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Sept. 1, 2026
It’s not just care at Walter Reed; it’s family: Finding answers after years of pelvic pain
BETHESDA, Md. — For many women dealing with chronic pelvic pain, the journey to an accurate diagnosis and treatment can take years. At Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, gynecologic specialists are working to change that experience through advanced treatment and patient-centered care.
Combined Pain Care Skills Training, SUD symposium puts focus on drug-free modalities
BETHESDA, Md. — Completing deployments to Afghanistan and Kuwait more than six years ago, U.S. Army Reserve Lt. Col. Michelle Nordstrom shared that she started performing battlefield acupuncture to help service members better manage their pain after injury. She received training to deliver the protocol from retired U.S. Air Force Col. (Dr.) Richard C. Niemtzow, known as “the father of battlefield acupuncture,” who passed away last year.
Aug. 26, 2026
Walter Reed lactation consultant brings awareness to National Breastfeeding Month
BETHESDA, Md. — Walter Reed National Military Medical Center stands as a designated “Baby-Friendly Hospital,” a distinction that reflects its rigorous adherence to the World Health Organization’s (WHO) 10 steps to successful breastfeeding and mother-baby bonding. Originally designated by the WHO in 2017, Walter Reed is one of only 460 hospitals nationwide—and one of just three on a military installation—to hold this prestigious status.
Soldiers graduate from Practical Nurse Course at Walter Reed
BETHESDA, Md. — Ready to take their skills to the field as team members of the frontline of military medical care to enhance force readiness, more than 30 Soldiers graduated from the U.S. Army Practical Nurse Course (PNC) in Class 26-009 at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center on Aug. 14.
A new front on cancer: Walter Reed’s Murtha Cancer Center unleashes cutting-edge CAR-T therapy
BETHESDA, Md. — Walter Reed National Military Medical Center’s Murtha Cancer Center was recently approved to deliver an advanced form of treatment for cancer. The therapy, known as Chimeric Antigen Receptor T-cell therapy (CAR-T), allows Walter Reed to treat patients with forms of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma and acute lymphoblastic leukemia by reprogramming their own blood cells to hunt and destroy the cancer cells within them.
Aug. 24, 2026
MHS recognizes Walter Reed young investigator for research on bleed control, warfighter medical readiness
BETHESDA, Md. — Investigating an innovated procedure to save service members’ lives on the battlefield by controlling bleeding at or near the point of injury, Military Health System (MHS) leadership recently recognized a Walter Reed National Military Medical Center general surgery resident the Young Investigators Award.
Aug. 20, 2026
Building readiness at Walter Reed through social wellness and resiliency
BETHESDA, Md. — For the military community and the staff at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, social wellness and resiliency are not only personal goals, but also a foundation of mission readiness. The definition of social wellness is the ability to build healthy relationships, connect with others, and create a sense of belonging in a community.
Walter Reed, NCR Pain Initiative lead in integrating pain care, substance use disorder treatment
BETHESDA, Md. — Focused on improving pain management and avoiding substance use disorder (SUD), the National Capital Region (NCR) Pain Initiative at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center recently hosted the 2026 Combined Pain Care Skills Training and SUD Symposium.
Aug. 13, 2026
Walter Reed promotes importance of immunizations
BETHESDA, Md. — While August is recognized as National Immunization Awareness Month, staff at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center’s Allergy, Immunology and Immunization Clinic encourage patients to make year-round consideration of their immunization status a priority. Staying on top of immunizations not only keeps families and communities safe from disease but also helps ensure our service members are healthy and fit to stand on the front lines in defense of the nation.
Aug. 12, 2026
Feel-good Medicine: Preparing for global adventures with Walter Reed's Travel Clinic
BETHESDA, Md. — For many, global travel is a source of excitement and adventure. To ensure these journeys are safe and healthy, service members, their families, and other beneficiaries have access to comprehensive pre-travel medical care at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. While known for its specialized services, many may not be aware that Walter Reed offers several convenient options for travel medicine consultations.