The most recent appropriations for the Department of War expired at 11:59 p.m. EST on September 30, 2025. Military personnel will continue in a normal duty status without pay until such time as a continuing resolution or appropriations are passed by Congress and signed into law. Civilian personnel not engaged in excepted activities will be placed in a non-work, non-pay status.

If you have a scheduled appointment or other business at the MTF, please verify with your provider or applicable office within the MTF to ensure there are no changes in schedule. To learn how the lapse in appropriations affects your TRICARE benefit, visit www.tricare.mil/shutdown

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May 5, 2025

Several BAMC clinics currently have enrollment availability

Brooke Army Medical Center has several primary care clinics currently open to enrollment of TRICARE Prime beneficiaries.“Our teams of clinical professionals are ready to meet your primary care needs,” said Army Lt. Col. (Dr.) Gordon Mok, Department of Family and Community Medicine chief. “Our goal is to meet your family’s primary care needs close

May 2, 2025

BAMC bids farewell to one exceptional leader, welcomes another

Brooke Army Medical Center held a change of command ceremony May 1 to bid farewell to one leader and welcome another.During the ceremony, Col. Mark E. Stackle relinquished command of BAMC to Col. Kevin Kelly.Brig. Gen. Yolonda “YR” Summons, commanding general, Medical Readiness Command West, and director, Defense Health Network West, was the

April 18, 2025

BAMC recognizes exceptional service of volunteers

Brooke Army Medical Center held a Volunteer Recognition Ceremony April 16 to honor the individuals who donate their time to serve others.“It’s a real privilege to get a chance to be here,” said BAMC Commander Col. Mark Stackle. “It’s a real testament to the amount of commitment our community has to Brooke Army Medical Center.”“This is something we

April 15, 2025

BAMC cancer patient celebrates two big events in one day

A cancer patient at Brooke Army Medical Center was able to celebrate two significant events in one day.Linda Staggers rang the bell in the Hematology/Oncology Clinic April 4, signifying the end of her chemotherapy treatments for breast cancer.“I was so happy to have my daughter, son and husband there when I rang the bell,” Staggers said. “They were

April 15, 2025

Two neurologists at BAMC focus on movement disorders, Parkinson’s disease

Two Air Force neurologists at Brooke Army Medical Center specialize in movement disorders including Parkinson’s disease.Parkinson's disease is a progressive neurologic disorder due to damage of neurons or brain cells. Patients experience symptoms as a result of the degeneration in the form of movement impairments including stiffness, slowness,

April 15, 2025

Joint Field Exercise prepares Soldiers, Airmen to deploy

Soldiers and Airmen participated in a Joint Critical Care Field Training Exercise at Joint Base San Antonio-Camp Bullis, March 6-7, to enhance the clinical and tactical skills of critical care staff at Brooke Army Medical Center.The exercise focused on emergency medical response in simulated combat environments, critical care procedures, and

Feb. 28, 2025

BAMC’s prepared as measles outbreak arrives in San Antonio

Brooke Army Medical Center is prepared as the current measles outbreak makes its way across south Texas, inching closer to San Antonio.Measles is a highly contagious disease which causes fever, rash, cough and watery eyes. It can also cause serious complications for some people.“Measles is caused by a respiratory virus that is transmitted by

Feb. 26, 2025

BAMC Auxiliary grants support patients, staff

The BAMC Auxiliary presents a grant check to members of Brooke Army Medical Center’s Emergency Department in BAMC’s Carolyn D. Putnam Auditorium, Joint Base San Antonio – Fort Sam Houston, Texas, Feb. 5, 2025. Since 2019, the BAMC Auxiliary has given more than $170,000 worth of items to departments throughout BAMC.

Feb. 5, 2025

BAMC Quarterly Awards ceremony honors special achievement

Brooke Army Medical Center held a special Quarterly Awards ceremony Jan. 30 to honor the achievements of military and civilian employees, which included a special recognition for one employee.

Oct. 7, 2024

BAMC holds special promotion ceremony for three four-legged service members

With a nose bop and paw salute, Brooke Army Medical Center promoted three of its five facility dogs during a special ceremony held on Oct. 3 in the Carolyn D. Putnam Auditorium.During the ceremony, Budd, BAMC’s first facility dog, was promoted to the rank of Army lieutenant colonel. Budd is a 4 1/2-year-old yellow English Labrador/Golden Retriever

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