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SAN DIEGO (April 1, 2025) – Naval Medical Center San Diego (NMCSD) Chief Petty Officers (CPOs) gather at Flag Circle to celebrate the 132nd Chief Petty Officer Birthday with a traditional cake-cutting ceremony, Apr. 1, 2025. In the background, Master Chief Hospital Corpsman Lukas Gardner (R), NMCSD Director for Administration’s senior enlisted leader, and Chief Hospital Corpsman Nathaniel Garrett (L), NMCSD deputy reserve program director, cut the ceremonial cake as the respective oldest and youngest CPOs in attendance, symbolizing the continuity of leadership and mentorship within the Mess. The mission of NMCSD is to provide a superior experience for our patients, staff, and warfighters. NMCSD employs more than 5,000 active-duty military personnel, civilians, and contractors in southern California to deliver exceptional care afloat and ashore.