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July 8, 2022
WRNMMC’s CXO praises staff for service to the nation’s heroes
WRNMMC, Bethesda, MD — The new Chief Experience Officer (CXO) of the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC) is lauding staff for their resilience and dedication to serving the nation’s heroes, especially during challenging times.
June 28, 2022
WRNMMC’s Infectious Disease Prevention and Control Committee Chair sheds light on monkeypox virus
WRNMMC, Bethesda, MD — The Chair of the Infection Prevention and Control Committee at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center said the Monkeypox virus would likely not spread in the U.S. like COVID-19. LCDR Sara Robinson, who is also an infectious diseases physician, made the comment on June 6 while shedding light on the virus and its mode of transmission after infections had been reported in over 30 countries. As of June 22, CDC says 156 confirmed cases of monkeypox have been reported in the U.S. in 23 states and the District of Columbia.
June 21, 2022
Skin Cancer Summit Focuses on Prevention, Detection, Treatment
WRNMMC, Bethesda, MD — The Murtha Cancer Center (MCC) at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center hosted its 2022 Skin Cancer Summit virtually, followed by skin cancer screenings for Military Health System beneficiaries in Outpatient Dermatology Clinic at WRNMMC on June 2.
May 26, 2022
WRNMMC Director BG Davis pays tribute to victims of the recent U.S. gun shootings
WRNMMC, Bethesda, MD — The Director of Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC), Brig. General Jack Davis, paid tribute to victims of the recent shooting at an elementary school in Texas during a recent morning colors formation at the facility. He said the tragic event and others like it are especially impactful on the staff, which is largely made up of military personnel and healthcare workers who are committed to protecting lives.
May 18, 2022
WRNMMC Leadership Recognizes Nursing Team Members
WRNMMC, Bethesda, MD — Leadership at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center recognized a few of its valued nursing team members, presenting awards to honorees at their worksites May 10 as part of the Nurses Week celebration.
May 9, 2022
WRNMMC’s prosthetics unit gives relief to military kid with special needs
WRNMMC, Bethesda, MD — Paisley Minor is just 5 years old, but yet she is strong and talented. Her friendly smile brightens the room as she enters the prosthetics and orthopedics unit despite her struggle to walk. Paisley is a double amputee who has had a total of seven surgeries. She is also battling several other medical conditions. She can only walk with the help of artificial limbs, but that does not stop her from being herself - happy, singing, smiling and sometimes running.
May 6, 2022
WRNMMC’s Chief Nursing Officer commends nurses for their service to the nation’s heroes
WRNMMC, Bethesda, MD — National Nurses Week, observed May 6-12, recognizes and honors the special role nurses play in the field of health care and the welfare of their patients. But according to Chief Nursing Officer Navy Capt. Jessica Beard, the nurses at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC) deserve recognition year-round because of the unique roles they fill serving at the Flagship of Military Medicine.
May 4, 2022
Veteran applauds WRNMMC prosthetics unit for excellent services
WRNMMC, Bethesda, MD — For more than a decade, Earl Granville has been making the four-hour drive from his home near Philadelphia to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. During his treatment visits, he undergoes rigorous sessions of physical therapy and has regular maintenance performed on his prosthetic limbs by the staff of WRNMMC’s Department of Rehabilitation. When necessary, the devices are completely replaced. He said he has regained a great deal of strength and confidence due to the service he receives, which is especially important to him as a veteran involved in the work of helping and supporting other veterans.
April 12, 2022
WRNMMC’s Darnall Medical Library awarded for its contribution to advancing health research
WRNMMC, Bethesda, MD — The Darnall Medical Library at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC) has been selected as one of the recipients of the 2022 Research Advancement in Health Sciences Award.
April 1, 2022
NICoE Hosts Virtual Program Focused on Nutrition Therapy after Brain Injury
WRNMMC, Bethesda, MD — In observance of Brain Injury Awareness Month and National Nutrition Month, both observed during March, the National Intrepid Center of Excellence (NICoE) hosted a virtual program focused on nutrition therapy after brain injury on March 17.