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Wilford Hall, BAMC announce temporary pharmacy closures
February 28, 2025 — After a thorough assessment of pharmacy resources and to ensure the ongoing delivery of safe, quality pharmacy care, Brooke Army Medical Center and the 59th Medical Wing will be consolidating several pharmacies to maximize existing personnel and resources... MORE

Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center lab sets gold standard in military medicine
January 30, 2025 — The Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center laboratory is the largest Air Force clinical lab, providing critical diagnostic support to military personnel and their families with precision and efficiency. With a team of 72 experts conducting 2.2 million tests annually, the lab upholds the highest standards of care, innovation, and mission readiness in military medicine... MORE

The clinical laboratory at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center features advanced diagnostic instruments used for medical testing, Jan. 27, 2025.

Skin cancer screenings available at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center
November 13, 2024 — While everyone can get a skin cancer screening, but some people are at higher risk. Are you 25 years or older? Fit the below categories? Schedule a screening with our Dermatology team at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center - no referral required!... MORE

Ready Now: Alamo Wing receives annual flu shots
November 13, 2024 — Reserve Citizen Airmen from the 433rd Airlift Wing and the 960th Cyberspace Wing lined up to receive their annual flu shot, at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, on Nov. 2-3. The 433rd Medical Group organized clinics at a hangar near the 433rd AW flightline and at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center to facilitate the process... MORE

Tech. Sgt. Demi Ramirez, a 433rd Aeromedical Staging Squadron medical technician, administers the annual flu vaccine to Col. James M. Bershinsky, 433rd Medical Group commander, at a clinic inside Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center here at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, on Nov. 3, 2024.

Air Force audiologists transform life journeys into expertise
May 10, 2024 — For U.S. Air Force Capts. Emily Lee and Jacqueline Anderson, life experiences highlighting the significance of being able to hear -- one of the five senses many people may take for granted -- led them to their current roles as audiologists at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland... MORE

"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... MORE

Military Pharmacy technician smiles at patient

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... MORE

Capt. Anna Olson, a dentist assigned to the 59th Dental Squadron, poses for a photo at Dunn Dental Clinic, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, in honor of National Dentist Day, March 6, 2024.

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... MORE

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... MORE

Operation AGILE Medic, a week-long exercise at Joint Base San Antonio-Camp Bullis, Texas, was a Tri-Service medical training exercise that immersed military medics in the seamless process of transporting patients from the Expeditionary Medical Support unit to the En Route Patient Staging System team, and further to Air Evacuation and Critical Care Air Transport Teams, and vice versa.

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... MORE

The 59th MDW collaborated with the RTAF to foster strong international relations by providing them with valuable first-hand experience in patient care practices.

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... MORE

Two Ophthalmologists and a medical technician stand around a patient who received cataract surgery at Regional Hospital Dr. Luis "Chicho" Fabrega in Santiago de Veraguas, Panama, July 17, 2023.

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... MORE

Military health system speeds up hiring process for medical professionals

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... MORE

Airman 1st Class Samantha Sim, 59th Surgical Operations Squadron ophthalmic technician, measures eye pressure of a patient at the Ophthalmology Clinic in Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Jan. 19, 2023. The 59th SGC tests and treats to prevent vision loss, promote a better quality of life and support a worldwide qualified force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melody Bordeaux)

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... MORE

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... MORE

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... MORE

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... MORE

WHASC Physical Therapy team offers Direct Access Clinic

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... MORE

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.

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... MORE

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... MORE

Due to an increase in cases, the WHASC is conducting a drive-through COVID-19 testing available Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on the first floor of the parking garage. Since the testing site uses the polymerase chain reaction tests, the results are available to patients through TRICARE Online within 24 to 72 hours.