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June 14, 2023
Neuropsychiatry/TBI Unit at Walter Reed unique in DoD
WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC) has the Department of Defense’s only Neuropsychiatry/Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Unit. It serves as a referral program for Military Health System (MHS) beneficiaries throughout the defense department, as well as for congressional members needing care for the impacts of head injuries and other behavioral health challenges.
June 8, 2023
Walter Reed doctor named Navy’s Early Career Psychiatrist of the Year
WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — “The platform for practicing as a military psychiatrist is diverse. A day could consist of treating patients in many settings, such as inpatient and outpatients, attending meetings with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the missions are being optimized, and mentoring enlisted staff as well as teaching trainees,” shared Navy Lt. Cmdr. (Dr.) Eric Serpico.
Overcoming the odds: A celebration of cancer survivorship at Walter Reed
WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — The Murtha Cancer Center at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center celebrated life during the two-day Cancer Survivorship Days Celebration, June 5-6.
June 7, 2023
Walter Reed revives Cancer Survivorship Days two-day event
WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — Walter Reed National Military Medical Center wrapped up Cancer Survivorship Days event, a two-day celebration of life for cancer survivors and their families.
Campbell becomes Walter Reed’s new director for education, training and research
WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — Navy Cmdr. (Dr.) Wesley Campbell recently became the new director for Education, Training and Research (DETR) at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.
June 1, 2023
Murtha Cancer Center hosts annual Skin Cancer Summit
WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — The Murtha Cancer Center at Walter Reed, the only Department of Defense Cancer Center of Excellence in the Military Health System, hosted its annual Skin Cancer Summit virtually on May 25. May is National Skin Cancer and Melanoma Awareness Month.
May 30, 2023
Walter Reed recognizes research award winners
WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — Today’s medical breakthroughs began with research, many with roots in military medicine. Walter Reed National Military Medical Center celebrated recent research work produced by members of its health care team who continue the legacy of advancing health care through safe and quality investigative work.
Walter Reed NICoE introduces Dance Movement Therapy for Service Members
WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — Walter Reed National Military Medical Center's National Intrepid Center of Excellence (NICoE) hosted a Dance Movement Therapy class Friday, May 26. The class, a pioneering blend of rehabilitative treatment and Pacific Island dances provides a unique therapeutic approach to addressing service members' physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs.
Walter Reed recognized for sustainability efforts
WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — Walter Reed National Military Medical Center received the Greenhealth Partner for Change Award from Practice Greenhealth, the nation's leading organization dedicated to environmental sustainability in health care. The award was presented during the CleanMed 2023 Conference, held May 23-25 in Pittsburgh.
Researchers from Walter Reed shine in Navy-wide competition
WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — Researchers from Walter Reed National Military Medical Center earned top awards in the 38th Annual Navy-wide Academic Research Competition held May 16 at Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command (NMRTC), Portsmouth, Virginia.