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June 18, 2026

BAMC designated as DHA Maxillofacial Restoration Center of Excellence

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas — Brooke Army Medical Center is one of two military medical treatment facilities designated as a Center of Excellence in Maxillofacial Restoration by the Defense Health Agency.Maxillofacial restoration is the science and art of restoring patients with injury or disease of face, mouth, and jaws.BAMC’s Maxillofacial Restoration Program serves as one of

June 18, 2026

SAUSHEC graduation ceremony honors residents, fellows, accomplishment

SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS, UNITED STATES — The San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education Consortium celebrated military medical professionals during a graduation ceremony June 11 at the Lila Cockrell Theatre, downtown San Antonio.The ceremony honored 261 residents and fellows from 58 diverse physician and allied health specialty programs. SAUSHEC is the organization responsible for

April 21, 2026

BAMC volunteers recognized for their contributions

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas — Brooke Army Medical Center held a Volunteer Recognition Ceremony April 17 to honor the individuals who donate their time to serve others.“I really appreciate the opportunity to join you today as we celebrate the people who make our organization better,” said BAMC Commander Col. Kevin Kelly. “It’s a real testament to the amount of commitment our

April 21, 2026

BAMC hosts National Disaster Medical System field test

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUTSON, Texas — Brooke Army Medical Center was selected by the Defense Health Agency to host the National Disaster Medical System Modular/Convertible Capability Pilot, facilitated in partnership with the Medical Technology Enterprise Consortium, Sept. 8-12, 2025..NDMS is a federally coordinated health care system and partnership of the Departments of Health and

Feb. 23, 2026

BAMC Auxiliary supports patients, staff with grants

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FOR SAM HOUSTON, Texas — The BAMC 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.Col. Kevin Kelly, BAMC commander, began by thanking the Great Hearts Northern Oaks Feather and Talon Chamber Choir for their

Feb. 17, 2026

BAMC receives 2025 Digital Health Most Wired recognition

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas — 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.The mission of the CHIME HealthCare’s Most Wired program is to elevate the health and healthcare of communities around the

Jan. 14, 2026

BAMC receives highest Leapfrog grade for safe, high-quality care

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas — 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 is again honored to be recognized by receiving an ‘A’ in the Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade assessment,” said Dr. Evan Renz, BAMC deputy to the commander

Jan. 14, 2026

BAMC personnel assist patient during holiday event

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas — Brooke Army Medical Center personnel attending a Wreaths Across America event at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery were in the right place at the right time Dec. 13, 2025.“After lining up to receive a wreath, the speaker announced that medical personnel were needed,” explained Army 2nd Lt. Chloe Miller, registered nurse. “Two nurses from the Joint

Dec. 17, 2025

BAMC provides comprehensive care for military, civilian patients

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas — Brooke Army Medical Center provides emergent and rehabilitative services for San Antonio and the south Texas community to ensure patients receive safe, quality care.LIFESAVING TRAUMA CAREBAMC’s Level I Trauma Center is the only Level I Trauma Center in the Department of War. It serves San Antonio and the surrounding region, caring for more than

Dec. 5, 2025

JBSA Adaptive Sports Camp challenges recovering Soldiers

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas — Soldiers from the Joint Base San Antonio Soldier Recovery Unit competed in the JBSA Adaptive Sports Camp Nov. 12-21, 2025.More than 35 Soldiers put their skills to the test in both team and individual sports including wheelchair basketball, pickle ball, wheelchair rugby, sitting volleyball, track and field, rowing, cycling, swimming, powerlifting,