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BAMC earns Full Transparency Badge from The Leapfrog Group
July 29, 2026 — Brooke Army Medical Center has earned the Leapfrog Full Transparency Badge, recognizing the hospital's commitment to publicly reporting information about patient safety and quality through the annual Leapfrog Hospital Survey...

59MDW/ST, BAMC collaborate with HJF to award 2026 CSION fellowships
July 16, 2026 — The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine has partnered with the Air Force’s 59th Medical Wing Office of the Chief Scientist, Science & Technology and the Brooke Army Medical Center Department of Clinical Investigation to provide gifted funding for the Clinician Scientist Investigator Opportunity Network seedling proposal program...

BAMC celebrates 30th anniversary during Invincible Spirit Festival
April 27, 2026 — Brooke Army Medical Center held a ceremony to honor the 30th anniversary of the hospital at its current location, Building 3600, as part of the Invincible Spirit Festival and organization day festivities on April 17...

BAMC volunteers recognized for their contributions
April 21, 2026 — Brooke Army Medical Center held a Volunteer Recognition Ceremony April 17 to honor the individuals who donate their time to serve others...

BAMC hosts National Disaster Medical System field test
March 26, 2026 — Brooke Army Medical Center was selected by the Defense Health Agency to host the National Disaster Medical System Modular/Convertible Capability Pilot Sept. 8-12, 2025...

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. ...

Joint Critical Care Exercise prepares Soldiers, Airmen to deploy
March 9, 2026 — Soldiers and Airmen participated in a Joint Critical Care Field Training Exercise at Joint Base San Antonio-Camp Bullis Feb. 25-26 to enhance the clinical and tactical skills of critical care staff at Brooke Army Medical Center...

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...

BAMC Auxiliary supports patients, staff with grants
February 20, 2026 — The Brooke Army Medical Center Auxiliary held its annual Welfare Grant Ceremony Feb. 17 at Brooke Army Medical Center. This year, the welfare committee approved 26 grant requests totaling more than $20,000 to help support patient care at BAMC...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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. ...

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...

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...

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...