Nov. 7, 2023

Walter Reed and American Red Cross in the National Capital Region Gear up for Annual Holidays for Heroes Program

WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — The time-honored bond between the American public and the military is celebrated and reinforced with the American Red Cross, the National Capital & Greater Chesapeake Region's annual Holidays for Heroes initiative. During the holiday season, it provides an opportunity for individuals and organizations to extend their gratitude and support to the local military communities.

Nov. 7, 2023

Know Your 2024 TRICARE Health Plan Costs

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — With a new year fast approaching, you may see changes to your TRICARE health plan costs starting on Jan. 1, 2024. These costs may include enrollment fees, premiums, cost-shares, and copayments.

Nov. 7, 2023

7450th Medical Operational Readiness Unit (FWD) takes charge of DWMMC

LANDSTUHL, Germany — The 7456th Medical Operation Readiness Unit (Det 43) transferred authority of the Deployed Warrior Medical Management Center (DWMMC) at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center (LRMC) to the 7450th Medical Operational Readiness Unit (FWD) during a Transfer of Authority Ceremony held at LRMC, Oct. 31.

Nov. 7, 2023

LRMC maintains TJC Gold Seal accreditation

LANDSTUHL, Germany — Landstuhl Regional Medical Center upheld The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval for accreditation following a recent survey, reflecting LRMC's commitment to TJC standards and elements of performance, the same standards and elements used to survey civilian healthcare facilities.

Nov. 7, 2023

Honoring National Forensic Nurse's Week

Tripler Army Medical Center — As part of National Forensic Nurse's Week, we are recognizing our Sexual Assault Medical Forensic Examiners for their amazing work supporting patients who report of being victims of domestic violence, strangulation, sexual assaults', and abuse.

Nov. 6, 2023

US military legislative representative tours CRDAMC

FORT CAVAZOS, Texas – Penny Stehlik, military legislative assistant to Texas Congressman John Carter, toured the Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center Nov. 6. Stehlik received an informative briefing on the hospital’s healthcare mission, capabilities, staffing, and its partnerships with organizations in the TRICARE network and surrounding community, e.g., it’s partnerships with local school districts’ healthcare programs to train, certify, and recruit medical professionals. The tour of its labor and delivery, behavioral health, pharmacy, and the emergency departments provided her an opportunity to meet front line leaders and learn how each department functions to serve Fort Cavazos Soldiers, veterans, beneficiaries and the surrounding community. – 30 –

Nov. 6, 2023

Sarah Bernstein: Illuminating the Path of Nursing with Kindness

WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — In the corridors of Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC), a nurse quietly goes about her duties, but the story of her journey is nothing short of extraordinary. Sarah Bernstein, RN, MS, AOCN, stands as a beacon of unwavering dedication and compassionate care for her patients. Her 37-year-long career is a testament to the transformative power of a nurse, and her path to nursing is rooted in a moment of clarity that forever changed the course of her life.

Nov. 3, 2023

Being the 'lifeline for the frontline' means meeting an increased need for blood donations

NAVAL MEDICAL CENTER CAMP LEJEUNE, North Carolina — The Armed Services Blood Program (ASBP) helps ensure mission readiness for injured military personnel in need of blood. However, donation numbers have dipped post-pandemic, and Naval Medical Center Camp Lejeune’s Blood Donor Center wants to turn that around.

Nov. 3, 2023

“Chief, You Are and Will Remain one of the Strongest Links in that Chain”

MCAS Cherry Point — The Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point community celebrated and honored the distinguished career of a Chief Petty Officer at a ceremony held aboard the base Thursday, November 2, 2023.

Nov. 2, 2023

Walter Reed Hosts Transplant Summit to Foster Greater Collaboration Among Health Care Providers Domestically and Internationally

WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — Walter Reed National Military Medical Center hosted a transplant summit featuring surgeons from the Defense Health Agency community, the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA), and the private sector, all sharing insights on saving more lives by creating a larger network of potential organ donors.