The Defense Health Network-National Capital Region (DHN-NCR), in collaboration with Navy Medicine, the world’s largest aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), and Medweb, successfully conducted a proof-of-concept test Feb. 21, 2025, to explore the feasibility of virtual health consultations for deployed Sailors.
The Defense Health Network National Capital Region (DHN-NCR) seamlessly transitioned to virtual appointments during last week’s significant snowstorm, reaffirming its commitment to providing uninterrupted healthcare services anytime, anywhere, always.
The Defense Health Network - National Capital Region is launching a New Model of Care, beginning with Scheduled Virtual Visits. They are also announcing increased enrollment capacity for primary care at many of their locations.
The Defense Health Network - National Capital Region's Joint Pathology Center earns new accreditation from the College of American Pathologists with a transition from ISO 15189:2012 to ISO 15189:2022.
Walter Reed National Military Medical Center and Alexander T. Augusta Medical Center both received 5-star ratings from CMS, and both were the only hospital in their states to receive that rating.
The Defense Health Network National Capital Region had 20 military medical treatment facilities, clinics, and providers listed in the third quarter JOES Best of the Best rankings.
