March 12, 2024

From Smiles to Service: Airman Kinley Noel's first year in Military Dentistry

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-Lackland, Texas — Eager to explore her passion, Kinley joined the U.S. Air Force in May 2023, seeking opportunities for professional growth and financial assistance for schooling. Throughout her training, she discovered her love for dental assisting and found fulfillment in creating positive experiences for patients. Now stationed at Dunn Dental Clinic, Kinley embodies resilience, determination, and the transformative power of pursuing one's passions.

March 12, 2024

The Inauguration of the Gavin Blair Sensory Room: Insights from a Provider

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — The sensory room offers a calming space with sensory-friendly elements to alleviate patients' fears and anxieties. By providing a safe and welcoming environment, the goal is to enhance the healthcare experience for individuals with autism spectrum disorder.

March 12, 2024

Walter Reed’s Nurses: Serving the Nation’s Heroes Day or Night with Dignity and Empathy

WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — A Hard Day’s Night: Creating a Safe Space for the Nation’s Heroes As the sun sets and the cool wind embraces those headed home after their day shifts, it’s morning for those entering the gates at Walter Reed ready to serve the nation’s heroes and their families as dusk becomes dawn. It’s typical for nurses to work an occasional or regularly schedule night shift. Hospital administrators say these eight-to-twelve-hour blocks usually run between 7 p.m. and 7 a.m. Those who’ve worked the night shift say it’s a common misconception that night shift nurses aren’t as busy as day shift nurses.

March 12, 2024

Maintaining Your Military Health Records Overseas

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — No matter where you live, it’s important for your electronic health record to be complete and up to date. For TRICARE Prime Overseas and TRICARE Prime Remote Overseas beneficiaries, there are processes that help make this possible.

March 11, 2024

Sailors of the Quarter/Junior Officer of the Quarter

NHB/NMRTC Bremerton, Washington — Sailors of the Quarter/Junior Officer of the Quarter

March 11, 2024

Walter Reed doctors credited with saving the life of a gym patron

WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — It’s not uncommon to hear about Walter Reed physicians saving lives within the walls of the iconic medical center, but it proved fortunate for one local gym patron suffering from a heart attack that two doctors from “the flagship of military medicine” were also getting in a workout at the same off-base facility on Feb. 25.

March 8, 2024

Passion, Purpose, and Dental Care: Capt. Anna Olson's Odyssey

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas — The story follows Capt. Anna Olson's remarkable journey from her Southern roots to becoming a dedicated dentist serving in the United States Air Force. Inspired by her grandfather's military service, Olson's passion for dentistry was ignited during her formative years. Through unwavering dedication and a commitment to serving others, she pursued her dream, supported by mentors like Col. Casey Campbell. After completing her education, including dental school and commissioning as a Captain, Olson eagerly looks forward to furthering her expertise in a periodontics residency. Alongside her professional achievements, Olson finds joy in home renovations and acknowledges the unwavering support of her husband. As National Dentist Day and Women's History Month are celebrated, Olson stands as a beacon of inspiration, leaving an indelible mark through her dedication, compassion, and unwavering service to both her patients and her country.

March 8, 2024

Celebrating Women’s History Month

NHB/NMRTC Bremerton, Washington — Core of the corps…with March designated as Women’s History Month in DoD, Naval Hospital Bremerton honors their staff who follow in the career path of such notable women as…

March 8, 2024

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth’s HSBTC Receives Reaccreditation

PORTSMOUTH, Virg. — Naval Medical Center Portsmouth (NMCP) Healthcare Simulation and Bioskills Training Center (HSBTC), was awarded reaccreditation for five years by the American College of Surgeons (ACS), Jan. 24.

March 8, 2024

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth hosts OR Groundbreaking Ceremony

PORTSMOUTH, Virg. — Naval Medical Center Portsmouth (NMCP) welcomed representatives from J&J Worldwide Services, a facilities services government contractor, for an OR (operating room) construction project groundbreaking ceremony, Jan. 18.