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June 25, 2026

Physician Assistant program graduate looks forward to caring for warriors, families

BETHESDA, Md. — A Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC) healthcare trainee joined three others from Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center (ATAMMC) at Fort Belvoir, Virginia to graduate from one of the most demanding yet rewarding programs in the Military Health System (MHS) on June 12.

June 24, 2026

National Capital Consortium celebrates more than 240 healthcare graduates

BETHESDA, Md. — More than 240 healthcare providers graduated from medical and allied health education programs of the National Capital Consortium (NCC) on June 18 at the Strathmore Music Center in Bethesda, Maryland.

June 24, 2026

Thinking outside the booth: Walter Reed brings portable hearing readiness technology directly to the service member

BETHESDA, Md. — Hearing and auditory fitness for duty are critical for a service member’s readiness. Unlike some health assessments that can be performed virtually, hearing screenings require specialized equipment. Traditionally, this means service members must travel to a clinic and use a multi-person testing booth.

June 18, 2026

Walter Reed celebrates cancer survivors, highlights presidential care

BETHESDA, Md. — Melinda DeLoatch-Speight, diagnosed with Stage 3 fallopian/ovarian cancer in September 2021, described her care as “amazing” from her multi-disciplinary team at the John P. Murtha Cancer Center (MCC) at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC).

June 17, 2026

Walter Reed invests in Nursing Care After Trauma course to enhance readiness

BETHESDA, Md. — After training over 250 medical-surgical nursing personnel, the Directorate for Professional Practice and Clinical Excellence plans to offer its Nursing Care After Trauma course on a quarterly basis to enhance readiness.

June 16, 2026

Serving those who serve: A tribute to Truman

BETHESDA, Md. — Staff and patients at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center were recently saddened to say goodbye to a deeply loved team member. Truman, the long-standing facility dog for Walter Reed’s Military Advanced Training Center (MATC) passed away in May 2026 after a brave fight against cancer.

June 11, 2026

Achieving new heights: Walter Reed promotes adaptive sports as good medicine

BETHESDA, Md. — In 2014, then U.S. Navy hospital corpsman Jared Lenahan was grievously injured following a climbing accident during his deployment to Sigonella, Italy. After a brief period of care in Europe, he was transferred to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, where he was a patient for almost five years.

June 8, 2026

Fun, Sun and Safety: Walter Reed hosts summer safety event

BETHESDA, Md. — Walter Reed National Military Medical Center held its annual Summer Safety Day on June 4. Presenters from various departments throughout the hospital, and several visiting organizations, including D.C. Metro, the Montgomery County Emergency Management department and DC Safe among others, set up tables and displays in Bldg. 39’s courtyard, providing information focused on general safety and tips on avoiding injury and illness.

June 4, 2026

Walter Reed earns MHS Excellence in High Reliability Award; providers recognized for exceptional care

BETHESDA, Md. — Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC) and two of its healthcare providers earned awards for high reliability and exceptional patient care during the 2026 Military Health System (MHS) Conference held May 26-29 in Dallas, Texas.

June 3, 2026

World-Class Medicine: Inside Walter Reed’s pharmacies

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center boasts one of the most innovative and comprehensive approaches to pharmaceutical care within the U.S. Military Health System. While many people dread a trip to the pharmacy, typically imagining having to stand in line to acquire their prescriptions, that is not the case at this flagship facility. Walter Reed’s pharmacy services are implementing an ever-expanding series of methods to streamline and improve their customers’ experience.