Articles

Jan. 16, 2025

Targeted Care Has Womack Patients in its Sights

FORT LIBERTY, NORTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES — FORT LIBERTY, NC - “This is something that will allow patients across the board to be served better and faster according to their specific needs.” That is how Lt. Col. Julie Shin described the new behavioral health targeted care initiative rolling out at Womack Army Medical Center. Shin is a Clinical Psychologist and Deputy Chief of the Department of Behavioral Health at Womack and is excited about the proposition of the new initiative.

Dec. 23, 2024

My Military Health: Improving the Patient Experience

The Defense Health Agency is changing how you access care and how we deliver it, making care more focused on you as a person. You’ll soon have faster, easier, and more convenient access from your phone, tablet, or laptop to online tools and services to help meet your health care needs.

Dec. 17, 2024

Womack Soldiers Share Holiday Stories with Children

FORT LIBERTY, NORTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES — “There were many smiles when the Soldiers visited classrooms today, which really made my day,” said Robert Breyer, Principal of Anderson Creek Primary school, located near Fort Liberty. “Our students truly enjoy seeing military members on campus.”

Dec. 5, 2024

Womack Receives Consecutive “A” Hospital Safety Grade

FORT LIBERTY, NORTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES — FORT LIBERTY, NC-- Womack Army Medical Center has achieved an impressive second consecutive “A” Hospital Safety Grade from the Leapfrog Group, solidifying their commitment to patient safety and quality care. One of 15 hospitals within the Defense Health Agency to achieve this grade.

Dec. 5, 2024

Healthy Holiday Habits Reinforce Wellness Goals

FORT LIBERTY, NORTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES — FORT LIBERTY - Are you considering a weight loss goal, changing your diet, moving more, or a complete lifestyle overhaul in 2025? Perhaps you have considered postponing all those changes until after the holidays when the festivities are over. Unfortunately, most New Year’s Resolutions lose momentum within a few weeks!

Dec. 5, 2024

9/11 Memorial Flag Makes 128th Stop at Womack

FORT LIBERTY, NORTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES — FORT LIBERTY NC-- After traveling for more than 22 years, the 9/11 Memorial Flag made its 128th stop at Womack Army Medical Center commemorating the 22nd anniversary of the 2001 attacks. Escorted by law enforcement and patriot biker’s, curator Thomas McBrien transported the revered flag with dignity. The 9/11 Memorial Flag symbolizes the unwavering spirit, unity, and resilience of our nation.

Nov. 14, 2024

Commendation Medal Awarded to Womack’s Red Cross Lead

FORT LIBERTY, N.C. — “The first 9-1-1 call I ever received was a soldier trying to commit suicide. I kept talking to him, trying to reassure him that everything was going to be okay, and I kept him on the phone until I was able to get deputies there to help him.”

Oct. 30, 2024

Womack Nurse Saves a Life, Maybe More

FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. — Womack nurse Cynthia Sherin poses with Steve Cannada in a photo minutes before he suffered a heart attack. Cannada credits Sherin with saving his life.

Oct. 16, 2024

Womack’s Walk to Remember Honors Memory of Lost Children

For Jennifer Hartman, losing her child was the single most traumatic thing in her life. Thanks to the annual Walk to Remember event at Womack Army Medical Center held Tuesday evening, she is better able to deal with her grief and make the load a little lighter.

Sept. 23, 2024

Womack Forensic Team is Breaking the Silence and Building Resilience

As a registered nurse and Forensic Healthcare Program Manager for Womack Army Medical Center, Kelly Taylor and her team provides compassionate care and support to survivors of sexual assault. With a passion for forensics and a drive to make a difference, Taylor shares her journey and insights on the importance of consent, boundaries, and healthy relationships. Taylor’s path to becoming a sexual assault nurse examiner began while working in emergency medicine where she encountered patients that experienced trauma, physical and sexual abuse. “My passion was caring for patients that come in the most vulnerable moments of their lives and so I wanted to channel that passion into something meaningful,” said Taylor.