FORT BELVOIR, Va. – Pfc. Mahogany Mutcherson, an Operating Room Specialist (68D) in Phase II Advanced Individual Training, gains hands-on clinical experience alongside surgical teams at the Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center (ATAMMC), May 19, 2026. After overcoming significant injuries and months of rehabilitation, the Springfield, Mass., native is honing her skills in the operating room with the ultimate goal of becoming a Labor & Delivery nurse.

May 21, 2026

“What Does That Red AIT Patch Mean?” Chapter 3: Pfc. Mahogany Mutcherson's Journey at ATAMMC

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — In the heart of the Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center (ATAMMC), our Phase II Advanced Individual Training (AIT) program is not just a stepping stone; it’s a transformative experience.

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May 21, 2026

Cutting-edge care: Walter Reed proves a leader in organ transplantation

BETHESDA, Md. — Adam Keller is a retired Navy air traffic controller who was diagnosed with IgA nephropathy in 2018. IgA nephropathy, also known as Berger disease, is a chronic kidney disease caused by the buildup of immunoglobulin A (IgA), an antibody involved in immune system function, within the kidneys. Over time, this buildup can cause inflammation and progressive kidney damage that may ultimately lead to kidney failure.

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May 21, 2026

Getting mental healthcare with TRICARE For Life: What you need to know

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Taking care of your mental health is just as important as taking care of your body—and if you have TRICARE For Life, you have coverage that helps you get the care you need, when you need it.

FORT BELVOIR, Va. (May 19, 2026) – Emergency Services Technicians (NREMT) of the Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center (ATAMMC) proudly observe National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week May 19, 2026. This year’s theme, “Improving Outcomes, Together,” serves as a reminder of the invaluable contributions made by emergency medical technicians (EMTs), paramedics, and emergency personnel, especially those who serve the Fort Belvoir community.

May 20, 2026

ATAMMC Celebrates National EMS Week 2026: Honoring Our Lifesaving Heroes

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — The Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center (ATAMMC) proudly observes National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week from May 17 to May 23, 2026.

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May 20, 2026

Patient-, family-centered care highlights work spotlighted at Walter Reed

BETHESDA, Md. — Focused on efforts to enhance patient- and family-centered care (PFCC), quality and performance improvement (Q & PI), healthcare providers at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC) explained their work during the Department of Research Programs' (DRP) recent Research and Innovation Month presentations.

linicians and nursing staff assigned to David Grant Medical Center participate in operating room pressure injury prevention training at Travis Air Force Base, Calif., May 2026. The Wound Care Optimization Team provides competency-based education and hands-on instruction designed to strengthen patient safety and improve wound prevention practices throughout the medical center. (U.S. Air Force photo)

May 19, 2026

DGMC Wound care optimization team strengthens patient-centered care

TRAVIS AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. — An interdisciplinary team at David Grant Medical Center (DGMC) is improving inpatient care through a coordinated approach focused on wound prevention, early intervention, and patient recovery.

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May 19, 2026

Print or digital: Your options for getting TRICARE benefit information

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Keeping up to date with TRICARE health information is part of making the right healthcare choices for both you and your family members. Equally important, however, is how you manage your healthcare communications so you have quick and easy access to important records and information. This includes your explanation of benefits statements, bills, claims correspondence, and more.

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May 19, 2026

Showing Up: Inside BJACH’s Response to Trauma and Loss

FORT POLK, La. — In the aftermath of a traumatic event, silence often fills the room before words do.

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May 18, 2026

Research at Walter Reed looks to push medicine forward

BETHESDA, Md. — Walter Reed National Military Medical Center healthcare trainees and providers shared their laboratory and clinical research during the Department of Research Programs’ (DRP) 2026 Research and Innovation Month’s podium presentations symposium May 5.

FORT BELVOIR, Va. (May 15, 2026) – The Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center (ATAMMC) proudly announces that it has been awarded an “A” Hospital Safety Grade by the Leapfrog Group for the Spring evaluation period. This prestigious national distinction recognizes the medical center’s unwavering commitment to upholding the highest standards of patient safety and its ongoing mission to provide exceptional care.

May 18, 2026

A.T. Augusta Military Medical Center Awarded "A" Grade for Patient Safety in Spring Leapfrog Assessment

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — The Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center (ATAMMC) proudly announces that it has been awarded an “A” Hospital Safety Grade by the Leapfrog Group for the Spring evaluation period.

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