The most recent appropriations for the Department of War expired at 11:59 p.m. EST on September 30, 2025. Military personnel will continue in a normal duty status without pay until such time as a continuing resolution or appropriations are passed by Congress and signed into law. Civilian personnel not engaged in excepted activities will be placed in a non-work, non-pay status.
Our military hospital remains open and we’re continuing to provide healthcare services. Scheduled appointments and procedures are proceeding as planned, and new appointments continue to be booked. For the latest information regarding TRICARE benefits during this period, please visit www.tricare.mil/shutdown

Please be assured, our commitment to providing exceptional care to you remains our highest priority.
The U.S. Navy recently named My Lan Tran, supervisory pharmacist at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC), its 2022 Civilian Pharmacist of the Year.

Feb. 14, 2023

U.S. Navy Selects WRNMMC Pharmacist as 2022 Civilian Pharmacist of the Year

WRNMMC, Bethesda, MD — The U.S. Navy recently named My Lan Tran, supervisory pharmacist at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC), its 2022 Civilian Pharmacist of the Year.

Woman stands on stage in front of crowd.

Feb. 10, 2023

WAMC celebrates U.S. Army Nurse Corps' 122 years

Womack Army Medical Center held a U.S. Army Nurse Corps celebration recognizing 122 years of compassionate care, dedicated to the health of our nation, Feb. 1.

Woman stands in front of group of people, stretching before a run.

Feb. 10, 2023

Womack Physical Therapy run class improves readiness for service members.

Womack Army Medical Center (WAMC) Physical Therapy hosted a collaboration gait retraining continuing education course between Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F) and WAMC Department of Rehab, Jan. 25.

WRNMMC COVID-19 Vaccine Site closure

Feb. 10, 2023

Walter Reed to Close COVID-19 Vaccination Site on February 13

WRNMMC, Bethesda, MD — Due to decreased demand for both COVID-19 testing and vaccinations, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center’s (WRNMMC) COVID-19 Vaccine Site will be permanently closed effective Monday, Feb 13.

IPAP Graduation

Feb. 9, 2023

“I made it!” Hampton, Virginia native graduates as physician assistant, inducted into the National Honor Society

WRNMMC, Bethesda, MD — U.S. Coast Guard Lt. Alyse Westbrooks graduated from Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC) Integrative Physician Assistant Program (IPAP) on Feb. 3.

1st Lt. Maria Frisone, center, a nurse at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC), is presented a commerative DAISY Award honoree banner at WRNMMC in Bethesda, Maryland. Frisone was nominated for The DAISY Award by a WRNMMC patient for professionalism, compassion, and attention to detail.

Feb. 9, 2023

Exceptional Patient Care Earns Two Nurses The DAISY Award

WRNMMC, Bethesda, MD — Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC) presented two nurses with the Daisy Award, Jan. 27.

The Cardiology staff at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC) celebrates National Wear Red Day Feb. 3 by donning red (masks, clothing, making, accessories, etc.), to raise awareness about heart disease.

Feb. 8, 2023

Lifestyle Changes Can Improve Heart Health

WRNMMC, Bethesda, MD — The Cardiology staff at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC) celebrated National Wear Red Day Feb. 3 by donning red (masks, clothing, making, accessories, etc.), to raise awareness about heart disease.

Petty Officer Second Class Davise Angevine serves as the Work Center Supervisor of Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point’s Material Management Department along with a variety of additional duties. He enjoys the leadership role entrusted to him and credits teamwork for his success.

Feb. 8, 2023

Petty Officer Enjoys Leadership, Teamwork aboard Cherry Point Clinic

MCAS Cherry Point — Petty Officer Second Class Davise Angevine enjoys the leadership role entrusted to him while serving aboard Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point.

BravoZulu to Hospital Corpsman Second Class Natassia Martinez! Martinez served aboard the clinic as Leading Petty Officer, Radiology Department from early 2019 to early 2023. She was recently presented the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal for her exceptional service and knowledge. We wish her Fair Winds and Following Seas as she departs for the next chapter in her Navy career!

Feb. 8, 2023

BZ to Hospital Corpsman Second Class Natassia Martinez

MCAS Cherry Point — A hearty Bravo Zulu to Hospital Corpsman Second Class Natassia Martinez!

Man researches costs on his laptop

Feb. 7, 2023

Find Your TRICARE Costs With Compare Cost Tool

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — With the TRICARE Compare Cost Tool, you can look up costs for covered services, enrollment, and more. You can also see how your plan’s costs compare to other plans.

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