Naval Medical Center San Diego

08/23/2025

🎉🦷 Happy Birthday Navy Dental Corps ⚓🥳

's dental team held a cake cutting ceremony to celebrate the 113th anniversary of the Navy Dental Corps, August 22. Sticking with tradition, the cake was cut by the oldest and youngest Sailors and NMCSD's Commander, Capt. Elizabeth Adriano, was on hand to deliver remarks highlighting the importance of the Dental Corps to NMCSD's mission.

Happy birthday and here's to many more! 🥳

08/23/2025

🏆 Awards at Quarters! 🏆

Commander, Capt. Elizabeth Adriano, presented awards at quarters this morning to recognize several Sailors and civilian staff for their outstanding contributions to the mission of providing the highest quality medical care to our veterans, service members, and their families.

In addition to recognizing the award recipients, NMRTC San Diego's Command Master Chief, CMDCM Adolfo Gonzalez, took the opportunity to wish the Dental Corps a happy 113th birthday!

Congratulations to all of the award recipients on a job well done! 👏🎉

Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal:
Cmdr. Christopher J. Udell
Cmdr. Catherine L. Kubera
Lt. Cmdr. Travis Y. Morioka
Lt. Kyle J. O'Leary

Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal:
Lt. Jessrica A. Lott
Lt. Carolyn L. Silverman
HM1 John F. Solomon
HM1 Justin O. Barker
HM3 Ashley A. Phelps
HM3 Elany G. De Hoyos

Q3 2025 Sailor of the Quarter:
HM2 Christopher Johnson

Q2 2025 Civilian of the Quarter:
Mr. John Henley
Ms. Michele Gonzales
Ms. Justine Marquez

Civilian Service Achievement Medal:
Wayne D. Pritchard

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08/22/2025

08/22/2025

🏆Commander's Cup🏆

's Director, Capt. Elizabeth Adriano, presented the Inpatient Mental Health department with the Commander's Cup for the 3rd Quarter of 2025. The Commander's Cup is an award given to recognize excellence in patient advocacy and the Inpatient Mental Health department became the first department to win the award twice in a two year span!

In her remarks, Adriano praised the team for their hard work and dedication amidst demanding challenges on a daily basis.

Hooyah Inpatient Mental Health! Thank you for all you do! 🏆🙏🥳

08/21/2025

A Home Away From Home

's Director, Capt. Elizabeth Adriano, Deputy Director, Capt. Cindi Palacios, and Command Master Chief Adolfo Gonzalez toured the Fisher House San Diego to see the results of a recent renovations to the facilities.

Fisher House San Diego General Manager Tiana Babcock led the Triad through the building and highlighted the changes and updates. "The house was built in 1992, so it needed a little bit of love and upkeep," Babcock said.

Navy & Marine Corps Fisher Houses offer "a home away from home" at no cost for families of patients receiving medical care at military treatment facilities.

08/20/2025

Leaders at Naval Medical Center San Diego (NMCSD) welcomed U.S. Rep. Jack Bergman (MI-01) Aug. 11 for an official visit focused on readiness, health care delivery, and an innovative program that is transforming warfighter readiness and patients’ lives.

“What sets our Maxillofacial Restoration Program apart is that we don’t just perform surgery, we restore health, function, and quality of life,” said Cmdr. Daniel Hammer, oral maxillofacial surgeon and program manager. “It’s a complete, end-to-end model with no civilian equivalent. From the first consult through full recovery, we are with our patients every step of the way.”

NMCSD’s program is one of the few in the country to offer “Jaw in a Day,” a procedure that combines immediate jaw reconstruction with 3D-printed dental implants, all completed in a single surgery. Hammer’s team at NMCSD performed the DoD’s first such procedure and has now completed more than 30.

To read the full story about Congressman Bergman's visit to NMCSD and the Maxillofacial Restoration Program, click the link in the comments below. 👇

08/20/2025

Congratulations to Sydney Stone and HM3 Lluvia DeJesus Garcia assigned to 's Nursing Department, for receiving the Diseases Attacking the Immune System (DAISY) Award!

The Daisy Award honors nurses and corpsmen for their incredible clinical care, compassion, and kindness. These members were nominated for the DAISY award by a patient’s family member and a Physician for their exceptional patient care and advocacy.

During the ceremony, DAISY Award recipients receive a certificate and DAISY gifts of appreciation to include an “Ask Me About the DAISY Award” pin and a sculpture which depicts the embracing relationship nurses have with their patients.

08/20/2025

📣 Important Safety Message for Our Military Families📣

Did you know that window falls are a critical concern, especially for children? Tragically, thousands of children are injured or die each year from preventable window falls. Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) is committed to your family's safety. This important message highlights key steps we can all take to prevent these accidents. Together, we can create a safer environment for our Navy children. Let's make window safety a priority!

08/18/2025

Need an acute/urgent care appointment and can't get to the hospital or don't have time to come to the hospital? Try the new Virtually Integrated Patient Readiness and Remote Program (VIPRR). Just call the MHS Nurse Advice line at 1-800-TRICARE.

Note: This is for TRICARE Prime beneficiaries only.

08/15/2025

🏆 Awards at Quarters! 🏆

Acting Commander, Capt. Cindi Palacios, presented awards at quarters this morning to recognize the hard work and dedication of our Shipmates of the Month! Bravo Zulu to these fine sailors:

RPSN Crystal Manning
HN Jessica King
HA Eric Celis
HA Julian Perez Plascencia
HM2 Jared Wilmot
CS2 Emanuele Patterson
HM3 Juan Razo
HN Skyler Torres
HN Ethan Saelee
HA Benjamin Forrest

Palacios also presented CS2 Chelsea Warden with the Star Performer award and congratulated all 42 (❗️) of 's Lieutenant Commander Selectees.

NMRTC San Diego's Command Master Chief, CMDCM Adolfo Gonzalez, also addressed the crowd, praising the sailors recognized today for going above and beyond the call of duty. He pointed to their exceptional efforts and the work of all of the NMCSD sailors and staff as the reason that NMCSD is the finest medical facility in the entire MHS!

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08/11/2025

🏆Setting the Standard🏆

Director, Capt. Elizabeth Adriano, visited the NMCSD radiology department to recognize some of our civilian medical providers for their remarkable contributions to the mission of providing the safest, highest quality medical care to our veterans, service members, and their families.

Adriano presented Dr. Aaron Cho with the 2024 Navy Radiology Civilian Radiologist of the Year Award and Mr. Israel Moran with the 2024 Navy Radiology Civilian Technician of the Year Award for their exceptional professionalism, personal initiative, and loyal devotion to the Navy Radiology community.

Congratulations to you both and thank you for all you do!

08/11/2025

🇺🇸🦅 Welcome Aboard CMSgt =✪=

welcomed U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Tanya Y Johnson, Defense Health Agency Senior Enlisted Leader, for a visit, August 11. Before addressing NMCSD's Chiefs and engaging in a Q&A session, Johnson recognized some of our finest Junior Enlisted Sailors for their outstanding contributions by presenting them with coins.

It was an honor to host you Chief Master Sgt.!

08/08/2025

🏆 Awards at Quarters! 🏆

CAPT Elizabeth Adriano, 's Commander, recognized the outstanding contributions of individual sailors and staff at quarters, August 8. She also presented the Directorate for Public Health with the 2024 Navy Surgeon General's Health Promotion and Wellness Award. These exemplary individuals truly embody the mission of providing the safest, highest-quality medical care to our veterans, service members and their families. Congratulations and thank you for your dedicated service!

Meritorious Service Medal:
CAPT Sara C. Gonzalez

Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal:
LCDR Michael P. Fanning
LCDR Robert G. Graham
LT Francisco Garciavelazquez

Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal:
HM2 Sheila Salazar

Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal:
HN Nelson S. Abong Jr.

08/08/2025

Defining Expeditionary Roles – Strengthening Our MSC Community 💪⚓️
Medical Service Corps Officers from across Southern California came together at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar for the 2025 Southern California MSC Symposium, hosted by the Southern California Medical Service Corps Officers Association, 1 Aug.

With this year’s theme, “Leading and Defining Roles of MSC Officers in Expeditionary Platforms,” the symposium connected our MSC community with senior leaders from Navy Medicine, operational commands, and the Defense Health Agency.

Through keynote addresses, panel discussions, and peer engagement, attendees explored how MSC officers are shaping Navy Medicine’s global mission — from operational planning and digital medical technologies to sustaining clinical readiness in challenging environments.

Events like this ensure our officers are ready to meet the demands of the fleet and deliver on our commitment to a medically ready force and a ready medical force. 🌎⚓️🩺

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Medical Service Corps (MSC) Officers from across Southern California gathered at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar’s Officers’ Club for the 2025 Southern California MSC Symposium, hosted by the Southern California Medical Service Corps Officers Association (SoCal MSCOA).

08/08/2025

was proud to host the Medical Corps Roadshow — a vital opportunity to connect, grow, and shape the future of Navy Medicine, 6 Aug.

🙏 A sincere thank you to our Medical Corps leadership for dedicating their time and energy to mentoring and guiding our medical professionals.

🩺 Your insights and engagement help ensure we meet the demands of the fleet by developing medically ready and ready medical forces — ready to answer the call, anytime, anywhere.

08/07/2025

⚓👩‍⚕️Leading the Charge to Provide the Highest-Quality Medical Care👨‍⚕️⚓

Capt. Elizabeth Adriano recognized the outstanding contributions of some of our hard-working medical professionals by presenting them with Star Clinician, Master Clinician, and Associate Master Clinician awards, 6 Aug.

Congratulations to the award winners and thank you for all you do!

Star Clinician:
Dr. Sengkham Wu
LT Kimberly Corp
LT Renz Antonio

Master Clinician:
CDR Elizabeth Bauer
CAPT Jack Brandau
LCDR Noelle Cadotte
CDR Pamela Choi
CAPT Sara Gonzalez
LCDR Kevin Healy
CDR Derek Larson
CAPT Monica Ormeno
Dr. Christine Parrish
LCDR Brett Sadowski
CDR Kimberly Spahn
CAPT Danielle Taysom
CDR Kimberly Thompson
CDR Gabriel Valerio

Associate Master Clinicians:
LCDR Alanna Balboni
Dr. Michael Batchellar
CDR Jonathan Berger
LCDR Julia Camp
Dr. Christina Chirico
LCDR Amy Condos
LT Kimberly Corp
CDR Kristin Finn
LCDR Michelle Gosselin
CDR Amie Heim
LCDR Daniel Krauth
LCDR Walter Kucera
CDR Scott Liu
LCDR Nora Maddy
Dr. Kristin Mangalindan
COL John Musser
LCDR Janette Noveras
CDR Brittany Powell
LCDR Geoffrey Raynor
CDR Crystal Russel
CAPT Edgar San Luis
Dr. Erica Sanford-Kobayashi
CDR Jonathan Seavey
CDR Margo Smith
CAPT Tiffany Uranga
CDR James Wallace
LCDR Benjamin Wheatley

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08/07/2025

For 21 1st Class Petty Officers, today was a glorious day as they were informed of their selection to U.S. Navy . The CPO Initiation process will challenge them to bring out their absolute best, and we wish them nothing but the best. BZ CPO selectees!

HM1 Andres Aquino
HM1 Adrian Fernandez
HM1 Fabian Floriano
HM1 Zachary Kirk
HM1 Shawn Marshall
HM1 Armanlevi Navio
HM1 Victoria Ocampo
HM1 Alvin Ochieng
HM1 Rodney Reed
HM1 Ninamarie Rivera
HM1 Ryan Roehrich
HM1 Nathan Rozier
HM1 Alexis Sandino
HM1 Maria Sevilla
HM1 Alexander Box
HM1 Vanessa Natoli
HM1 Gregory Peterson
HM1 Corrine Ramos
HM1 Cassandra Santos
LS1 Victor Diazadame
OS1 Cindy Rodriguezgomez

08/02/2025

🏆 Awards at Quarters! 🏆

CAPT Elizabeth Adriano, 's Commander, awarded our 3rd Quarter Senior Sailor, Junior Sailor, and Blue Jacket of the Quarter during Awards at Quarters, August 1.

Congratulations to HM1 Shirley Cordero (SOQ), HM3 Allison J. Berkley (JSOQ) and HN Nelson Abong (BJOQ)! 🫡⚓

Adriano also awarded several sailors Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medals and Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medals. Thank you to the following for your dedication and commitment to our warfighting strength!

Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal:
HM1 Ryan R. Roehrich
HM1 Derrick Tanida
HM1 Jessika S. Gomez
HM2 Taylor L. Wilson

Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal:
CS1 Ronald Holton
CS2 Kevinken P. Ramos
CS2 Chelsea R. Warden
CS2 Angelica J. Yutuc
CS2 Emanuele L. Patterson
CS3 Jermaine Q. Hilt
HM2 Ambria L. Limehouse
HM2 Neal Franks
HM3 Ashley M. Soto

In her remarks, Adriano praised Navy personnel for their tireless work and contributions to the mission of providing the safest, highest-quality medical care to our veterans, service members and their families.

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07/31/2025

[Visit 3 of 3]
⚓🫡MyNavy Career Center, Arriving!🦅🇺🇸

was honored to host U.S. Navy Rear Adm. Stuart C. Satterwhite, Commander, MyNavy Career Center (MNCC), on July 31. In his role overseeing the Navy’s centralized hub for personnel services, Rear Adm. Satterwhite met with command leadership to discuss the unique career and administrative needs of Naval Medical Centers.

The visit highlighted how MNCC supports Sailors at NMCSD by streamlining personnel processes and delivering responsive, Sailor-focused services—enabling our medical teams to stay mission-ready and focused on care.

07/31/2025

[Visit 2 of 3]
⚓🫡Welcome Rear Adm. Case!🦅🇺🇸

was honored to host Rear Adm. Matthew Case, DHA Acting Assistant Director for Healthcare Administration, during his visit on July 31. Discussions focused on how DHA priorities help NMCSD continue delivering safe, high-quality care to our service members, veterans, and their families.

Case leads the administration and management of healthcare delivery across all military hospitals and clinics within .

It is always an honor and pleasure to have you onboard Sir!

07/31/2025

In less than 48 hours, NMCSD proudly welcomed three Distinguished Visitors, each bringing unique perspectives and a shared commitment to military medicine. Their visits provided an opportunity to showcase our capabilities, engage with our dedicated staff, and reaffirm support for our mission to remain the premier medical center on the West Coast. Here is visit 1 of 3.

🦅🌎⚓️Brig. Gen. David Hyman Visits NMCSD👨‍⚕️🇺🇸

was honored to welcome U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. David C. Hyman, Commanding General, Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Western Recruiting Region, on July 30. His visit focused on strengthening collaboration and discussing how NMCSD supports the readiness and resilience of the next generation of Marines.

Brig. Gen. Hyman toured key departments, met with Sailors and staff, and saw firsthand how our teams deliver world-class medical care to Marine recruits and active-duty personnel—ensuring they are fit, focused, and ready for the fight.

07/29/2025

UPDATE
//29 July 2025, 5:04 p.m.//
Power has been restored at the Naval Branch Health Clinic and Dental Clinic. Please reach out directly to the clinics if you have any questions or concerns.

//29 July 2025, 12:52 p.m.//
received reports about a power outage . We will provide status updates pertaining to the Naval Branch Health Clinic and Dental Clinic located onboard . For those with a scheduled digital appointment, please send a message via MHS GENISIS to reschedule. Please visit for installation-wide updates.