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Emily E. Heenan, chief of Infection Prevention and Control, nominated, Maj. Brenda Fernandez for the Patient Safety Good Catch Award. "Maj. Fernandez was committed to following evidence-based guidelines and best practices to ensure the safety of all patients at TAMC. This act and practice helped prevent a possible infection (or multiple infections) had these instruments been used on patients at TAMC," Heenan said. Group Picture (Left): Col. Jose Tirado, Dr. Sean Harap, Maj. Brenda Fernandez, Col. Mitchelle Hamele and Col. Erik Johnson

Congratulations to Tripler Army Medical Center’s Graduate Professional Health Education Class of 2024! Seventy-three graduating resident physicians celebrated at the historic flagpole in front of Tripler Army Medical Center, followed by a cake-cutting ceremony for the Army's birthday on June 14. For more photos > https://lnkd.in/ga8TrY7K

As military medical residents assigned to Tripler Army Medical Center approach their Graduate Medical Education graduation and prepare for their next assignments, they have one final hurdle: the GME Trauma Capstone. Read more > https://lnkd.in/gTZXhE6r

Tripler Army Medical Center and Desmond T. Doss Health Clinic recently hosted the Michigan Air National Guard’s 110th and 127th Medical Groups to provide training opportunities. Because these units have no on-base hospitals, these learning opportunities are essential for providing real-world experience and guaranteeing a ready medical force. “We are perfecting our medical skills on real, live patients,” said Maj. Broc Nichelson, 110th Medical Group chief nurse. “Practicing these skills will increase competence and ultimately save lives.” Story and photo by Tech. Sgt. Valentina Viglianco Read more: https://lnkd.in/gZh9HN-F

Congratulations to Sgt. Audra Treadway and Catherine Miloni for being recognized as Daisy Award Honorees at the Nurses Week closing ceremonies on May 10. A nurse's compassion, optimism and kindness do not go unnoticed. The Daisy Award is given to the nurses who are going above and beyond. The award was presented by Chief Nurse Officer, Col. Robert Corson, and Nursing Director, Lt. Col. Silva Rivera. 

This week is Nurses’ Week! We want to give a huge mahalo to all of our nurses out there who do such amazing work and provide excellent care to our patients. #NursesWeek #NationalNursesWeek

Congratulations to TAMC's Phase II graduates!   Operating Room Specialist 68D; Pvt. Dania Grey, Spc. Sandhya Dhungana, Pfc. Wildfredo Tolinchi and Pvt. Karen Farias   Occupational Therapy Specialist 68L; Spec. Haillie Dodd and Spec. Devish Mirchandani   Radiology Specialist 68P; Pfc. Rosseline Reyes Beuno and Pfc. Ashley Sanchez-Reynoso

Congratulations to Tripler's Clinical Nurses on your promotion to 1st Lt.! Left: 1st Lt. Haley V. Betz, 1st Lt. Marissa L. Burnside, 1st Lt. Caroline M. Davidson, 1st Lt. Cody M. Gates, 1st Lt. Isaiah P. Kakule, 1st Lt. Nicholas L. Ketner, 1st Lt. Franscesca Matson, 1st Lt. Shawna J. Phillips, 1st Lt. Ryan M. Reuyan and 1st Lt. Sean C. Salter.

Tripler's Military Equal Opportunity office hosted a Women's Month observance on Mar 26 in the Kyser Auditorium. A profile of historic uniforms was worn and displayed during the introduction and presentation celebrating this year's theme, 'Honoring Women in Public Service and Government.' Brig. Gen. Michelle Link, Deputy Commander of Joint Task Force Red Hill, and Col. Angela Rosario, Deputy Commander for Inpatient Services, celebrated and recognized the achievements of American women who make and continue to make a difference in the armed services. #womenshistorymonth

The Sergeant Audie Murphy Alaka’i Chapter welcome the newest members on March 22 in the Kyser Auditorium. 25th Infantry Division Command Sgt. Maj. Robert Hanyie and Tripler’s Command Sgt. Maj. John Contreras stand with the inductees: 1 Sgt. Justin Gavit, Sgt. 1st Class Doreen Fajota, Sgt. 1st Class Keiji Mercado, Sgt. 1st Class Ed Laurent, Staff Sgt. Jessica Cortez, Staff Sgt. Michael Dunn and Staff Sgt. Elizabeth Chappell. While serving as a host, Contreas was surprised with an honorary induction to join the SAMC Alaka’i Chapter for his outstanding efforts to help improve the quality of life for TAMC soldiers and community. The SAMC is comprised of the top two percent of the noncommissioned officers (NCOs) in the U.S. Army. The NCOs are selected to the club based on their demonstrated leadership, professionalism, and general military knowledge.