Brigid Herrick, the Chief Experience Officer (CXO) at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, poses with one of the hospital's emotional support dogs outside of the Outpatient Phlebotomy Laboratory in Building 9 at Walter Reed in Bethesda, Maryland.

Feb. 22, 2024

Walter Reed: Showing Patients Appreciation in February and Beyond

WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — Whether celebrating the first birth in a new year with proud parents or providing comfort and care to the last remaining service members from World War II, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center strives each day to show appreciation to our nation’s heroes and their families.

Navy Capt. Kevin Brown, Commander and Director of Naval Medical Center Camp Lejeune, speaks to Navy Officers serving aboard Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point attending Intermediate Leadership Course on Feb. 15, 2024. The course is a multi-day training program intended to prepare intermediate Naval Officers for challenges they will face in future duty assignments.

Feb. 22, 2024

Cherry Point Naval Officers Conduct Intermediate Leadership Course

MCAS Cherry Point — Leaders serving aboard Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point gathered mid-February 2024 to hone their craft and develop awareness of emerging challenges facing Sailors in the U.S. Navy.

CRDAMC PAO

Feb. 20, 2024

CRDAMC Veteran still serving after 35 years

FORT CAVAZOS, Texas - Charles Henderson, medical evaluation board officer, CRDAMC, and retired Sgt. 1st Class, was awarded a certificate for 35 years of government service in a ceremony at the Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center 1 Feb. Henderson retired from the Army after serving 22 years of service as a track vehicle mechanic, worked as a security specialist for the hospital for one year, and has served as a medical evaluations board officer for the past 15 years.

The 59th Medical Wing has migrated to a TRICARE site.

Feb. 16, 2024

59th MDW transitions to TRICARE website

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas — In a strategic move to consolidate military healthcare, the 59th Medical Wing has undergone a realignment under the Defense Health Agency. As part of this transformation, all medical treatment facilities have transitioned from their previous Air Force websites to a unified TRICARE website. The new TRICARE site marks a significant step forward, streamlining our efforts by maintaining a singular platform dedicated to providing comprehensive information for patients, military treatment facility details, and insight into our medical mission. This alignment underscores our commitment to the overarching mission of DHA.

Airmen from the 59th Medical Wing practice detecting seizures during a national disaster response exercise on Camp Bramble at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, March 3, 2023. Texas A&M University has been conducting emergency response training for 15 years and, for the first time, collaborated with the 59th MDW. Being able to train inflight and utilize Disaster City by collaborating with Texas A&M gives medics a way to hone their skills, prepare for national emergencies and remain ready medics. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melody Bordeaux)

Feb. 16, 2024

Defense Health Network Central garners top honors for Ready Reliable Care initiatives

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Feb. 13, 2024 — Four teams from Defense Health Network Central will be celebrated for their exceptional efforts to improve the Military Health System during a ceremony, Feb. 15, 2024. Dr. Lester Martinez-Lopez, assistant secretary of defense for health affairs, and Defense Health Agency Director Lt. Gen. Telita Crosland will present the Ready Reliable Care High Reliability Organization Awards to the winning teams, which include DHN Central’s 673rd Medical Group, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson; 377th Medical Group, Kirtland Air Force Base; and Brooke Army Medical Center, Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston.

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Feb. 15, 2024

Womack Army Medical Center Maternity Fair

Womack Army Medical Center's Maternity Fair will be held on Saturday, April 20, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Airman 1st Class Pedro Mourin, patient travel technician, Staff Sgt. Rebecca Miranda, patient travel noncommissioned officer in charge, and Senior Airman Andres Gonzalez, patient travel technician, all assigned to the 59th Medical Support Squadron pose for a photo December 19, 2023, at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas.

Feb. 15, 2024

Navigating Care: A Guide to WHASC Patient Travel Program

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO- LACKLAND, Texas — For military retirees and beneficiaries, accessing specialized care is made easier with Wilford Hall

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Feb. 14, 2024

Walter Reed’s Wounded Warrior Aircraft Program: A Band of Brothers Takes Flight

WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — The American Red Cross-sponsored Wounded Warrior Drone Program has been a popular therapeutic activity with the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center’s Occupational Medicine Department (OMD) since 2011. The Red Cross facilitators include William Kahl and retired U.S. Navy Capt. (Dr.) Jay Montgomery, both of whom are remote control pilots skilled in flying drones, planes and helicopters. The third facilitator is retired U.S. Coast Guard LCDR Len Greig, a helicopter rescue pilot and a certified flight instructor.

Close-up image of man's arms and hands, holding a piece of paper and eyeglasses.

Feb. 14, 2024

Preventing TRICARE Fraud and Abuse Is Everyone’s Responsibility

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Fraud and abuse can target your TRICARE medical, pharmacy, and dental coverage. If you think someone is committing fraud or abuse related to your TRICARE benefits, you should report it.

Heart Health: BAMC incorporates lifestyle medicine into cardiac rehab program

Feb. 14, 2024

Heart Health: BAMC incorporates lifestyle medicine into cardiac rehab program

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas — Brooke Army Medical Center Department of Cardiology has incorporated lifestyle medicine into its

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