Among the doctors was Ramon Sablan, the first CHamoru doctor and composer of "Stand Ye Guamanians," the territory's anthem. EFMP enrollment at U.S. Guam Sailors Help Beautify Sister Village. Pacific Partnership, now in its 17th year, is the largest annual multinational humanitarian assistance and disaster relief preparedness mission conducted in the Indo-Pacific region. 5113 Falls Church, VA 22042-5113 Find theright contact infofor the help you need. NAVAL BASE GUAM (Feb. 1, 2022) - Vice Adm. Yancy Lindsey, Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC), is briefed by U.S. He was assigned as the Command's Transition Coordinator, and his team oversaw the final design and outfitting of a $162M state-of-the-art replacement hospital. Gen. Gentry Boswell, USAF, Command Master Chief: CMDCM Brian Ortega, USN, Command Sponsor Coordinator: 671-349-6344. Hosted by Defense Media Activity - WEB.mil. Welcome to Naval Base Guam WELCOME TO GUAM! For the remainder of the Japanese occupation of Guam, Sablan and the 14 CHamoru nurses were almost the only providers of medical care to the local populace. Naval Hospital Guam holds the American flag at her retirement ceremony on June 23, 2020. A team from Joint Region Marianas will review all aspects of the installation's emergency services. Gillingham presented Comlish with a Legion of Merit for her stellar leadership of one of Navy Medicines most important treatment facilities. US Naval Hospital Guam has a new leader after a change in command ceremony on Nimitz Hill this morning. Naval Base Guam (NBG) while en route for Pacific Partnership 2022. We delivered 428 babies and performed 1,100 surgeries. United States Naval Hospital Guam is a U.S. Navy medical facility on the U.S. territory of Guam. Naval Base Guams (NBG) Navy Security Forces (NSF) simulated a small boat probe during an exercise in Apra Harbor, Aug. 9. Stripes Okinawa 7700 Arlington Blvd. Naval Hospital Guam, adding an additional 25 total beds that can be used for COVID-19 patients. I think that was the omen to set the rest of my time here, as it has been a whirlwind, Young said. Young led as a division officer, department head, risk manager, director, executive officer and finally as commanding officer. Dan Cornwell, Medical Service Corps, relieved Capt. The alliance with Guam Medical Hospital Authority and Guam Regional Medical City has created a forum to leverage the available healthcare resources on island for the benefit of all Guamanians. NAVAL BASE GUAM (Dec. 27, 2022) - Pay Away the Layaway, a nonprofit organization, surprised service members and their families at Navy Exchange (NEX) Guam by paying off several military families layaways. NAVAL BASE GUAM (Sept. 12, 2022) - First Responders from Joint Region Marianas (JRM) Fire and Emergency Services along with Commander, Joint Region Marianas Rear Adm. Benjamin Nicholson, and U.S. Falls Church, VA 22042-5101, An official website of the United States government, CAPTAIN PATRICK J. FITZPATRICK, NURSE CORPS, U.S. NAVY, CAPTAIN MARK F. LUND, MEDICAL CORPS, U.S. NAVY, Don't forget to keep your family's information up-to-date in, Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Program (SARP), Operational Forces Medical Liaison (OFML), Navy Medicine Readiness Training Unit Bangor, Navy Medicine Readiness Training Unit Everett, Hosted by Defense Media Activity - WEB.mil. class of 2000, and enlisted in the U.S. Navy, August 2001. 152 talking about this. [4][3], In December 1941, Guam was invaded by Japan and all hospital personnel were captured. Comlish thanked the men and women of USNH Guam. The parade was held in honor of military children and in recognition of the Month of the Military Child. 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Captain Scott, the new commanding officer, served on Guam 21 years ago and says shes excited to get back to the island and the job. 1430 Morton St. Bldg. No hesitation: Frank Cable Sailor assists in auto-pedestrian crash, Andersen's beach ensures health of endangered turtles, Commissary sales, transactions continue worrisome slide, 'Waltzing Matilda' inspires Australian Cope North squad leader with an American accent. Established in 1899 in the capitol of Hagta, it offered general care to the population up until Japanese invasion in 1941. Guam is truly where "America's Day Begins." Our command offers a full range of medical, surgical, and operational medicine services. Guam, USA. Naval Base Guams (NBG) newest Chief Petty Officers during a pinning ceremony at Torpedoes and Tomahawks aboard NBG in Santa Rita Jan 29. Naval Base Guam are ready to help those who are interested in jumpstarting or improving their physical health and overall fitness. Comlish oversaw the first two years USNH Guam spent in its new facility, which was completed in 2014. Maria Young, commanding officer, U.S. NAPLES, Italy - U.S. Pacific/Task Force 73 Rear Adm. Mark Melson visited U.S. Share PRINT RSS Contact NSA . [9], Planes transported patients four times a week from Da Nang to Andersen Air Force Base, with a brief stop at Clark Air Force Base. US Naval Hospital Guam has a new leader after a change in command ceremony on Nimitz Hill this morning. The hospital offers a broad range of medical services that include family practice, OB-GYN, pediatrics, general surgery, anesthesia, internal medicine, psychiatry, psychology, occupational health and preventive medicine, emergency medicine, dental surgery, urology, otolaryngology, ophthalmology, optometry, acute care, physical therapy, Dietician, Health Promotions and social work services. McCool School Celebrates Military Children. The Medical Inspector General (MEDIG) program is of fundamental importance. CSS-15 Squadron Duty Officer: 671-777-9061, CSS-15 Squadron Duty Driver: 671-777-9088, CSS-15 Deputy Commander: Cmdr. Young relinquished her duties to Nurse Corps Officer, Capt. Maria Young: 671-344-9234, Executive Officer: Capt. Find theright contact infofor the help you need. Naval Base Guam, the Hgat Mayors Office, and Navy Munitions Command Pacific East Asia Division Unit Guam, preceded a memorial held for Fena Cave Massacre victims at the Hgat Memorial Park. While at Bastion, he participated in process improvement and research into wartime trauma. Web Support. NAVAL BASE GUAM (May 26, 2022) - The hospital ship USNS Mercy (T-AH 19) arrived at U.S. SANTA RITA, Guam (Sept. 14, 2021) - Sailors from U.S. Michael Luckett. Weekend Clinic Family Medicine NH Guam Saturday - Sunday 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. . Stephen Ansuini and NBG Security Officer Lt. Eliot Fiaschi, along with Personnel from NBG Navy Security Forces (NSF) pose for a photo following the completion of a drill on Training Tuesday, Oct. 18. Michael Luckett presented the Sailors with their frocking letters, and each Sailor had their devices replaced to their new respective ranks. Naval Base Guam (NBG) July 20 as part of the island's Liberation Day festivities. The people of Guam understand sacrifice and service. 619 Naval Hospital Bremerton Guam is a. Naval Hospital Guam, Thecly Scott, will take over. Email: ffscguam@fe.navy.mil. NBG Personnel Help Clean Up Sister Village School. Naval Hospital Guam Public Affairs), U.S. Commanding Officer Capt. The Naval Hospitals staff consists of 516 Active Duty and 201 civilians, contractors, reservists and volunteers who serve more than 26,000 beneficiaries. Naval Hospital Guam is comprised of the main hospital in Agana Heights, and two branch clinics, medical and dental, on Naval Base Guam. Naval Base Guam and its tenant commands. Accessibility / Section 508 Michael Luckett at the NBG Headquarters July 13. Spanish Ship Juan Sebastian de Elcano Arrives at Naval Base Guam. A PDF reader is required for viewing. POLARIS POINT, Guam (July 6, 2022) - U.S. Naval Base Guam (NBG) and met with NBG USNH Guam Central Line - 671 344 9202 USNH Guam Quarter Deck - 671 344 9340 USNH Guam CDO - 671 482 9476 Emergency and Inpatient. Naval Base Guam (NBG), Oct. 7. These are the actions of a high performance team led by a leader who clearly defined the way forward, empowered her staff to take the actions necessary to excel and who insisted on accountability.. Agana Heights, Gu 96910 SANTA RITA, Guam (Oct. 15, 2021) - Guam Area Ombudsmen were recognized and celebrated during an awards ceremony hosted by the U.S. Ronald Reagan is forward deployed to Yokosuka, Japan. Our Command Customer Service Goals. She worked as a surgical ward staff nurse and transitioned to other leadership roles after graduating from nursing school. Naval Base Guams (NBG) Post Office and Consolidated Mail Facility (CMF) are working through the peak holiday season, as they receive and prepare packages for delivery to NBG customers. Although the DHA may or may not use these sites as additional distribution channels for Department of Defense information, it does not exercise editorial control over all of the information that you may find at these locations. Other assignments included Chief, Nursing Officer, U.S. [4][3][5][6], For the remainder of the Pacific War, medical care to the 100,000 military personnel on Guam was provided by fleet hospitals made largely of Quonset huts. Specialty Care is coordinated through your Primary Care Manager. Find theright contact infofor the help you need. 7700 Arlington Boulevard From 2012 to 2017 he served as the Department Head of Anesthesia and Pain Management and subsequently as the Director of Surgical Services at Naval Medical Center Camp Lejeune. Naval Hospital Guam during a change of command ceremony on June 23, 2020. He also served as the Executive Officer for Naval Health Clinic Hawaii before taking command of Field Medical Training Battalion-West, Camp Pendleton, CA in 2013. NBG Post Office Spreads Holiday Cheer One Parcel At a Time. U.S. Navy After a brief stop in Canadian politics and the non-profit world, she's happy to be back at the news desk on Guam. This is an official U.S. Navy website [2] The exercise was one of several assessments taking place as part of Exercise Citadel Protect 2022. As an island partner, Naval Hospital Guam supports the local community in many ways. About Advertising Contact Site Policy Accessibility/Section 508, A community product of 2023 Stars and Stripes, AGANA HEIGHTS, Guam (June 23, 2020) - (Left) Capt. Although the DHA may or may not use these sites as additional distribution channels for Department of Defense information, it does not exercise editorial control over all of the information that you may find at these locations. It provides a broad range of medical services to active-duty U.S. military personnel under Joint Region Marianas. Bremerton, WA 98312 NAVFAC Marianas is the Naval shore facilities, base operations support, and expeditionary engineering systems command that delivers life-cycle and acquisition solutions aligned to Fleet and Marine Corps Priorities for Joint Region Marianas, U.S. Naval Base Guam (NBG) Chapel in Santa Rita Oct. 7. Throughout her career, she served as a nurse corps officer at Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton, Calif., Naval Hospital Okinawa (two tours), Japan, Naval Ambulatory Care Center Port Hueneme, Calif., Branch Medical Clinic Point Mugu, Calif., Naval Hospital Twenty-Nine Palms, Calif., Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, Calif, Naval Hospital Yokosuka, Japan, Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton (two tours), Calif., and Naval Hospital Guam. Joint Region Marianas Commander Rear Adm. Shoshana Chatfield welcomed newly-elected Guam Gov. NAVAL BASE GUAM (July 11, 2022) - Commander, Logistics Group Western Naval Hospital Guam commanding officer, Capt. This is an official U.S. Navy website Michael Luckett along with Boatswain's Mate Seaman Bryant Buncio, the youngest Sailor in attendance, participated in the Navy Birthday Cake Cutting Ceremony at the NBG Headquarters in Santa Rita Oct. 13. General Navy Medical Inquiries (to Bureau of Medicine and Surgery):usn.ncr.bumedfchva.mbx.bumed-general-inquiries@health.mil, An official website of the United States government. NBG Security Forces Maintain Readiness with M18 Qualifications. 2022. Naval Base Guam (NBG) during a Change of Command Ceremony held at Cmdr. His Navy career began in 2002, where he served as the Battalion Surgeon for the 2nd Assault Amphibian Battalion, 2nd Marine Division and deployed to Iraq in 2003 with the 1st Marine Expeditionary Force. Naval Base Guam, on the pier during a tour of the base, Oct. 30. Our Guiding Principles. NAVAL BASE GUAM (May 3, 2022) - Commander, Joint Region Marianas (CJRM) It is the home base to dozens of Pacific Command, Pacific Fleet, Seventh Fleet, and Seabee units. He discussed his excitement for the years ahead. Transfer Your Medical and Dental Records, Naval Medical Leader and Professional Development Command, Navy Medicine Operational Training Command, med.navy.afpims.mil/Nurse-Corps/#skip-target, usn.ncr.bumedfchva.mbx.bumed-general-inquiries@health.mil, Hosted by Defense Media Activity - WEB.mil. announced Master-at-Arms 1st Class Jimi Lee Bilon, assigned to U.S. Since 1899, U.S. Young, a native of Monroe New York, joined the Navy under the Bachelors Degree Completion Program in 1989 and began active naval service in 1991. Leadership at US Naval Hospital Guam (USNH Guam) changed hands June 30, when Capt. WELCOME TO GUAM! Naval Base Guam's (NBG) Navy Security Forces (NSF) simulated an active threat scenario at Romeo Wharf onboard NBG, Oct. 6. SANTA RITA, Guam (Feb. 26, 2021) - The Spanish Navy training ship Juan Sebastian De Elcano arrived at Apra Harbor at U.S. Naval Base Guam as part of a scheduled port visit, June 23 on their first port call of 2022. Between August 1899 and July 1900, the Naval hospital treated 1,141 civilian patients, out of a civilian population of 9,630. Naval Base Guam is home to Commander Submarine Squadron 15, Coast Guard Sector Guam, and Naval Special Warfare Unit One, and supports 28 other tenant commands. William C. McCool Elementary/Middle School onboard NBG, July 19. Maria A. NBG Sailors Volunteer at Local Community Garden. Naval Hospital Guam, her team consisted of almost 600 active duty service members and almost 200 civilian and contract employees. www.tricare.milis an official website of the Defense Health Agency (DHA), a component of theMilitary Health System. Sign up to receive TRICARE updates and news releases via email. Cornwell commended Comlish for the hospitals success and thanked her for turning over a great command. Cornwell, the son of Dan and Opal Cornwell, and a native of Martinsville, Illinois, enlisted in the United States Navy in 1975 and commissioned This year the organization paid off $4,700 in layaway balances for 27 families at the store. [4][3], Naval medical personnel staffed both the Schroeder Hospital and the Susana Hospital, a part of the Schroeder Hospital that treated women and children from 1905. Naval Base Guams (NBG) Playground Replacement Project. It was reopened in 1968 as the self-contained Advanced Base Naval Hospital, also referred to as the Asan Annex. Most notable, is the nursing mentorship that is provided for seniors of the University of Guam nursing program. She is excited to be reporting on Guam's current affairs, legislature and other topical issues. Site Map, An official website of the United States government, Commander, Submarine Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, Rear Admiral Jeffrey T. Jablon, Commander, Submarine Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, FORCM (SS) Jason S. Avin, Force Master Chief, www.facebook.com/groups/USSFrankCableFRG/, Hosted by Defense Media Activity - WEB.mil, Commanding Officer: Capt. The hospital was re-established in its current location in Agana Heights in 1954 and treated many casualties from the Vietnam War. NAVAL BASE GUAM (Aug. 16, 2022) - Personnel from U.S. [7] By the late 1940s, Naval Hospital Guam had taken over care of military patients, but did not have a permanent home. [3] It served active duty personnel, dependents, military retirees, and veterans. Agana, Guam (Dec. 18, 2021) Wreaths Across America conducts wreath laying ceremonies to honor fallen heroes, at more than 2,500 locations in all 50 U.S. states, at sea and abroad. Under her command, U.S. Congresswoman Wasserman-Schultz Visits NBG. Michael Luckett relieved Capt. 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From June 2020 to May 2022, Barrows served as the Executive Officer of Naval Hospital Jacksonville and Navy Medicine Readiness & Training Command Jacksonville. Naval Base Guam (NBG) Feb. 6-10. HAGTA, Guam (Dec. 15, 2022) - Sailors and civilians from U.S. Navy Medicine's Hotline Program is designed to strengthen and focus efforts to combat fraud, waste and mismanagement. NAVAL BASE GUAM (Sept. 9, 2022) - Divers from USS Frank Cable (AS 40) and USS Emory S. Land (AS 39) dive locker volunteered to clean up the War Dog Memorial onboard U.S. A PDF reader is required for viewing. Such hyperlinks are provided consistent with the stated purpose of this website. Young departed with a farewell message acknowledging her appreciation to U.S. In 1940, Naval Base Guam's staff comprised nine doctors, one dentist, two pharmacists, five Navy nurses, 46 pharmacist's mates, seven hospital apprentices, and 14 CHamoru nurses. USNH Guam is comprised of the main hospital in Agana Heights, and two branch clinics, medical and dental, on Naval Base Guam. [4][3], The interwar years were relatively quiet for the hospital. Always speak up when you know something is not right or when you get the gut feeling, said Young. SNTA RITA-SUMAI, Guam (July 19, 2022) - As part of Liberation Day events, a site visit was held at the Fena Cave located at the Naval Munitions Annex on U.S. Naval Hospital Guam David Castro/The Guam Daily . This is a Department of Defense (DoD) Internet computer system. Naval Hospital Guam underwent a successful Medical Inspector General and Joint Commission inspection. NAVAL BASE GUAM (Jan. 31, 2023) - A Regional Assessment (RASS) is scheduled to be conducted on U.S. Naval NAVAL BASE GUAM (Oct. 24, 2022) Sailors, civilians, and military families gathered to witness the initiation of several of the regions newest chief petty officers during a pinning ceremony at Top o the Mar onboard U.S. While at NBG, Melson met with Commander, Joint Region Marianas Rear 50 Farenholt Ave Jason Blickens was promoted to his current rank during a ceremony officiated by NBG Commanding Officer Capt. Sign up to receive TRICARE updates and news releases via email. POLARIS POINT, Guam (Oct. 30, 2021) Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro greets Capt. From 1899 when Surgeon Philip Leach first sought an appropriate site for a Naval Hospital and dispensary in Agana, to the current facility, and into the future with a new facility. NAVAL BASE GUAM (Oct. 12, 2022) - U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz of Florida met with Rear Adm. Benjamin Nicholson and U.S. She moves on to Washington, D.C. to be Director, Military Health System Governance Office of Defense Health Agency. Falls Church, VA 22042-5101, An official website of the United States government, Don't forget to keep your family's information up-to-date in. An earthquake in December 1909 destroyed the Susana Hospital and the Federal government appropriated money for a replacement hospital, with the provision that it must be named U.S. We are leaders in providing compassionate patient and family-centered care, uncompromising in our teamwork and commitment. The appearance of hyperlinks does not constitute endorsement by the DHA of non-U.S. Government sites or the information, products, or services contained therein. Naval Base Guams (NBG) Navy Security Forces (NSF) were frocked to the next pay grade during a ceremony at the NBG Security Compound Dec. 23. 5113 Falls Church, VA 22042-5113 We rolled into the biggest lift of our lives, COVID-19 and the USS Teddy Roosevelt pulling in with 4,745 sailors. Naval Base Guam (NBG) Commanding Officer Capt. He received a direct commission as a Navy ensign in 1997. Naval Hospital Guam. Guam's own rich Chamorro culture and heritage draws visitors from Japan, other Asian countries and Europe. FFSC Guam: 671-333-2056/57/58. At Dartmouths Tuck School of Business he received his Master of Health Care Delivery Science in 2020. Captain Young also gave a moving tribute to her children and husband of 28 years as they move into the next chapter of their lives together. Steven Kewish: 671-344-9235, Command Master Chief:CMDCM Sergio Jardon 671-344-9703, Dental Appointment Line: 671-344-9269/9707, Command Master Chief: CMDCM Kenyatter Ballard, Visitor Control Center: 671-339-1280 / 1380, Personnel Support Detachment: 671-339-8026, Commanding Officer: Rear Adm. Shoshana Chatfield, USN, Deputy Commander: Brig. Facebook:Stars and StripesPacific Naval Base Guam's (NBG) Navy Security Forces (NSF) participated in a weapons qualification of the newer Sig Sauer M18 pistol at the NBG Firing Range in Santa Rita, Sept. 10. Some documents are presented in Portable Document Format (PDF). Naval Base Guam (NBG) Commanding Officer Capt. He assumed command of Naval Readiness and Training Command Guam and Director of Naval Hospital Guam in June 2022. A PDF reader is required for viewing. (Right) Capt. NAVAL BASE GUAM (April 20, 2022) Students and staff from McCool Elementary/Middle School participated in the Purple-Up Parade onboard U.S. USA. All rights reserved. Bureau of Medicine and Surgery The island of Guam is located approximately 3,300 miles West of Hawaii, and 1,500 miles east of the Philippines and south of Japan. Commander. I could never have imagined just how far we have come and how resourceful these amazing group of professionals could be.. Big Navy is home of Commander Submarine Squadron 15, Coast Guard Sector Guam, and Naval Special Warfare Unit Det Guam and supports 28 other tenant commands. construction projects at Lima Wharf and the former Ship Repair Facility. RASS is part of Commander Naval Installation Command's (CNIC) Navy security force shore assessment and certification cycle. Capture of Guam in the SpanishAmerican War. Stripes Japan Agana Heights, Gu 96910 Naval Base Guam, Marine Corps Base Camp Blaz, and other DoD activities in Guam and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. Our Vision. Our Mission. NAVAL BASE GUAM (May 13, 2022) - Master-at-Arms 3rd Class (MA3) Peter Isassi assigned to U.S. Maria A. Michael Luckett, commanding officer of U.S.