Feb. 23, 2023

Q&A: Getting and Using Referrals With TRICARE

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — You’ve likely heard the term “referral” in connection with health care. But what exactly is a referral—and how do you know if you need one? A referral is when your primary care manager (PCM) or primary care provider sends you to another provider or specialist for care.

Feb. 22, 2023

CRDAMC team sharpens medical warriors mentally and physically

A team of Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center Soldiers prepared a rigorous training event for its medics to test their adaptability, and challenging them both physically and mentally during a Best Leader Competition Feb14-17.

Feb. 22, 2023

CRDAMC best leaders move on to MRC, W Best Squad Competition

In a test of physical and mental endurance, 18 medical leaders from the Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center demonstrated their Soldier skills during the 2023 Best Leaders Competition, Feb. 17. The winners of this competition: Capt. Michael Stangroom, physical therapist; Staff Sgt. Phillip Hubbard, radiologist specialist; and Spc. Caitlyn Rishell, nutrition specialist, will now move on to represent CRDAMC at the Medical Readiness Command, West Best Medic Squad Competition later this year.

Feb. 22, 2023

JROTC students get medical specialty insight from CRDAMC professionals

Part of CRDAMC’s broader initiative to encourage educational institutions to tour the hospital, Lt. Col. Brian Cahill hopes this visit will give the 45 Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps cadets insight into the medical careers available here.

Feb. 17, 2023

Being a caregiver is my calling

WRNMMC, Bethesda, MD — It’s National Caregivers Day, and Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC) recognizes the sacrifices, hard work, and compassion of millions of caregivers, including one mother of a Wounded Warrior.

Feb. 17, 2023

Turbulence, turmoil on flight tests Soldier’s tact

Landstuhl, Germany — Officer Candidate Melissa Lewis, a student with the Phase II Interservice Physician Assistant Program at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center, was recently involved in emergency situations during a six-hour flight from Israel to Portugal, where her medical expertise led to stabilizing distressed passengers along with a New Hampshire physician.

Feb. 17, 2023

Pet morale visits relaunch at LRMC

Landstuhl, Germany — After a three-year hiatus, the Landstuhl American Red Cross, located at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center (LRMC), restarted its Pet Visitation Program at LRMC, Jan. 19. The program aims to raise morale and spirits for LRMC staff and patients.

Feb. 15, 2023

Make Your Vision a Year-Round Priority

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Vision and eye health are an important part of supporting an overall healthy lifestyle. Here’s an overview of vision coverage for active duty service members, National Guard and Reserve members, retirees, and their eligible family members.

Feb. 15, 2023

Naval Hospital Jacksonville American Red Cross volunteer program restarts after 2-year pause

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Naval Hospital (NH) Jacksonville is looking for volunteers for its American Red Cross program. The program was put on pause during the COVID-19 pandemic. Local Volunteer Program Representative Terry Miles explains how volunteers help the hospital complete its mission.

Feb. 15, 2023

Cardiology expert shares tips for healthy heart year-round

WRNMMC, Bethesda, MD — A healthy heart is vital to overall wellness and as we wrap up Heart Health Month, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center’ (WRNMMC) cardiology expert shares important tips for a healthy heart year round.