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NMFDC: Mission Driven-People Powered – Petty Officer 3rd Class Andre Metoyer
September 5, 2025 — The Naval Medical Forces Development Command is mission driven and most importantly people powered. This week, we highlight Petty Officer 3rd Class Andre Metoyer, a logistics specialist with the command’s Logistics and Facilities directorate... MORE

The Naval Medical Forces Development Command is always mission driven and most importantly people powered! Logistics Specialist 3rd Class Andre Metoyer with the command’s Logistics and Facilities directorate, ensures medical forces are properly equipped and focused on their mission of caring for Sailors, which ultimately strengthens the Navy’s readiness. Photo taken and graphic created at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Sept. 4, 2025 (U.S. Navy graphic by Malcolm McClendon).

Get Real Get Better: NAMRU San Antonio goes digital with safety data sheets
August 26, 2025 — Naval Medical Research Unit San Antonio maintains more than 1,500 SDSs within its Emergency Management System for all chemicals in its inventory which takes countless man-hours to review and update with the newest information... MORE

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON - (Aug. 21, 2025) – Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Nimsi Hernandez, of Lancaster, Calif., assigned to Naval Medical Research Unit (NAMRU) San Antonio, utilizes a computer tablet to search for a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) at the Battlefield Health and Trauma Research Institute. NAMRU San Antonio recently procured a digital SDS database system for use on non-networked computer tablets to replace all physical SDS binders. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration Hazard Communication standard 1910.1200 requires SDSs to be readily accessible during each work shift for all hazardous chemicals in the workplace. NAMRU San Antonio, part of Navy Medicine Research & Development (NMR&D), conducts gap-driven combat casualty care, craniofacial, and directed energy research in support of Navy, Marine Corps and joint U.S. warfighter health readiness and lethality while engaged in routine and expeditionary operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Burrell Parmer, NAMRU San Antonio Public Affairs/Released)

NMFDC: Mission Driven-People Powered - Ionie Pollard
August 25, 2025 — The Naval Medical Forces Development Command is mission driven and most importantly people powered! Today, we highlight Ionie Pollard, a Navy Medicine quota manager, who ensures every prospective Corpsman has a seat to attend Hospital Corpsman Basic Course and any additional specialty training they may require, preparing them to provide the best medical care for our Sailors, Marines and their families... MORE

The Naval Medical Forces Development Command is always mission driven and most importantly people powered! Ionie Pollard, a Navy Medicine quota manager, ensures every prospective Corpsman has a seat to attend Hospital Corpsman Basic Course (HCB) and any additional specialty training they may require preparing them to provide the best medical care for our Sailors, Marines and their families. Photo taken and graphic created at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Aug. 20, 2025 (U.S. Navy graphic by Malcolm McClendon).

Thai Royal Air Force Nurses introduced to PINC at NAMRU San Antonio
August 21, 2025 — During a visit to the Battlefield Health and Trauma Research Institute, flight nurses from the Royal Thai Air Force received an education on the Preparatory Iraqi Nursing Course. or PINC, by Dr. Darrin Frye, chief science director, Naval Medical Research Unit San Antonio... MORE

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON – (Aug. 14, 2025) – Dr. Darrin Frye, chief science director, Naval Medical Research Unit (NAMRU) San Antonio, gives a tour of research facilities to flight nurses from the Royal Thai Air Force at the Battlefield Health and Trauma Research Institute. The nurses visited medical commands within Joint Base San Antonio to enhance their nursing knowledge and skills to include advancing quality of nursing practice related to disease management. Navy Medicine Research & Development (NMR&D) contributes directly to positive working relationships with partner nation militaries, keeping the scope of Department of Defense capabilities wide, and at the ready, to address emerging threats aboard. NAMRU San Antonio, part of NMR&D, conducts gap-driven combat casualty care, craniofacial, and directed energy research in support of Navy, Marine Corps and joint U.S. warfighter health readiness and lethality while engaged in routine and expeditionary operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Burrell Parmer, NAMRU San Antonio Public Affairs/Released)

NMFDC welcomes new instructional systems specialist
August 19, 2025 — The Naval Medical Forces Development Command welcomed Nicanor Galvan to the team as an Instructional Systems Specialist at the command’s Training and Education directorate on Aug. 11, 2025. ... MORE

The Naval Medical Forces Development Command welcomes Nicanor Galvan an Instructional Systems Specialist at the command’s Training and Education directorate located at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas, Aug. 11, 2025. He will be focused on designing and developing online training solutions that are both effective and accessible and allow Navy medical personnel to learn and maintain critical skills from anywhere in the world and ensuring they are medically ready and mission capable. (U.S. Navy graphic by Malcolm McClendon).

NMFDC: Mission Driven-People Powered - Christine Galliano
August 13, 2025 — The Naval Medical Forces Development Command is mission driven and most importantly people powered! We highlight Christine Galliano, an Instructional Systems Specialist that makes sure the U.S. Navy’s... MORE

The Naval Medical Forces Development Command is always mission driven and most importantly people powered! Christine Galliano is an instructional systems specialist at the command and sure the U.S. Navy’s medical professionals have the best training and education possible. Photo taken and graphic created at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Aug. 12, 2025 (U.S. Navy graphic by Malcolm McClendon).

NREIP, ORISE interns present research at NAMRU San Antonio
August 11, 2025 — Eight student interns enrolled in the Office of Naval Research’s Naval Research Enterprise Internship Program (NREIP) and Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) presented their research to mentors, scientists and staff assigned to Naval Medical Research Unit San Antonio at the Battlefield Health and Trauma Research Institute at Joint base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston on July 31... MORE

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON – (July 23, 2025) – Student interns assigned to Naval Medical Research Unit (NAMRU) San Antonio enrolled in the Office of Naval Research’s Naval Research Enterprise Internship Program (NREIP) and Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) observed Air Force Expeditionary Medical Service (EMEDS) training at Camp Bullis. Additionally, the interns had the opportunity to eat Meals, Ready-to-Eat for lunch during their trip to the camp. Navy Medicine Research & Development (NMR&D) makes use of multiple channels to recruit and retain critical U.S. Navy medical support personnel. The research commands reach out to the next generation of scientists through conferences, STEM events, internships and career days, and support recruiting efforts early in undergraduate and graduate programs. NAMRU San Antonio, part of NMR&D, conducts gap-driven combat casualty care, craniofacial, and directed energy research in support of Navy, Marine Corps and joint U.S. warfighter health readiness and lethality while engaged in routine and expeditionary operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Burrell Parmer, NAMRU San Antonio Public Affairs/Released)

NMFDC: Mission Driven-People Powered - Seaman Patrizio Guzman
August 6, 2025 — The Naval Medical Forces Development Command is always mission driven and most importantly people powered. Today, we highlight Seaman Patrizio Guzman, a personnel specialist that makes sure Sailors’ pay and administrative needs are taken care of so that they can go and accomplish NMFDC’s mission... MORE

The Naval Medical Forces Development Command is always mission driven and most importantly people powered! Today, we highlight Seaman Patrizio Guzman, a personnel specialist that makes sure Sailors’ pay and administrative needs are taken care of so that they can go and accomplish NMFDC’s mission. (U.S. Navy graphic by Malcolm McClendon).

Navy Tactical Combat Casualty Care program director recognized with civilian awards
August 4, 2025 — Cmdr. Thomas Sather, Director for the Naval Medical Forces Development Command’s Tactical Combat Casualty Care program, has been recognized with two prestigious awards for his pivotal role in revolutionizing life support and medical training for both military and civilian personnel... MORE

Cmdr. Thomas Sather, director of the Naval Medical Forces Development Command’s Tactical Combat Casualty Care program, displays his recent civilian awards at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas, Aug. 1, 2025. Sather was presented the American Red Cross Chairpersons’ Award for his significant contributions to the Red Cross Scientific Advisory Council, and recognized the Aerospace Medical Association with the Aerospace Physiology Society’s Fred A. Hitchcock Award for his outstanding performance as a senior aerospace physiologist. (U.S. Navy photo by Malcolm McClendon)

Naval Medical Forces Development Command welcomes director for administration
July 29, 2025 — The Naval Medical Forces Development Command welcomed Lt. Cdr. Angel Camacho to the team as the new director for administration on July 16, 2025... MORE

The Naval Medical Forces Development Command welcomes Lt. Cdr. Angel P. Camacho to the team as the new director for administration, at their headquarters based at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas, July 16, 2025. (U.S. Navy graphic by Malcolm McClendon).

NMFDC celebrates the 127th anniversary of U.S. Navy Hospital Corps
June 18, 2025 — The Naval Medical Forces Development Command, or NMFDC, celebrated the 127th U.S. Navy Hospital Corps birthday June 17, 2025... MORE

NMFDC celebrates the 127th anniversary of the Hospital Corps

NAMRU San Antonio leadership, research scientists participate in annual AIM Health R&D Summit
June 17, 2025 — Leadership and research scientists assigned to Naval Medical Research Unit San Antonio, joined by the U.S. Army Institute of Surgical Research, and U.S. Air Force 59th Medical Wing, participated in the annual AIM Health R&D Summit held at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center... MORE

SAN ANTONIO – (June 16, 2025) – Juan Curbelo, a research associate assigned to NAMRU San Antonio’s Cellular and Immune Based Adjuncts (CIBACC) Department, presented research titled, “In Vitro Vascular Endothelial Response to Novel Whole Blood Analogue for Resuscitation” at the annual AIM Health R&D Summit held at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center. Designed to promote cross-sector collaboration in the development of life-saving battlefield technologies, the one-day summit brings together top innovators from academia, industry, and the military to accelerate the research, development, and commercialization of transformative medical technologies. CIBACC, a subordinate department under the Combat Casualty Care and Operational Medicine directorate, conducts research on stem cell and immune based therapeutics intended to improve war fighter outcomes and survival. Collaborating and working alongside a wide range of research and development partners keeps Navy Medicine Research & Development (NMR&D) abreast of best practices and advances in medical knowledge. NAMRU San Antonio, part of NMR&D conducts gap-driven combat casualty care, craniofacial, and directed energy research in support of Navy, Marine Corps and joint U.S. warfighter health readiness and lethality while engaged in routine and expeditionary operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Burrell Parmer, NAMRU San Antonio Public Affairs/Released)

NAMRU San Antonio researchers continue studies on portable ozone sterilizer
June 10, 2025 — Research scientists assigned to Naval Medical Research Unit San Antonio are conducting ongoing research on a portable device with the capability of sterilizing medical instruments on the battlefield or in austere environments which will help in the treatment and recovery of wounded warfighters... MORE

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON – (May 22, 2025) – SteriO3 CEO Dr. Steve Hughes (center) delivered the third generation of the Rugged Ozone Sterilization System Model M1 (ROSS M1) to Naval Medical Research Unit (NAMRU) San Antonio principal investigator Andres Martinez Murillo and research scientist Tarea Burton at the Battlefield Health and Trauma Research Institute. NAMRU San Antonio researcher will test the flexibility, portability, and efficiency of the ROSS M1 against multiple species of harmful microorganisms helps to promote and maintain medical and military readiness, especially in austere environments. Navy Medicine Research & Development (NMR&D) employs highly qualified medical researchers and works alongside a wide range of research and development partners to keep abreast of best practices and advances in medical knowledge on behalf of Navy Medicine to increase warfighter lethality. NAMRU San Antonio, part of NMR&D, conducts gap-driven combat casualty care, craniofacial, and directed energy research in support of Navy, Marine Corps and joint U.S. warfighter health readiness and lethality while engaged in routine and expeditionary operations. (U.S. Navy Photo by Burrell Parmer, NAMRU San Antonio Public Affairs/Released)

NREIP, ORISE interns begin research journey at NAMRU San Antonio
June 10, 2025 — Nine student interns enrolled in the Office of Naval Research’s Naval Research Enterprise Internship Program (NREIP) and Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) arrived at Naval Medical Research Unit San Antonio June 9 to gain valuable experience in Navy Medicine Research & Development... MORE

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON – (June 9, 2025) – Hope Newcomer-Neeson, of Winter Park, Colo., a graduate of Appalachian State University, has begun an internship through the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) at Naval Medical Research Unit (NAMRU) San Antonio. ORISE is a U.S. Department of Energy asset that is dedicated to enabling critical scientific, research, and health initiatives of the department and its laboratory system by providing world class expertise in STEM workforce development, scientific and technical reviews, and the evaluation of radiation exposure and environmental contamination. Newcomer-Neeson, who’s earning her master’s in microbiology from Texas A&M, wishes to enhance her learning through research and connect with brilliant minds in the scientific community. Navy Medicine Research & Development (NMR&D) makes use of multiple channels to recruit and retain critical U.S. Navy medical support personnel. The research commands reach out to the next generation of scientists through conferences, STEM events, internships and career days, and support recruiting efforts early in undergraduate and graduate programs. NAMRU San Antonio, part of NMR&D, conducts gap-driven combat casualty care, craniofacial, and directed energy research in support of Navy, Marine Corps and joint U.S. warfighter health readiness and lethality while engaged in routine and expeditionary operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Burrell Parmer, NAMRU San Antonio Public Affairs/Released)

NMFDC strengthens medical expeditionary capabilities with new NEC
June 5, 2025 — The Naval Medical Forces Development Command is enhancing the Navy’s expeditionary forces’ ability to provide critical en-route medical care by establishing a new Navy Enlisted Classification – Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic... MORE

250303-N-KC192-1140 SPRING LAKE, N.C. (Mar. 3, 2025) - Hospital Corpsman 1st Class Axel Narvaez, the regional training officer assigned to Naval Medical Forces Atlantic (NMFL), checks the airway breathing of a simulated patient during a training scenario during a paramedic training scenario at Fayetteville Technical Community College, Mar. 3, 2025. The primary purpose of the 20-week joint military paramedic course at Fayetteville Technical Community College in Spring Lake, North Carolina is to expand the skills of service members, and increase survivability of those in harm’s way. Navy Medicine is enhancing Expeditionary Medical Unit (EXMED) capabilities by equipping Hospital Corpsmen with advanced trauma and pre-hospital care skills through an accelerated paramedic training program. This intensive five-month course ensures corpsmen are prepared to deliver life-sustaining care in austere environments, strengthening the Navy’s ability to support warfighters in operational settings worldwide. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Levi Decker)

NAMRU SA research immunologist presents research at scientific seminar
May 14, 2025 — Research scientists and staff personnel assigned to Naval Medical Research Unit San Antonio and the U.S. Army Institute of Surgical Research attended a scientific seminar held at the Battlefield Health and Trauma Research Institute... MORE

Joint Base San Antonio Sailor recognized for lifesaving actions
April 15, 2025 — Seaman Recruit Jacob Hernandez was awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal on April 7, 2025, for his actions that potentially saved someone’s life... MORE

Seaman Recruit Jacob Hernandez, a Hospital Corpsman Basic (HBC) “A” School student at the Navy Medicine Training Support Command, was awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal at a ceremony held at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas, April 7, 2025. Hernandez was recognized for his actions that potentially saved someone’s life at a local business in the San Antonio area. (U.S. Navy photo by Malcolm McClendon)

'Get Real Get Better' Navy HRPP conducts site visit at NAMRU San Antonio
April 11, 2025 — Department of Defense-related research typically requires additional compliance activities, documentation, and subject protections. To provide additional oversight of human-based research, members of the Department of the Navy Human Research Protection Program conducted a site visit at Naval Medical Research Unit San Antonio from April 8-9... MORE

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON – (April 9, 2025) – Dr. William D’Angelo, a principal investigator and director, Directed Energy Health Effects, assigned to Naval Medical Research Unit (NAMRU) San Antonio, speaks with Derek English and Lt. Cmdr. Matt Shipman, military deputy director, Department of the Navy (DON) Human Research Protection Program (HRPP) during a site visit to NAMRU San Antonio at the Battlefield Health and Trauma Research Institute. The DON HRPP is responsible for ensuring human subjects research conducted or supported by U.S. Navy complies with federal, DoD and Navy regulations. Its mission is to ensure the ethical treatment of human subjects in DON-conducted or supported research by promoting adherence to the ethical principles, laws, regulations, and policies that protect human subjects. NAMRU San Antonio is one of eight research commands within Navy Medicine Research and Development. Its mission is to conduct gap driven combat casualty care, craniofacial, and directed energy research to improve survival, operational readiness, and safety of DoD personnel engaged in routine and expeditionary operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Burrell D. Parmer, NAMRU San Antonio Public Affairs/Released)

Pulmonary, critical care physician earns junior officer of the year honors at NAMRU San Antonio
March 18, 2025 — Lt. Cmdr. Jeffrey Biberston, Medical Corps, department head, Expeditionary and Trauma Medicine, was recently selected as Naval Medical Research Unit San Antonio’s Junior Officer of the Year for 2024... MORE

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON – (March 13, 2025) – Lt. Cmdr. Jeffrey Biberston, Medical Corps, of Casper, Wyo., department head, Expeditionary and Trauma Medicine, was awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal by Naval Medical Research Unit (NAMRU) San Antonio Commanding Officer Capt. Jennifer Buechel during an All Hands Meeting held at the Battlefield Health and Trauma Research Institute. Biberston, was recently selected as NAMRU San Antonio’s Junior Officer of the Year for 2024 and is the only Pulmonary and Critical Care physician currently serving within Naval Medicine Research and Development (NMR&D). NAMRU San Antonio is one of eight research laboratories within NMR&D. Its mission is to conduct gap driven combat casualty care, craniofacial, and directed energy research to improve survival, operational readiness, and safety of Department of Defense personnel engaged in routine and expeditionary operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Burrell Parmer, NAMRU San Antonio Public Affairs/Released)

NAMRU San Antonio doctor awarded Civilian Service Commendation Medal
March 14, 2025 — Dr. John Simecek, director, Craniofacial Health and Restorative Medicine (CHRM), was awarded the Civilian Service Commendation Medal by Naval Medical Research Unit San Antonio Commanding Officer Capt... MORE

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON – (March 13, 2025) – Dr. John Simecek, director, Craniofacial Health and Restorative Medicine (CHRM), was awarded the Civilian Service Commendation Medal by Naval Medical Research Unit (NAMRU) San Antonio Commanding Officer Capt. Jennifer Buechel, Nurse Corps, during an All Hands Meeting held at the Battlefield Health and Trauma Research Institute. Simecek, a retired Naval dentist, joined the Navy in 1972 serving for 23 years and retired at the rank of lieutenant commander. He joined NAMRU San Antonio in 2009 and has served as the CHRM director for 11 years. He will be retiring from federal service in the fall and will miss the camaraderie. NAMRU San Antonio is one of eight research laboratories within Naval Medicine Research and Development. Its mission is to conduct gap driven combat casualty care, craniofacial, and directed energy research to improve survival, operational readiness, and safety of Department of Defense personnel engaged in routine and expeditionary operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Burrell Parmer, NAMRU San Antonio Public Affairs/Released)