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May 13, 2021

NASA Astronaut Offers Advice to Medical Students at WRNMMC, USU

WRNMMC, Bethesda, MD — Army Col. Andrew Morgan, “a Soldier, military physician and NASA astronaut,” visited Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC) May 6, to discuss his career and offer advice to students in graduate medical education (GME) programs at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU) and WRNMMC, both located on Naval Support Activity Bethesda (NSAB).

April 5, 2021

Leaders Sign Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month Proclamation

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Bethesda MD — Leaders of Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC), Troop Command and Navy Medicine Readiness & Training Command (NMRTC) at WRNMMC, signed a proclamation March 31 observing April as Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month.

March 1, 2021

WRNMMC Observes Women’s History Month

Bethesda, MD — Walter Reed National Military Medical Center began its observance of Women’s History Month with a proclamation signing Feb. 24 in the Tower’s rotunda at WRNMMC.

Feb. 10, 2021

Hollyanne Milley, WRNMMC Observe American Heart Month

Bethesda, MD — The nation annually observes American Heart Month during February to raise awareness about heart disease as the leading cause of death among Americans, especially women. In addition, Americans recognize the first Friday in February as National Wear Red Day, focused also on increasing public knowledge and sentiments about heart health.

Jan. 28, 2021

WRNMMC’s 3D MAC Director Earns Industry Achievement Award

Bethesda, MD — 3D printing in health care has taken off, and Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC) has one of the most skilled and capable medical application centers (MAC), producing more than 1,000 products annually for beneficiaries and supporting military medicine. Peter Liacouras, heads the five-person 3D MAC team, which is part of WRNMMC’s Department of Radiology. Liacouras recently received the 2020 SME Industry Achievement Award, which recognizes individuals and teams for accomplishments impacting the additive manufacturing industry, or any industry through the application of additive manufacturing technologies.

Jan. 15, 2021

Director’s Update Regarding COVID Vaccine Supply

Bethesda, Maryland — The health and safety of the staff and beneficiaries of Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC) remain our top priority, and we are committed to providing the most current information as we fight the global pandemic of COVID-19.

Jan. 4, 2021

WRNMMC Surgeon Recognized by AMSUS

Bethesda, Maryland — Army Maj. (Dr.) Steve Hong received the Association of Military Surgeons of the United States (AMSUS) Physician Award during the 2020 AMSUS Awards ceremony held recently.

Dec. 23, 2020

Stem Cell Transplant Program at WRNMMC Accredited, Recognized

Bethesda, Maryland — The Stem Cell Transplant Program at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC) has been accredited by the Foundation for the Accreditation of Cellular Therapy (FACT) and recognized by the Joint Commission (JC) for maintaining the standards and requirements of FACT.

Dec. 23, 2020

Surgeons at WRNMMC Complete First Cardiac Contractility Modulation Device Implantation Surgery Within the DoD

Bethesda, Maryland — On Nov. 24, surgeons at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC) completed the first cardiac contractility modulation device implantation surgery within the Department of Defense. The surgery was lead by Army LTC (Dr.) John Symons.

Dec. 23, 2020

Seasonal Depression and the Holidays

Bethesda, Maryland — The winter holidays are traditionally seen as a time of celebration and gathering with friends and family. However, many people suffering from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) can feel as if December is a month of depression and worry. Add in the COVID-19 Pandemic, and those who suffer from SAD have it more difficult than ever this year.