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Nov. 27, 2023

American Red Cross Holidays for Heroes accepting donations for troops

WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — Even heroes need a boost, and during the holidays, many people wonder if the military and their families are feeling supported. If you’d like to show your appreciation for these individuals, the American Red Cross is ready to help you make a difference. You can send small donations of toiletries, low-value gift cards for chain restaurants and entertainment (such as iTunes, Google, Amazon), individually wrapped snacks, new clothing items, and other items to servicemembers and their families.

Nov. 20, 2023

Blood Bank Fellowship Specialist in Blood Banking program at Walter Reed reaccredited

WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — The Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) recently reaccredited the Armed Services Blood Bank Fellowship Specialist in Blood Banking program at Walter Reed.

Nov. 16, 2023

Walter Reed Salutes Perioperative Nurses

WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — Retired Army Lt. Col. Kristine Timmerman, a perioperative nurse at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, simply says she became a nurse, “to serve.” That sentiment is shared among many of the Walter Reed nurses who ensure that each patient’s surgical journey at “The President’s Hospital” is as comfortable and safe as possible.

Nov. 15, 2023

Defense Health Agency's Sustainability Initiative Thrives at Walter Reed

WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — On a picturesque fall day on Walter Reed’s campus, Soldiers, Sailors, and Airmen run laps around the track encircling a serene pond in front of the iconic tower designed by President Franklin D. Roosevelt. Meanwhile, patients, accompanied by their caretakers, stroll through the hospital grounds, embarking on a journey toward improved health and well-being. As stewards of this historic campus, stakeholders connected with the Defense Health Agency’s Sustainability Initiative meet periodically to develop plans to preserve historic buildings on base while building new, state-of-the-art facilities to advance medical care for our nation’s service members.

Nov. 14, 2023

National Radiologic Technology Week celebrates behind-the-scenes heroes impacting health care

WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — National Radiologic Technology Week, observed annually during the week with Nov. 8, celebrates the heroes behind the scenes who play a huge role in the safe, quality health care delivered at Walter Reed and other medical facilities. This year, NRTW is celebrated Nov. 5-11.

Nov. 13, 2023

Walter Reed Hearing Scientist Selected as a 2023 Presidential Rank Award Winner

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia — FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency (DHA) announced today that Walter Reed National Military Medical Center’s (WRNMMC) Dr. Douglas S. Brungart has been recognized as a recipient of the 2023 Presidential Rank Award (PRA), one of the most prestigious awards in Federal government service. The award recognizes the important contributions of public servants across the federal government as determined by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM).

Nov. 13, 2023

Former Washington Capitals Team Pup Joins Walter Reed’s Facility Dog Team

WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — Washington Capitals National Hockey League players Nic Dowd and Beck Malenstyn came to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC) for the enlistment ceremony of K-9 Biscuit on Nov. 7, held in front of the medical center’s historic Tower.

Nov. 8, 2023

Walter Reed Hearing Scientist Wins 2023 Prestigious Presidential Rank Award

WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — When Dr. Douglas S. Brungart, Ph.D., the Chief Scientist of the National Military Audiology and Speech Pathology Center (NMASC) at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC) learned he had won a prestigious 2023 Presidential Rank Award for his leadership, contributions, and relentless commitment to public service, he was joyfully astonished.

Nov. 7, 2023

Walter Reed and American Red Cross in the National Capital Region Gear up for Annual Holidays for Heroes Program

WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — The time-honored bond between the American public and the military is celebrated and reinforced with the American Red Cross, the National Capital & Greater Chesapeake Region's annual Holidays for Heroes initiative. During the holiday season, it provides an opportunity for individuals and organizations to extend their gratitude and support to the local military communities.

Nov. 6, 2023

Sarah Bernstein: Illuminating the Path of Nursing with Kindness

WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — In the corridors of Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC), a nurse quietly goes about her duties, but the story of her journey is nothing short of extraordinary. Sarah Bernstein, RN, MS, AOCN, stands as a beacon of unwavering dedication and compassionate care for her patients. Her 37-year-long career is a testament to the transformative power of a nurse, and her path to nursing is rooted in a moment of clarity that forever changed the course of her life.