May 9, 2024

AF Audiologists transform life journeys into expertise

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, TX — For U.S. Air Force Captains Emily Lee and Jacqueline Anderson, life experiences highlighting the

May 9, 2024

Poster competitions kick off 2024 Research & Innovation Month at Walter Reed

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Md. — Research focused on improving the care of Military Health System (MHS) beneficiaries was highlighted during the two-day poster competition, May 1-2, at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center as part of its Department of Research Program’s (DRP) 16th Annual Research and Innovation Month observance.

May 9, 2024

Former BAMC patients share stories during Nurses Week event

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas — Brooke Army Medical Center kicked off Nurses and Techs Week with an opening ceremony May 6 in the

May 8, 2024

WAMC Receives Award for Environmental Excellence

Womack Army Medical Center (WAMC) received the prestigious Stryker Sustainability Solutions Environmental Excellence Platinum Award for its outstanding efforts in reprocessing single-use medical devices in fiscal year 2023.

May 8, 2024

Retiring? Get Answers to Your TRICARE Questions at May 23 Webinar

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Are you or your sponsor approaching retirement from active duty or the National Guard or Reserve? On Thursday, May 23, from 4 to 5 p.m. ET, join TRICARE for a webinar about the TRICARE plans available to you in retirement.

May 8, 2024

Kimbrough Ambulatory Care Center kicks off Nurses Month

FORT GEORGE G. MEADE, Md. — Kimbrough Ambulatory Care Center kicked off Nurses Month with a Blessing of the Hands ceremony held at Kimbrough, Fort Meade, Maryland, May 6, 2024. The ceremony is part of Nurses Week, beginning May 6 and ending May 12, on the birthdate of Florence Nightingale, who is considered to be the founder of modern nursing.

May 7, 2024

Air Force nurse puts trauma experience to test in new role

NELLIS AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. — Trauma nurse Capt. Angela Leonardo thrives on the chaos of the emergency room. As the Air Force’s only trauma center, Mike O’Callaghan Military Medical Center (MOMMC) offers Air Force medics like Leonardo valuable life-saving opportunities while also providing the Las Vegas community with additional access to emergency care.

May 7, 2024

Womack earns “A” Top Safety Honors from Leapfrog Group

Womack Army Medical Center (WAMC) earned an "A" grade from the Leapfrog Group in the most recent Leapfrog ratings. “This outstanding achievement is a testament to the teamwork and unwavering commitment required to provide safe and high-quality health to our patients. I am very proud of the organization and honored to be part of such a dedicated team of professionals,” said Col. David Zinnante, WAMC Commander.

May 7, 2024

Cannon AFB Medical Group continues targeted care model

CANNON AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. — Cannon AFB Air Commandos seeking mental health care can begin the vectoring process by scheduling an appointment with the 27th SOMDG behavioral health clinic at (575) 784-1108.

May 6, 2024

Walter Reed Hosts Inaugural Healthcare Expo 2024

WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — On May 9, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Walter Reed National Military Medical Center will host its first-ever Healthcare Resources Expo in the America Zone, Building 19. This expo aims to provide valuable networking opportunities for staff, patients and their families, face-to-face interactions with medical providers, and a comprehensive look into the services and facilities at Walter Reed.