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Twentynine Palms, CA

Hospital Corpsman 1st Class Courtney Smith instructs hospital corpsmen during the Sick Call Screener Course (SCSC) at Naval Medical Readiness and Training Command (NMRTC) Twentynine Palms on Feb. 12, 2025. The course, developed by NMRTC Twentynine Palms leadership, enhances medical proficiency by training corpsmen to triage and evaluate acute patients under provider supervision. By implementing the SCSC, the Adult Medical Care Clinic (AMCC) has significantly improved access to care, reducing appointment wait times from six weeks to seven days and ensuring Marines receive timely medical attention to maintain operational readiness (U.S. Navy photo by Christopher C. Jones, NHTP/NMRTC Twentynine Palms public affairs officer). Share

Twentynine Palms, CA

Hospital Corpsman 1st Class Courtney Smith instructs hospital corpsmen during the Sick Call Screener Course (SCSC) at Naval Medical Readiness and Training Command (NMRTC) Twentynine Palms on Feb. 12, 2025. The course, developed by NMRTC Twentynine Palms leadership, enhances medical proficiency by training corpsmen to triage and evaluate acute patients under provider supervision. By implementing the SCSC, the Adult Medical Care Clinic (AMCC) has significantly improved access to care, reducing appointment wait times from six weeks to seven days and ensuring Marines receive timely medical attention to maintain operational readiness (U.S. Navy photo by Christopher C. Jones, NHTP/NMRTC Twentynine Palms public affairs officer). Share

Twentynine Palms, CA

Hospital Corpsman 1st Class Courtney Smith instructs hospital corpsmen during the Sick Call Screener Course (SCSC) at Naval Medical Readiness and Training Command (NMRTC) Twentynine Palms on Feb. 12, 2025. The course, developed by NMRTC Twentynine Palms leadership, enhances medical proficiency by training corpsmen to triage and evaluate acute patients under provider supervision. By implementing the SCSC, the Adult Medical Care Clinic (AMCC) has significantly improved access to care, reducing appointment wait times from six weeks to seven days and ensuring Marines receive timely medical attention to maintain operational readiness (U.S. Navy photo by Christopher C. Jones, NHTP/NMRTC Twentynine Palms public affairs officer). Share

Cherry Point, NC

Hospital Corpsman First Class Michael Barros, center right, shares his application and acceptance experience into the U.S. Navy’s Medical Service Corps Inservice Procurement Program to fellow Sailors during a Commissioning Lunch and Learn held February 13, 2025 aboard Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point. The mentorship session provided information to clinic Sailors about commissioning opportunities. Share

Cherry Point, NC

Lieutenant William Hookes, center, shares his experiences as an officer in the United States Navy during a Commissioning Lunch and Learn held February 13, 2025 aboard Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point. The mentorship session provided information to clinic Sailors about commissioning opportunities. Share

Cherry Point, NC

Hospital Corpsman First Class Michael Barros, right, shares his application and acceptance experience into the U.S. Navy’s Medical Service Corps Inservice Procurement Program to fellow Sailors during a Commissioning Lunch and Learn held February 13, 2025 aboard Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point. The mentorship session provided information to clinic Sailors about commissioning opportunities. Share

Cherry Point, NC

Hospital Corpsman Cowhen Houchin served aboard Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point from May 2023 to February 2025 in the Pharmacy and Materials Management Departments while a member of the clinic’s Honor Guard. He was presented with the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal in recognition of his exceptional service. Share

Yokosuka , Japan

YOKOSUKA, Japan –(Jan. 29, 2025) United States Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command (USNMRTC) Yokosuka Command Master Chief Matthew Haylow donates blood during a blood drive. Personnel from Armed Services Blood Bank Center (ASBBC) Okinawa, U.S. Naval Hospital (USNH) Yokosuka and American Red Cross volunteers conduct a blood drive at Commander Fleet Activities Yokosuka’s Officers’ Club, Jan. 29 and 30. USNH Yokosuka, in partnership with the ASBBC Okinawa, successfully hosted a groundbreaking two-day blood drive, marking the first-ever mobilization of the ASBBC Okinawa team to Yokosuka. The event saw more than 200 potential donors, resulting in 110 successful whole blood donations. This initiative plays a critical role in strengthening blood sustainment efforts within the IndoPacific region at far forward military treatment facilities (MTF). Share

Yokosuka , Japan

YOKOSUKA, Japan –(Jan. 29, 2025) Personnel from Armed Services Blood Bank Center (ASBBC) Okinawa, U.S. Naval Hospital (USNH) Yokosuka and American Red Cross volunteers conduct a blood drive at Commander Fleet Activities Yokosuka’s Officers’ Club, Jan. 29 and 30. USNH Yokosuka, in partnership with the ASBBC Okinawa, successfully hosted a groundbreaking two-day blood drive, marking the first-ever mobilization of the ASBBC Okinawa team to Yokosuka. The event saw more than 200 potential donors, resulting in 110 successful whole blood donations. This initiative plays a critical role in strengthening blood sustainment efforts within the IndoPacific region at far forward military treatment facilities (MTF). Share

Yokosuka , Japan

YOKOSUKA, Japan –(Jan. 29, 2025) Personnel from Armed Services Blood Bank Center (ASBBC) Okinawa, U.S. Naval Hospital (USNH) Yokosuka and American Red Cross volunteers conduct a blood drive at Commander Fleet Activities Yokosuka’s Officers’ Club, Jan. 29 and 30. USNH Yokosuka, in partnership with the ASBBC Okinawa, successfully hosted a groundbreaking two-day blood drive, marking the first-ever mobilization of the ASBBC Okinawa team to Yokosuka. The event saw more than 200 potential donors, resulting in 110 successful whole blood donations. This initiative plays a critical role in strengthening blood sustainment efforts within the IndoPacific region at far forward military treatment facilities (MTF). Share

Yokosuka , Japan

YOKOSUKA, Japan –(Jan. 29, 2025) Personnel from Armed Services Blood Bank Center (ASBBC) Okinawa, U.S. Naval Hospital (USNH) Yokosuka and American Red Cross volunteers conduct a blood drive at Commander Fleet Activities Yokosuka’s Officers’ Club, Jan. 29 and 30. USNH Yokosuka, in partnership with the ASBBC Okinawa, successfully hosted a groundbreaking two-day blood drive, marking the first-ever mobilization of the ASBBC Okinawa team to Yokosuka. The event saw more than 200 potential donors, resulting in 110 successful whole blood donations. This initiative plays a critical role in strengthening blood sustainment efforts within the IndoPacific region at far forward military treatment facilities (MTF). Share

Yokosuka , Japan

YOKOSUKA, Japan – (Jan. 29, 2025) Personnel from Armed Services Blood Bank Center (ASBBC) Okinawa, U.S. Naval Hospital (USNH) Yokosuka and American Red Cross volunteers conduct a blood drive at Commander Fleet Activities Yokosuka’s Officers’ Club, Jan. 29 and 30. USNH Yokosuka, in partnership with the ASBBC Okinawa, successfully hosted a groundbreaking two-day blood drive, marking the first-ever mobilization of the ASBBC Okinawa team to Yokosuka. The event saw more than 200 potential donors, resulting in 110 successful whole blood donations. This initiative plays a critical role in strengthening blood sustainment efforts within the IndoPacific region at far forward military treatment facilities (MTF). Share