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March 26, 2025

Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center Announces Front-Line Leadership Course

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — The Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center (ATAMMC) is excited to announce the launch of the Front-Line Supervisor Development Course, a unique initiative aimed at enhancing the skills of mid-level managers and supervisors within the organization. This two-day immersive course, specifically tailored for those who are new to ATAMMC or have recently stepped into supervisory roles, represents an important investment in the leadership pipeline.

March 14, 2025

Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center Optimizes Efficiency in Provider Certification Training

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — In an ongoing commitment to enhancing patient care and operational efficiency, the Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center (ATAMMC) is proud to announce a new initiative led by Ms. Kathleen Keister, a dedicated Nurse Educator in the Department of Education, Training, and Research (DETR). This initiative focuses on the recertification of healthcare providers in both Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Life Support (ALS) to maximize training efficiency and minimize downtime for medical personnel.

Nov. 15, 2024

Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center Earns An ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — The Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center (ATAMMC) earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit watchdog focused on patient safety. Leapfrog assigns an “A,” “B,” “C,” “D” or “F” grade to general hospitals across the country based on over 30 performance measures reflecting errors, accidents, injuries and infections, as well as the systems hospitals have in place to prevent them.

May 3, 2024

Pioneering Cancer Therapy: Unveiling New Possibilities in Military Health

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — "Unprecedented Cancer Treatment Emerges on the Military Medical Front" In the fight against aggressive lymphoma cancer, the Hematology/Oncology team at the Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center (ATAMMC), under the leadership of Dr. Pramvir Verma, introduced a pioneering solution - Epkinly, a monoclonal antibody anticancer medication used for the treatment of diffuse large B-cell lymphoma. Unveiled at ATAMMC, it serves as a beacon of hope for patients who have not responded to previous treatments.

March 12, 2024

The Inauguration of the Gavin Blair Sensory Room: Insights from a Provider

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — The sensory room offers a calming space with sensory-friendly elements to alleviate patients' fears and anxieties. By providing a safe and welcoming environment, the goal is to enhance the healthcare experience for individuals with autism spectrum disorder.

Oct. 18, 2023

Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center Recognized by Becker’s Hospital Review as a “Top Recommended Hospital”

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center (ATAMMC), formerly known as Fort Belvoir Community Hospital, was recently highlighted by Becker’s Hospital Review for the outstanding, high-quality care it provides to military medical beneficiaries.