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Sadie Kreuger, a student-athlete from Moanalua High School, performs rehabilitation exercises at Tripler Army Medical Center (TAMC), April 17. With support from TAMC’s physical therapy team, Kreuger recovered from injury, won the Hawaii State Cross-Country title, earned recognition as the Hawaii Gatorade Player of the Year for cross-country, and qualified to represent Team West at the Brooks Cross Country Nationals. (Defense Health Agency photos by Hugh Fleming)

April 27, 2026

With Tripler Physical Therapy team, a student athlete turns injury into Hawaii cross-country glory

Tripler Army Medical Center, Hi. — Sadie Kreuger, a sophomore and student athlete at Moanalua High School, recovered from an Iliotibial (IT) band injury in August 2025. With the exceptional patient care of Tripler Army Medical Center’s physical therapy team, Kreuger went on to win the Hawaii State Cross-Country title, was named Hawaii Gatorade Player of the Year, and qualified to participate in the Brooks Nationals, representing Team West in December 2025.

April 2, 2026

Schofield Barracks and Bhaskar Dental Clinics increase their dental readiness and family opportunities through the Red Cross Dental Assistant Program

Tripler Army Medical Center — The Red Cross Dental Assistant Program offers a life-changing opportunity for active-duty family members to develop professional skills, gain hands-on experience, and build a career in dental assisting. This 7-to10-month, full-time training program provides participants with a comprehensive education in dental assisting, blending classroom instruction with valuable chairside experience. Open to participants from all military branches, the program has made a meaningful impact on the island of Oahu and beyond.

Spc. Antonia Arras, an inpatient and oncology pharmacy technician at Tripler Army Medical Center, receives the Larry C. Nesmith Enlisted Technician Award on Feb. 4 for her exceptional technical expertise, leadership, and dedication to patient safety.

Feb. 26, 2026

Tripler Soldier earns Army’s top enlisted pharmacy technician honor

Tripler Army Medical Center — Spc. Antonia Arras, an inpatient and oncology pharmacy technician at Tripler Army Medical Center, receives the Larry C. Nesmith Enlisted Technician Award on Feb. 4 for her exceptional technical expertise, leadership, and dedication to patient safety.

Staff Sgt. Crystal Wilkerson, noncommissioned officer in charge of the 25th Combat Aviation Clinic, a component of Desmond T. Doss Clinic, received a nomination for recognition of exceptional performance from a medical support assistant praising her efforts to significantly improve medical service delivery to Soldiers through a comprehensive digital transformation, Sept. 11, 2025. (Defense Health Agency photo by Khinna Kaminske)

Sept. 17, 2025

Staff Sgt. Crystal Wilkerson streamlines and improves access for soldier-centric healthcare at 25th Combat Aviation Clinic

Wheeler Army Airfield, Hi. — The 25th Combat Aviation Brigade (CAB) clinic, part of Desmond T. Doss Health Clinic (DDHC), is improving medical care for Soldiers through a digital transformation led by Staff Sgt. Crystal Wilkerson, the clinic’s noncommissioned officer in charge (NCOIC). The initiative has reduced wait times, eased administrative tasks and expanded access to medical services.

Sherilyn Long (front left), the 2026 Mana’olana Nurse of Hope Award recipient, is pictured with colleagues Abigail Troncoso, RN, Joshua Thompson, RN and Jennifer Peralta, RN, at Tripler Army Medical Center. Long was recognized for her dedication to patient care and compassionate approach to oncology nursing by the Oncology Nursing Society Hawaii chapter. (Defense Health Agency photo by Hugh Fleming)

Sept. 5, 2025

Tripler nurse named the 2026 Mana’olana Nurse of Hope Award recipient, driven by personal loss

Tripler Army Medical Center — Sherilyn Long, a registered nurse at Tripler Army Medical Center, has been named the 2026 Mana’olana Nurse of Hope Award recipient, recognizing her dedication to patient care and compassionate approach to oncology nursing. The award, presented by the Oncology Nursing Society Hawaii chapter, honors nurses who embody the spirit of hope and healing.

“Tripler Army Medical Center (TAMC) Staff celebrate earning continued accreditation from The Joint Commission July 25, 2025. The reaccreditation, extending through 2028, demonstrates a commitment to high-quality patient care and operational excellence and covers TAMC, the Desmond T. Doss Health Clinic, and Warrior Ohana Medical Home – a broad scope reflecting the comprehensive nature of the survey and the dedication of the entire team.”

Aug. 1, 2025

Tripler Army Medical Center achieves The Joint Commission reaccreditation through 2028

Tripler Army Medical Center — Tripler Army Medical Center (TAMC) has successfully earned continued accreditation from The Joint Commission following a comprehensive four-day survey conducted July 22-25, 2025. The reaccreditation extends through 2028 and encompasses TAMC, the Desmond T. Doss Health Clinic, and Warrior Ohana Medical Home.

Catherine Higginbotham, shares a moment with Megan Boyd, who donated a kidney to Higginbotham, one day after their surgeries at Walter Reed National Military Center in Bethesda on Mar. 28, 2024. (Photo courtesy of Catherine Higginbotham)

July 28, 2025

From Pacific to Atlantic: Life-Saving Kidney Transplant Gives Military Spouse a Second Chance at Life

Tripler Army Medical Center — A U.S. Marine Corps spouse is thriving today because of a life-saving 2024 kidney transplant and collaboration between Walter Reed National Military Medical Center and Tripler Army Medical Center. The seamless coordination between the two military treatment facilities, spanning from Hawaii to Maryland, highlights a commitment to comprehensive care for military families and demonstrates the power of collaboration within the Military Health System.

U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Deydre Teyhen (right), commanding general, Medical Readiness Command, Pacific, and director, Defense Health Network Indo-Pacific, passes the unit colors to U.S. Army Col. William Bimson, incoming commander, during the change of command ceremony for Tripler Army Medical Center, Hawaii, June 30, 2025.

July 3, 2025

Tripler Army Medical Center Change of Command

Tripler Army Medical Center — Tripler Army Medical Center welcomed a new commander during a change of command ceremony here, June 30. During the ceremony Col. Michael D. Ronn relinquished command to Col. William F. Bimson. The presiding official of the ceremony was Brig. Gen. Deydre Teyhen, commanding general, Medical Readiness Command, Pacific, and director, Defense Health Network Indo-Pacific.

The Clinical Nurses Transition Program at Tripler Army Medical Center graduated a new class of U.S. Army nurses in Kyser Auditorium on Apr. 25, 2025. Among those completing the program were 2nd Lt. Miahela Carausu, 2nd Lt. Cassidy Chaddock, 2nd Lt. Jordan DiJoseph, 2nd Lt. Maria Grant-Villacorta, 2nd Lt. Lauren Pickens and 2nd Lt. Kristina Ropiecki. (Defense Health Agency photo by Crizalmer Caraang Jr.)

May 7, 2025

How Tripler Army Medical Center is preparing the next generation of Army nurses

TRIPLER ARMY MEDICAL CENTER, Hawaii — Tripler Army Medical Center's Clinical Nurse Transition Program is an accelerated program designed to cultivate new Army nurses by transitioning them from academics to clinical practice while also developing the leadership skills and competencies necessary to excel as an Army officer.

Feb. 21, 2025

How Tripler Army Medical Center is meeting the needs of today’s Combat Medic

Tripler Army Medical Center — Tripler Army Medical Center is leading the way in training combat medics, enhancing their skills and improving their ability to provide prolonged casualty care under field conditions.