USNH Okinawa

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Today, Acting @SECNAV Thomas B. Modly will name the future aircraft carrier (CVN 81) in honor of #WWII hero Ship’s Cook Third Class Doris Miller at a ceremony in Pearl Harbor, HI. Learn how his actions on Dec. 7, 1941, earned him the Navy Cross. #MotivationMonday #DorisMiller

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The chief petty officer, as recognized today, was officially established 1 April 1893. Last week, USNH Okinawa conducted a cake cutting ceremony to celebrate.

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A group of newly hired employees of Ginowan City visited USNH Okinawa recently. They toured the Emergency Department, Multi-Service Ward, and the Mother Infant Care Center. While visiting, they had the opportunity... https://t.co/ah40YzBF7w

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While our March 26th exercise was larger than usual, USNH Okinawa regularly holds exercises to assess the effectiveness of our organization’s various response plans and hone lifesaving medical skills. We also participate... https://t.co/0M0up8FtvU

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Making an exercise as realistic as possible is something drill planners strive for. In a medical drill, one way to do this is by using moulage to simulate realistic injuries.

Our recent mass casualty drill saw Airmen... https://t.co/fTEaf7V83o

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During our recent mass casualty drill, helos weren't the only way patients were brought in. They also arrived at the hospital via ambulance, bus, and car. Once the patients arrived, hospital staff ranging from security... https://t.co/sHlF9SwRfc

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Helicopter landings were one of the most visible aspects of our recent mass casualty drill. Bringing in patients via helicopter may seem rather simple. In practice, it requires coordination from a variety of personnel... https://t.co/IXgP4hyjdj

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Callers may currently be unable to reach our Pharmacy through the 646-WELL line due to some technical issues we are experiencing.

Please call 646-7189 to reach the Pharmacy. You can dial 098-971-7189 if calling from an... https://t.co/utWYVSAMAK

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Happy Birthday U.S. Navy Chiefs!
The rank of chief petty officer as it is recognized today was officially established April 1, 1893. Learn more at https://t.co/FlFAxQWZGI https://t.co/FlFAxQWZGI

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As mentioned in previous posts, USNH Okinawa conducted a mass casualty exercise earlier this week. The drill was the largest exercise of its type ever conducted at the hospital. In addition to USNH Okinawa, personnel from... https://t.co/ArGXhRl4D0

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On March 20, Major General Masahisa Kawaguchi , Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Surgeon General, visited USNH Okinawa. He met with hospital leadership, toured the campus, and ate lunch with staff at the galley.

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On March 21, members of the Okinawa Pharmacists Association, a group of pharmacists from local hospitals and pharmacies, toured U.S. Naval Hospital Okinawa, Japan. The group visited the hospital Pharmacy, the Multiservice... https://t.co/cVShiBcx3e

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U.S. NAVAL HOSPITAL OKINAWA, JAPAN HONORS GRADUATING JAPANESE FELLOWS

U.S. Naval Hospital Okinawa, Japan recognized the graduates of the Japanese National Physician Graduate Medical Education Program Class of... https://t.co/basdDdg34P

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On March 15th, U.S. Naval Hospital Okinawa, Japan staff joined Commanding Officer Cynthia Kuehner in recognizing some outstanding performers in the command at an official awards ceremony. Please join us in congratulating the awardees!

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Earlier this week, USNH Okinawa's Directorate of Nursing Services conducted two uniforms inspections. Sailors from the directorate rose before sunrise and formed up for the inspections. Here are some highlights!

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As part of Patient Safety Awareness Week, USNH Okinawa staff had the opportunity to test their skills in the “Room of Errors” set up as part of Patient Safety Awareness Week. Once inside, participants had five minutes to... https://t.co/w0meI4dZ30

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Here's a link showcasing USNHO's very own Engineering Aid First Class Larzon Ong working with NAVFAC Far East contractors during a recent site visit to the hospital. https://t.co/90Zc78pvNd

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USNH Okinawa’s Director for Medical Services recently conducted a Type III uniform inspection. Here are some highlights!

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Earlier today, USNH Okinawa Commanding Officer Captain Cynthis Kuehner was a guest speaker at Naval Mobile Construction Battalion THREE's International Women's Day luncheon. https://t.co/BDF29DWLP7

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Here's some important news regarding updates to the Department of the Navy medical waivers process... https://t.co/f2BdDEc2hB