Photo image of Safety Day on June 12, 2026, at the hospital’s main campus.

June 22, 2026

WBAMC highlights safety during annual Safety Day.

WBAMC, Fort Bliss, TX — William Beaumont Army Medical Center hosted its annual Safety Day on June 12, 2026.

Navy Hospitalman Dadran Miles performs ammo can lifts during the Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command Cherry Point’s annual “Corpsman Cup” on Thursday, June 18, 2026. The competition celebrated the 128th birthday of the Navy Hospital Corps and included events stressing the physical and mental grit of the Sailors while evaluating their skills.

June 22, 2026

NMRTC Cherry Point Corpsmen Compete

MCAS Cherry Point — Corpsmen assigned to Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command Cherry Point competed to win the annual “Corpsman Cup” on Thursday, June 18, 2026. The competition celebrated the 128th birthday of the Navy Hospital Corps and included events stressing the physical and mental grit of the Sailors while evaluating their skills.

Commander Carlton Bennett III retired Friday, June 12, after more than 38 years of service in the United States Navy, ending his career aboard Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command Cherry Point. Bennett joined the Navy enlisted during a time when nearly every department on a Navy ship had a VCR and used typewriters and ended his career as a Nurse integrating advanced patient-facing health technologies to improve nursing workflow and patient safety. “Success in the Navy is a long game. You must have patience, work hard, and become exceptionally good at your job,” said Bennett during his retirement ceremony. “Then, take advantage of opportunities that allow you to shine.”

June 22, 2026

I Kept the Warfighter in the Fight: Navy Nurse Retires After 38 Years of Service

MCAS Cherry Point — Navy Cmdr. Carlton Bennett III served as an enlisted Sailor during a time when nearly every department on a Navy ship had a VCR, typewriters were used to draft official correspondence and paper letters were the only way to send correspondence home to loved ones.

GME Graduation 2026.

June 18, 2026

WBAMC Hosts Annual GME Graduation

WBAMC, Tx. — Thirty-nine interns and residents graduated from the William Beaumont Army Medical Center Graduate Medical Education program during a ceremony June 12, 2026.

Col. Mark Jacques, commander of Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center, receives the guidon from outgoing Soldier Recovery Unit commander Lt. Col. John Burns during a change of command ceremony at CRDAMC on June 18. The passing of the guidon symbolizes the transfer of authority and responsibility.

June 18, 2026

Change of command highlights mission of healing at Fort Hood Soldier Recovery Unit

FORT HOOD, Texas — As he relinquished command of the Fort Hood Soldier Recovery Unit, Lt. Col. John Burns reflected on the Soldiers, Families, and teammates who shaped his two years of leadership. Burns highlighted the SRU’s mission of advocacy and recovery, honoring the resilience of Soldier in recovery and the staff who help guide them through some of life’s most difficult challenges while reaffirming the Army’s commitment to caring for its own.

BAMC designated as DHA Maxillofacial Restoration Center of Excellence

June 18, 2026

BAMC designated as DHA Maxillofacial Restoration Center of Excellence

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas — Brooke Army Medical Center is one of two military medical treatment facilities designated as a

2026 SAUSHEC graduation ceremony

June 18, 2026

SAUSHEC graduation ceremony honors residents, fellows, accomplishment

SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS, UNITED STATES — The San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education Consortium celebrated military medical

Decoration

June 18, 2026

Walter Reed celebrates cancer survivors, highlights presidential care

BETHESDA, Md. — Melinda DeLoatch-Speight, diagnosed with Stage 3 fallopian/ovarian cancer in September 2021, described her care as “amazing” from her multi-disciplinary team at the John P. Murtha Cancer Center (MCC) at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC).

A person typing on a laptop with their left hand while holding a mug in their right hand.

June 18, 2026

Find a TRICARE provider near you

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — The first step in getting healthcare is to know where to go. TRICARE has many resources to help you find the right healthcare provider for you and your family. Depending on your plan, you’ll get care from a military hospital or clinic or a civilian provider.

Chief Master Sgt. Harvey M. McReynolds Jr., incoming command chief of the 59th Medical Wing, receives the guidon during a Change of Responsibility Ceremony at the Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, June 12, 2026.

June 17, 2026

59th Medical Wing Holds Change of Responsibility Ceremony

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas — The 59th Medical Wing held a Change of Responsibility Ceremony June 12, 2026, at the Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. During the ceremony, Chief Master Sgt. Marcus D. Washington relinquished responsibility as the wing's command chief to Chief Master Sgt. Harvey M. McReynolds Jr. The event marked the formal transfer of authority, responsibility, and accountability between the wing's senior enlisted leaders, ensuring continuity of leadership and mission readiness across the Air Force's premier medical wing.

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