon Coyle

MCAS Cherry Point — A General Schedule Civilian continues his service aboard Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point to keep Marines’ and Sailors’ dental health in fighting shape.

Military doctor conducts a vitals check.

March 11, 2025

Get Preventive Health Services With TRICARE

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Your health is about more than just sick visits and medications—it’s also about making choices that keep you feeling your best. Getting routine preventive care can help you stay well and catch problems early. With preventive health services, TRICARE has you covered.

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March 11, 2025

CRDAMC Family Medicine Residency Program celebrates 25 years of healthcare excellence, a 99-percentile exam score

FORT CAVAZOS, Texas – As a leading Army Medical Treatment Facility, Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center has long provided outstanding healthcare to service members, their families, and veterans. This commitment to excellence extends beyond patient care to the vital education and training of our next generation of highly skilled resident professionals in the Family Medicine Residency Program. On Feb 28, the program celebrated its 25th anniversary with a gathering of former and current program directors, graduates, faculty and residents for a day of Continuing Medical Education courses – a mix of fun activities, training and tours of the new and old hospitals.

Ms. Brittney Perkins, a General Schedule Civilian, serves as the Patient Safety Manager aboard Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point. Perkins collaborates with staff at the facility to ensure the delivery of high-quality care while proactively minimizing risks, errors and harm to patients.

March 12, 2025

I Keep the Warfighter in the Fight: Ms. Brittney Perkins

MCAS Cherry Point — A staff member serving aboard Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point makes the safety of patients receiving medical care her daily mission.

Ms. Chelsea Mull serves aboard Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point as an Infection Preventionist. A registered nurse specializing in infection control, Mull leads fellow staff members in establishing a proactive, preventative culture of safety benefiting everyone in the facility.

March 12, 2025

I Keep the Warfighter in the Fight: Ms. Chelsea Mull

MCAS Cherry Point — Every day at Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point, a civilian staff member works to protect patients and fellow staff from a microscopic adversary.

March 12, 2025

A Corpsman and Canine Connection for Operational Readiness

NHB/NMRTC Bremerton, Washington — By Douglas H Stutz, NHB/NMRTC Bremerton public affairs officer -- There was a heightened sense – and scent – of collaborative operational readiness training for U.S. Navy and U.S. Army personnel recently.

Closeup image of a blood bag

March 12, 2025

Weed Army Community Hospital Expands Blood Supply Capabilities

FORT IRWIN, Calif. — Weed Army Community Hospital receives cold-stored blood platelets to expand hospital's availability of blood products. The Laboratory is also in discussions to acquire frozen red blood cells (RBCs) to meet Prolonged Field Care Standards of Public Health Emergency Management and Mass Casualty (MASCAL) response requirements.

U.S. Navy Capt. Melissa Austin, director of Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, greets Dr. Steve Ferrara, Acting Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs, during an official visit to the medical center in Bethesda, Md., on March 7. Dr. Ferrara and Darin Selnick, Performing the Duties of the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness, engaged with staff on a range of issues during their visit to Walter Reed. (DOD photo by Ricardo J. Reyes)

March 13, 2025

Top DOD Leaders Address Military Readiness at Walter Reed

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, BETHESDA, Md. — Senior Department of Defense (DoD) officials engaged directly with Walter Reed National Military Medical Center staff during a Senior Leaders Forum on March 7, addressing concerns ranging from military medical readiness to workforce reductions and efficiency improvements.

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