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Aug. 10, 2023
88th Medical Support Squadron targets ‘trusted support, innovative solutions’

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – The 88th Medical Support Squadron stands as Wright-Patterson Medical Center’s logistical, administrative and fiscal backbone.With its mission to deliver “trusted support (and) innovative solutions” for medical providers, forge collaborative partnerships and
July 20, 2023
Magicians behind the curtain: 88th Surgical Operations Squadron

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- If you are on active duty, a dependent, retiree or even an eligible Veterans Affairs patient in the Dayton area who needs specialized medical care, odds are you’re going to pay a visit to the doctors, nurses and other medical staff at Wright-Patterson Medical
July 18, 2023
88th Healthcare Operations Squadron’s vast duties provides mass care for beneficiaries

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – In support of the Air Force’s second largest hospital, the 88th Healthcare Operations Squadron serves more than 36,000 enrolled beneficiaries providing a full scope of health care services, including internal, family and emergency medicine, pediatrics and
July 13, 2023
88 DTS does it out of sight and beneath the surface

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- The 88th Diagnostics and Therapeutics Squadron “dominates the dirty work” behind the scenes often finding things that are hidden from view.“When I was deployed to Afghanistan, I had that epiphany as a senior airman/staff sergeant,” said Senior Master Sgt.
June 16, 2023
88th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron focused on ‘fit to fight’ force

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – For the past 18 months, Senior Airman Rachael Hendricks has served as a flight and operational medicine technician with the 88th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron.Every day, she handles a wide range of responsibilities and duties. Hendricks conducts
May 23, 2023
Using the new MHS GENESIS Patient Portal

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- The Wright-Patterson Medical Center will be implementing their new Electronic Health Record (EHR), MHS GENESIS, on June 3, 2023. Included in the new EHR is a new patient portal which replaces the current TRICARE Online Patient Portal currently in use.Secure
Jan. 30, 2023
Wright-Patt doctor finds treatment path for military child with rare neurological condition

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – For the Anderson family, protecting their 8-year-old son, Reeve, has proven to be the fight of his lifetime. Reeve, born with Down syndrome, lived as a normal kid until he started to develop curious symptoms. His parents, Shana and Jason, were completely
Nov. 10, 2022
88th Medical Group celebrates its radiology team

National Radiologic Technology Week is an annual celebration to recognize the critical work of medical-imaging professionals in delivering safe care to our patient population and commemorate the X-ray’s discovery.
Sept. 3, 2021
88th MDG announces upcoming blood drive dates

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – The 88th Medical Group’s Blood Donor Center recently announced upcoming blood drive opportunities for people interested in donating.“This is important because our products are used for military patients of all ages and must be available at all times,” said
April 9, 2021
New scheduling tool available for COVID-19 vaccine

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – Beginning April 9, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base personnel and beneficiaries will be able to schedule their own COVID-19 vaccine appointments.In coordination with the Defense Health Agency, the 88th Medical Group will pilot the DHA Appointing Portal, which