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Teaming up for patient safety strengthens military readiness
March 10, 2026 — Every day, care teams at military hospitals and clinics work to keep patients safe. Patient safety is everyone’s job across the Military Health System. Patient Safety Awareness Week takes place through March 14. This year’s theme, “Teaming Up for Patient Safety,” shows how teamwork helps keep patients safe and improves care. ... MORE

New Leash on Life: BAMC commissions furry friend to Soldier Recovery Unit
March 5, 2026 — In a ceremony filled with heartfelt speeches and enthusiastic tail wags, Brooke Army Medical Center welcomed its newest four-legged officer Feb. 27, 2026... MORE

BAMC receives 2025 Digital Health Most Wired recognition
February 18, 2026 — Brooke Army Medical Center has once again been named one of the nation’s “Most Wired” medical facilities for its innovative use of health information technology by the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives... MORE

BAMC conducts combined Best Medic, Best Squad competition
January 20, 2026 — Brooke Army Medical Center conducted a combined Best Medic and Best Squad Competition from Jan. 9-12, 2026, at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston and JBSA-Camp Bullis, Texas... MORE

BAMC receives highest Leapfrog grade for safe, high-quality care
January 15, 2026 — Brooke Army Medical Center received an “A” Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade for Fall 2025, demonstrating a commitment to continuous improvement in providing high-quality care to its patients... MORE

BAMC personnel assist patient during holiday event
January 12, 2026 — Brooke Army Medical Center personnel attending a Wreaths Across America event at the Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery were in the right place at the right time Dec. 13, 2025... MORE

BAMC welcomes first baby of 2026
January 9, 2026 — Brooke Army Medical Center didn’t win San Antonio’s Baby New Year race this year, but one military couple received the distinction of having BAMC’s first baby of 2026... MORE

BAMC provides comprehensive care for military, civilian patients
December 17, 2025 — Brooke Army Medical Center provides emergent and rehabilitative services for San Antonio and the south Texas community to ensure patients receive safe, quality care... MORE

BAMC medical-surgical nursing staff completes bi-annual simulation training
December 10, 2025 — Medical/Surgical Section nursing staff at Brooke Army Medical Center participated in a simulation training skills fair Nov. 17-21... MORE

BAMC among 18 military hospitals to receive Leapfrog's highest Hospital Safety Grade
December 4, 2025 — The Defense Health Agency announced 18 military hospitals, including Brooke Army medical Center, received an "A" rating in the Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade assessment for fall 2025. These high grades reflect DHA’s commitment to transparency and continuous improvement in providing high-quality care to its patients. ... MORE

BAMC participates in city-wide mass casualty exercise
November 17, 2025 — Brooke Army Medical Center participated in the San Antonio Mass Casualty Exercise and Evaluation Oct. 15... MORE

San Antonio Mass Casualty Exercise and Evaluation

Texas A&M Health brings mobile forensic simulation unit to BAMC
September 23, 2025 — The Texas A&M Health Center of Excellence in Forensic Nursing recently brought their mobile forensic simulation unit to Brooke Army Medical Center... MORE

BAMC launches Surgical Cardiac Advanced Life Support training program
September 18, 2025 — The Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit 3 South Unit Practice Council launched the first Surgical Cardiac Advanced Life Support certification program at Brooke Army Medical Center Aug. 18-21, 2025... MORE

Surgical Cardiac Unit Advanced Life Support training

BAMC recognizes teens for volunteer service
August 11, 2025 — Brooke Army Medical Center recognized the contributions of their Summer Youth Volunteer Program participants during a ceremony in the Carolyn D. Putnam Auditorium at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston on Aug. 6... MORE

It’s a new day: Pilot survives fiery crash, flies again
July 30, 2025 — On April 29, 2024, retired Army Master Sgt. Chris Hiatt was coming in for a routine landing at the Castroville Airport when something went terribly wrong... MORE

BAMC takes first place in annual DECON Rodeo
June 5, 2025 — Brooke Army Medical Center took first place during the Southwest Texas Regional Advisory Council’s annual Decontamination Rodeo, May 15, 2025, at the Southwest Texas Regional Advisory Council facility... MORE

Sixteen military hospitals, including BAMC, receive Leapfrog's highest safety grade
May 20, 2025 — Sixteen military hospitals, including Brooke Army Medical center at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas, received an "A" rating in the latest safety grade assessment by the Leapfrog Group, a national, independent organization focused on health care quality... MORE

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BAMC holds grand opening for ASYMCA’s Children’s Waiting Room
May 7, 2025 — Brooke Army Medical Center celebrated the grand opening for the Armed Forces YMCA’s Children’s Waiting Room with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on April 25. The new facility, located inside the main entrance to the hospital, will provide free childcare for active duty service members and their dependents while they are attending medical appointments. ... MORE

Several BAMC clinics currently have enrollment availability
May 5, 2025 — Brooke Army Medical Center has several primary care clinics currently open to enrollment of TRICARE Prime beneficiaries... MORE

BAMC recognizes exceptional service of volunteers
April 21, 2025 — Brooke Army Medical Center held a volunteer recognition ceremony April 16 to honor the individuals who donate their time to serve others. ... MORE