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March 26, 2026

CRDAMC, Central Texas VA Expand Partnership to Boost Care for Veterans and Service Members

FORT HOOD, Texas — Veterans and service members across Central Texas are seeing the impact of a growing partnership between Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center and the Central Texas Veterans Health Care System. By working together, the two organizations are making it easier for patients to get the care they need, while also giving military medical trainees real-world experience caring for those who have served.

March 25, 2026

CRDAMC hosts Fort Hood Child and Youth Services STEM program home schoolers

The Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center opened its doors to a group of young learners March 20, hosting Fort Hood Child and Youth Services homeschooled Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics students for an immersive tour of its Robotics Department—an event designed to inspire interest in Military Medicine and future healthcare careers.

March 25, 2026

CRDAMC dietitian supports parents with nutrition before and after pregnancy

FORT HOOD, Texas — Capt. Aisha Perez launched a temporary walk-in nutrition clinic at Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center to support expecting and postpartum parents. In less than three weeks, the clinic helped more than 60 patients and highlighted the growing need for accessible nutrition services. Through personalized counseling, patients gained confidence and learned practical ways to improve their health before and after pregnancy.

March 19, 2026

Restoring vision and building connection in CRDAMC's eye clinic

FORT HOOD, Texas — For many patients, visiting the eye clinic is about more than just updating a prescription. It can mean restoring sight, improving quality of life, and regaining independence.At Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center, the ophthalmology team works together to deliver that care for Soldiers, family members, and retirees.Maj. Brandon F. Harris, chief

March 12, 2026

CRDAMC Highlights Commitment to Patient Safety During Awareness Week

FORT HOOD, Texas — Patient safety remains a top priority at Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center, where staff across the organization are reinforcing best practices during Patient Safety Awareness Week.CRDAMC’s commitment to safe, high-quality care is reflected in its continued national recognition. The hospital has received the Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade “A” four

March 11, 2026

CRDAMC SWIP hosts Social Work Month professional training conference

Social workers play a critical role in helping Soldiers and their families navigate the emotional, behavioral and social challenges that can come with military life. To strengthen that mission, the Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center Social Work Internship Program hosted an annual Continuing Education Unit conference March 6, bringing together social workers from the hospital’s departments, clinics and guest social workers and speakers for a day of professional development and collaboration.

March 6, 2026

Teamwork, communication drive strong patient feedback in CRDAMC Orthopedic Clinic

FORT HOOD, Texas — The Orthopedic Clinic at Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center provides Soldiers, family members, and retirees with high-quality care focused on communication, compassion, and teamwork. Providers like Alex Morales, an orthopedic physician assistant, work closely with clinic staff to prepare for procedures, ensure patients understand their treatment, and deliver care that helps patients recover and gain mobility.

March 4, 2026

Improving you during National Nutrition Month

March is National Nutrition Month. As a military community, taking simple, sustainable steps toward better health through improved nutrition directly impacts medical readiness, resilience and long-term wellness.

Feb. 27, 2026

CRDAMC residents train long hours to serve patients, support mission readiness

FORT HOOD, Texas — Long Hours, Lasting Purpose: Inside Residency at CRDAMCAt Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center, the next generation of military physicians is training for a mission that demands both medical expertise and military readiness.The hospital’s graduate medical education programs include over 65 resident physicians from across the military, including the

Feb. 25, 2026

CRDAMC trains clinicians in advanced ultrasound to boost readiness, patient care

FORT HOOD, Texas — Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center is strengthening medical readiness and patient care through advanced ultrasound training designed to prepare providers to deliver high-quality care in any environment.Expeditionary Point of Care Ultrasound, or E-POCUS, equips clinicians with hands-on training using portable ultrasound technology in hospital and