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Jan. 24, 2024
Allergy/Immunology fellows from Walter Reed come out on top in FIT Bowl
WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — The FIT Bowl is one the most anticipated events every year during the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) Annual Scientific Meeting. During the most recent bowl, which celebrated its 32nd anniversary, fellows from Walter Reed walked away with the first-place trophy in the fast-paced, fun “College Bowl” style game contested before a live, enthusiastic audience. Army Capts. (Drs.) Andrew Weskamp and Jeremy McMurray, from the National Capital Consortium (NCC) Allergy and Immunology Fellowship program, finished first in the competition among fellows-in-training (FIT) held in Anaheim, California on Nov. 11. The NCC includes graduate medical education (GME) programs at Walter Reed, Uniformed Services University, Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center at Fort Belvoir, Virginia, and other military health-care training program in the region.
Jan. 22, 2024
Pediatric Sedation Unit makes a difference in the care of children at Walter Reed
WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — “Children are not merely ‘little adults.’ There are unique physiological and maturational changes that occur with age. There is also no one-size-fits-all approach to medications for children. Children are constantly growing, and so their medication doses are given based on their bodyweight and repeated as needed to achieve the desired effect in the safest manner.” Army Col. (Dr.) Jennifer Kicker, medical director of the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit and Pediatric Sedation Services at Walter Reed, shared that professional knowledge in explaining the mission of the Pediatric Sedation Unit (PSU).
Jan. 18, 2024
Physicians of the nation’s youngest warriors present research work at pediatric conference
WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — Walter Reed provides safe and quality care to all its beneficiaries, including the youngest warriors – children of the men and women who serve in uniform. To provide the best care, those who treat Walter Reed’s young patients receive world-class training and conduct innovative research in pediatrics.
Jan. 17, 2024
National Blood Donor Month highlights vital need for donations
WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — January is National Blood Donor Month, an observance to encourage people to consider donating blood and platelets, explained Navy Lt. Michelle Wallace, director of the Armed Services Blood Bank Center – National Capital Region, located on Naval Support Activity Bethesda, home to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.
Jan. 10, 2024
Walter Reed Gains New Momentum in 2024 Supporting the Defense Health Agency’s Sustainability Initiative
WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — A new generation of leaders committed to sustainability takes the helm at Walter Reed, anxiously accepting the invitation from the Defense Health Agency to find creative solutions to creating greenspace, managing hospital resources and disposing of waste in more environmentally friendly forms.
Jan. 8, 2024
A New Year, A New You: Exercising 'CAN' help you do it!
WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — A new year is a great time to improve your health and fitness. You CAN do it! This new year, when working on your fitness resolutions, remember this phrase, “You CAN do it!” The acronym CAN means Consistency, Accountability, and New (exercises).
Jan. 4, 2024
Walter Reed Director Shares Joy with Family of the Hospital’s 2024 First Born
WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — Walter Reed National Military Medical Center proudly announces the birth of Azarias Navarro, the first baby born in the hospital in 2024. In a time-honored tradition, Walter Reed director U.S. Navy Capt. (Dr.) Melissa Austin presented a gift basket to the Navarro family to commemorate the milestone. Jan. 4, 2024.
Jan. 3, 2024
Walter Reed nursing team recognizes former member with the DAISY Award
WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — Walter Reed’s Directorate for Nursing recognized former Army Sgt. Brandon Keller, a licensed practical nurse, as its December 2023 DAISY Award honoree.
Dec. 28, 2023
The Art of Healing: Creating A Safe Space for Pediatric Cancer Patients
WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — A Voyage of Discovery Like most aspiring artists, Sara C. Cantrell envisioned creating paintings, drawings, and sculptures that provoked curiosity and conversations. Seeking to make a career of her artistic talent – and leaning towards a career as an academic, she earned a bachelor’s in fine art from The South Carolina School of Arts at Anderson University and a master’s in art therapy from George Washington University.
Dec. 27, 2023
Walter Reed’s Nursing Wound Care Team Wins 2023 Defense Health Agency Award
WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — Walter Reed National Military Medical Center proudly announces that its Nursing Wound Care team won a prestigious 2023 Ready Reliable Care (RRC) High Reliability Organization (HRO) Award for their performance improvement project titled “Reduction of Hospital-Acquired Pressure Injuries.”