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March 21, 2025

Your health care news (Mar. 21 Update)

Here's the latest news regarding your health care at the 59th Medical Wing. Please help us spread

March 20, 2025

The heartbeat of the clinic: 59th Medical Wing cardiology pumps out awards

Three members of the 59th Medical Wing’s cardiology clinic were recognized in January for their dedication and versatility, earning group-level awards for their contributions to patient care. Among them, Suzanne Packard, a U.S. Navy veteran and registered cardiac sonographer, also received a wing-level award for her leadership and instructional role in training airmen. Lt. Col. Charles McMichael, the clinic’s flight commander, praised the team’s cohesiveness, emphasizing their commitment to delivering high-quality care and supporting the military mission.

March 10, 2025

Air Force Empowers Airmen Through Continuous Improvement Green Belt Certification

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.

Dec. 12, 2023

Kimbrough Cares December 2023

Digital newsletter provides news and events happening at Kimbrough.

Oct. 17, 2023

Military health and readiness improved through collaboration with small business

The article highlights the significant musculoskeletal injuries faced by military personnel, particularly ankle injuries. These injuries lead to training disruptions, costly medical attrition, and affect military readiness. To address this, the Air Force initiated the Versatile Injury Prevention and Embedded Reconditioning program (VIPER) and partnered with TayCo Brace to develop the XAB (eXternal Ankle Brace). This innovative brace offers better range of motion and comfort, reduces recovery time, and can be worn over combat boots or athletic shoes. It is expected to significantly improve return-to-duty rates, reduce disruptions, and enhance overall outcomes for service members with ankle injuries. The XAB is commercially available for military procurement, representing a promising solution for military musculoskeletal injuries.

May 12, 2022

Patients at Naval Branch Health Clinic Albany can take steps now to prepare for MHS GENESIS ‘Go Live’

Naval Branch Health Clinic (NBHC) Albany will transition to the Military Health System’s new electronic health record, MHS GENESIS, on June 11.

May 11, 2022

Patients at Naval Branch Health Clinic Kings Bay can take steps now to prepare for MHS GENESIS ‘Go Live’

Naval Branch Health Clinic (NBHC) Kings Bay will transition to the Military Health System’s new electronic health record, MHS GENESIS, on June 11.

Nov. 10, 2021

Smokeout campaign begins with ‘Popcorn for Puff’ event

FORT LEE, Va. – A special event titled “Popcorn for a Puff” will open Kenner Army Health Clinic’s observance of the 46th Great American Smokeout campaign.

July 8, 2021

CASCOM CG recognizes vaccination clinic staff

The “key players” of the installation’s COVID vaccination campaign received special thanks from Maj. Gen. Rodney D. Fogg, CASCOM and Fort Lee commanding general, during a ceremony Wednesday morning in Clark Fitness Center.

July 2, 2021

Top nurse at Kenner Clinic a kidney cancer survivor

The success story of Itanya Milligan-Artis goes beyond her recent selection as Kenner Army Health Clinic’s 2021 Registered Nurse of the Year – an accomplishment that earned her a heap of accolades as well as a Civilian Service Achievement Medal.

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