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"Calm Under Pressure": JBSA-Lackland Pharmacy teams operate through nationwide cyberattack
March 25, 2024
— Last month, a reported cyberattack on the nation’s largest commercial prescription processor impacted military clinics and hospitals worldwide, as well as some retail pharmacies. In response, the 59th Medical Wing's Pharmacy team at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland implemented emergency plans to continue serving patients and provide medical support to the United States Air Force's basic training mission...
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Passion, purpose and dental care: Capt. Anna Olson's odyssey
March 8, 2024
— The story follows Capt. Anna Olson's journey from her Southern roots to becoming a dedicated dentist serving in the U.S. Air Force. Inspired by her grandfather's military service, Olson's passion for dentistry was ignited during her formative years...
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JBSA hosts Retiree Appreciation Day at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center
March 4, 2024
— The 802nd Force Support Squadron, along with the 502nd Force Support Group and 502nd Air Base Wing, hosted Military Retiree Appreciation Day at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center, on March 2, 2024. The event featured more than a dozen local vendors with veteran support programs and a health fair to help make medical services more available to retirees and their families. ...
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Navigating care: A guide to WHASC Patient Travel Program
February 16, 2024
— For military retirees and beneficiaries, accessing specialized care is made easier with Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center’s Patient Travel Program. Through its comprehensive support and commitment, navigating medical care becomes a smoother journey for all involved. The program welcomes all TRICARE Prime beneficiaries, including active duty personnel, retirees, and dependents...
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Operation AGILE Medic: Joint Forces Collaborate in Full-Spectrum Medical Readiness Exercise
February 6, 2024
— In December 2023, military forces conducted Operation AGILE Medic at Joint Base San Antonio-Camp Bullis, Texas. More than 100 medical professionals collaborated to enhance full-spectrum medical readiness. The exercise addressed communication and training gaps, incorporating stress-inducing scenarios and a phased training approach...
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Royal Thai Air Force nurses team up with 59th MDW for U.S. healthcare collaboration
October 3, 2023
— During July and August 2023, the 59th Medical Wing hosted a team of five Royal Thai Air Force nurses from Bhumibol Adulyadej Hospital, Sai Mai District, Bangkok, Thailand, known for delivering primary care services to RTAF personnel and the wider community...
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Transforming lives, one eye at a time: Local medical personnel take part in ophthalmology mission, Panamax Alpha 2023
September 11, 2023
— In July 2023, a team of 32 members from the Air Force, Army, and Navy embarked on an Ophthalmology Medical Readiness Training Exercise, or MEDRETE, to Regional Hospital Dr. Luis "Chicho" Fabrega in Santiago de Veraguas, Panama...
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San Antonio Market speeds up hiring process for medical professionals
July 31, 2023
— The San Antonio Market has streamlined the onboarding process for new civilian employees, resulting in a 305% hiring increase. The market, which includes Brooke Army Medical Center and Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center, has hired more than 660 people since introducing onboarding fairs in December 2022...
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59th MDW Top Eye: Airman 1st Class Samantha Sim
February 7, 2023
— Airman 1st Class Samantha Sim, 59th Surgical Operations Squadron ophthalmic technician, was nominated to be the first Top Eye of October 2022 at the Ophthalmology clinic at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, Nov. 4, 2022. The Ophthalmology clinic started having Airman's Time on the first Friday of every month where they recognize one outstanding individual nominated as the Top Eye...
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National Woman Physician Day: Maj. Hannah Valdes-Chenoweth
February 6, 2023
— The 59th Medical Wing highlighted Maj. Hannah Valdes-Chenoweth, 959th Surgical Operations Squadron obstetrician and gynecologist, in honor of National Woman Physician Day. Valdes-Chenoweth took over as medical director in the Women’s Health Clinic at Wilford Hall Surgical Ambulatory Center, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas in August 2022...
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59th Medical Wing cancels appointments and procedures
January 31, 2023
— Due to inclement weather and Joint Base San Antonio base closures, the 59th Medical Wing has canceled appointments and procedures scheduled after 12:00 p.m. today, Jan. 31, 2023, at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center, Dunn Dental Clinic, AF Postgraduate Dental Clinic, Gateway Bulverde and Randolph Medical Treatment Facilities...
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Researchers publish groundbreaking study on trauma-related sleep disorder
October 12, 2022
— A team of military and civilian researchers has identified a new sleep disorder that’s been disrupting the lives of trauma survivors for decades, if not centuries. The Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine published the groundbreaking study, titled “Clinical and polysomnographic features of trauma associated sleep disorder,” on its site in August...
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TRICARE operations and patient administration, EFMP streamline processes
October 6, 2022
— All TRICARE operations and patient administration flight services, as well as the Exceptional Family Member Program office, are now located on the third floor of A-Wing at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center...
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WHASC Physical Therapy launches Direct Access Clinic, walk-in hours
August 29, 2022
— Joint Base San Antonio's active duty members no longer have to schedule an appointment to seek treatment for acute (meaning symptoms have been occurring for less than 14 days) musculoskeletal issues. The 59th Medical Wing's Physical Therapy team has launched a Direct Access Clinic where active duty patients can seek walk-in treatment four mornings a week...
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WHASC hosts blood drives June 21, 22
June 16, 2022
— The need for blood is urgent. This is your chance to save the life of a military member. The Armed Services Blood Program is in need of all blood types...
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59th Medical Wing conducts simulator center training
May 18, 2022
— The 59th Medical Wing began conducting training every week starting May 4. This training maintains readiness by reinforcing assessment and treatment of life threatening traumatic injuries...
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59th Medical Wing close drive-thru COVID-19 screening/testing site; other testing options available
March 30, 2022
— The 59th Medical Wing will close the Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center drive-thru COVID-19 screening and testing site April 1...
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59th MDW extends obstetric services
March 16, 2022
— The Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center’s Women’s Health Clinic is now offering obstetric services to include prenatal and postpartum care and expanding services for walk-in patients...
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Vaccine operations change at 59th Medical Wing
November 30, 2021
— In preparation for the launch of MHS-Genesis (new electronic health record) and to improve the patient experience, the Wilford Hall Immunizations Clinic is changing to appointment-based immunizations starting Dec. 20, 2021...
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BAMC halts COVID-19 vaccinations Dec. 3 at Training Support Center, Building 4110
November 29, 2021
— The last day for operations at the COVID-19 vaccination site located in the Training Support Center, Building 4110, at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston will be Dec. 3, 2021. COVID-19 vaccines at BAMC will be available starting Dec. 6 by appointment only in all Primary, Pediatrics, TMC, and OBGYN clinics. Flu vaccines are currently being offered in the clinics as well...
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