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Army Veterinary Officers Complete Specialized Dairy Pasteurizer Audit Training in Denmark
10 KOLDING, Denmark — Thirteen U.S. Army Veterinary Corps officers recently completed Europe Dairy Pasteurizer Audit Training in Kolding, Denmark by participating in specialized technical instruction and on-site field evaluations across eight Danish dairy manufacturing facilities. The intensive course, held Sept. 13-26, was led by Chief Warrant Officer 4 Clayton Davenport, command food safety officer for Public Health Command Europe.
Army Veterinary Officers Complete Specialized Dairy Pasteurizer Audit Training in Denmark
KOLDING, Denmark — Thirteen U.S. Army Veterinary Corps officers recently completed Europe Dairy Pasteurizer Audit Training in Kolding, Denmark by participating in specialized technical instruction and on-site field evaluations across eight Danish dairy manufacturing facilities. The intensive course, held Sept. 13-26, was led by Chief Warrant Officer 4 Clayton Davenport, command food safety officer for Public Health Command Europe.
Army Medical Service Corps Officer Serves as Liaison to German Military Medical Forces
SEMBACH, Germany — The U.S. Army Medical Command recently established its first medical officer liaison position with the German military’s medical service in Bonn, Germany. Col. Kenneth Spicer, a U.S. Army Medical Service Corps officer, assumed the role in August 2025.
Army medical soldier powers All-Army Women’s Softball Team to championship
An Army physical therapy technician stationed in Germany helped power the U.S. Army Women’s Softball Team to a first-place finish at the 2026 Armed Forces Women’s Softball Championships held recently in Oklahoma City. Sgt. Summer Feathers, a 68F physical therapy technician assigned to the U.S. Army Health Clinic Stuttgart, joined fellow Soldier-athletes from across the globe to claim the Department of Defense’s top softball title at the USA Softball Hall of Fame Complex.
Medical Readiness Command – Europe hosts meeting with Multinational Medical Coordination Center - Europe (MMCC-E)
10 SEMBACH, Germany – U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Mark Stackle, commander of Medical Readiness Command – Europe and director of Defense Health Network - Europe, hosted a meeting with German Bundeswehr Brig. Gen. (Dr.) Thorsten Schütz, director of the Multinational Medical Coordination Center – Europe (MMCC-E) Oct. 6.
Medical Readiness Command – Europe hosts meeting with Multinational Medical Coordination Center - Europe (MMCC-E)
10 .SEMBACH, Germany – U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Mark Stackle, commander of Medical Readiness Command – Europe and director of Defense Health Network - Europe, hosted a meeting with German Bundeswehr Brig. Gen. (Dr.) Thorsten Schütz, director of the Multinational Medical Coordination Center – Europe (MMCC-E) Oct. 6.
Army Medical Soldier Powers All-Army Women’s Softball Team to Championship
SEMBACH, Germany — An Army physical therapy technician stationed in Germany helped power the U.S. Army Women’s Softball Team to a first-place finish at the 2026 Armed Forces Women’s Softball Championships held recently in Oklahoma City. Sgt. Summer Feathers, a 68F physical therapy technician assigned to the U.S. Army Health Clinic Stuttgart, joined fellow Soldier-athletes from across the globe to claim the Department of Defense’s top softball title at the USA Softball Hall of Fame Complex.
U.S. Army Medical Soldier Powers All-Army Women’s Softball Team to Championship
10 SEMBACH, Germany – U.S. Army Sgt. Summer Feathers, a 68F physical therapy technician assigned to the U.S. Army Health Clinic Stuttgart was a member of the U.S. Army Women’s Softball Team that recently won 1st Place in the 2026 Armed Forces Women’s Softball Championships in Oklahoma City, Okla.
Medical Readiness Command – Europe civilian honored with 2026 Spirit of Hope Award at Pentagon Ceremony
Recommended Content: Excellence in Military Medicine Dr. John Casey, director of global health engagements for Medical Readiness Command – Europe, has been awarded the 2026 Spirit of Hope Award by the United States Department of War in recognition of his outstanding commitment to service members and their families. The ceremony, hosted by the Deputy Secretary of War, was held in the Pentagon on Sept 23.
Medical Readiness Command – Europe Emphasizes Readiness and Resilience of Workforce
SEMBACH KASERNE, Germany — More than 80 military service members and Department of the Army civilians assigned to the Medical Readiness Command - Europe headquarters gathered Friday, Sept. 25, at the Sembach Workforce Development Center for a comprehensive Ready and Resilient Training Day designed to bolster personal wellness and strengthen workplace cohesion.
Medical Readiness Command – Europe civilian honored with 2026 Spirit of Hope Award at Pentagon Ceremony
SEMBACH, Germany — Dr. John Casey, director of global health engagements for Medical Readiness Command – Europe, has been awarded the 2026 Spirit of Hope Award by the United States Department of War in recognition of his outstanding commitment to service members and their families. The ceremony, hosted by the Deputy Secretary of War, was held in the Pentagon on Sept 23.
Medical Readiness Command – Europe Emphasizes Readiness and Resilience (R2D)
10 SEMBACH KASERNE, Germany — U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Tyrell Hamilton (right), equal opportunity advisor for Medical Readiness Command - Europe and lead facilitator, engages with the audience during Readiness and Resilience (R2D) training. More than 80 military service members and Department of the Army civilians assigned to the Medical Readiness Command - Europe headquarters gathered Friday, Sept.
Army Medical Command Leaders Focus on Warfighter Readiness at Leadership Development Session in Germany
SEMBACH, Germany — Military medicine exists to build trust with troops on the front lines and ensure their families that top-tier care awaits them at home and abroad, the Army’s top medical officer told senior leaders during a Leadership Professional Development session in Germany recently.
U.S. and French military medical leaders advance bilateral clinical partnership
CLAMART, France — U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Mark Stackle, commander of Medical Readiness Command - Europe, and director of Defense Health Network Europe, recently visited the French Percy National Army Training Hospital to enhance bilateral medical relations and deepen cooperation between U.S. Army Medicine and the French Military Health Service. During the visit, Brig. Gen. Stackle met with French Brig. Gen.
U.S. Army Surgeon General Team Visits Medical Readiness Command, Europe
10 SEMBACH, Germany - The U.S. Army Surgeon General, Lt. Gen. Mary K. Izaguirre and her leadership team visited Medical Readiness Command, Europe Headquarters recently. The team was in Germany to conduct a Leadership Professional Development session for members of Army Medicine stationed across Europe. Pictured from left to right are: Brig. Gen. Mark Stackle, commander of Medical Readiness Command, Europe, Chief Warrant Officer 5 Terrence Ward, Lt. Gen. Mary K. Izaguirre, Command Sgt. Maj.
Army Surgeon General Conducts Leadership Professional Development Session in Germany
10 SEMBACH, Germany — More than 100 senior U.S. Army medical leaders from across Europe gathered recently at Sembach Kaserne for a comprehensive leadership professional development session aimed at preparing Army medicine for the demands of modern conflict. The session, led by Lt. Gen. Mary K. Izaguirre, the U.S. Army Surgeon General blended direct mentorship and an operational readiness focus.
Medical Readiness Command, Europe Hosts Army Family Forum
LANDSTUHL, Germany – Medical Readiness Command, Europe leadership hosted an Army Family Forum dedicated to Soldier and Family Quality of Life Sept 14 at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center. Patricia (Patty) Centeno, Chief of Family Programs for U.S. Army Medical Command was the lead facilitator and guest speaker for the event. Taking part in the forum were senior Army medical leaders, Soldiers, spouses and family members from across the Medical Readiness Command, Europe footprint.
Medical Readiness Command, Europe Hosts Army Family Forum
10 LANDSTUHL, Germany – Medical Readiness Command, Europe leadership hosted an Army Family Forum dedicated to Soldier and Family Quality of Life Sept 14 at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center. Patricia (Patty) Centeno, Chief of Family Programs for U.S. Army Medical Command was the lead facilitator and guest speaker for the event. Taking part in the forum were senior Army medical leaders, Soldiers, spouses and family members from across the Medical Readiness Command, Europe footprint.
Army Doc, Combat Veteran, speaks at Ramstein Air Base 9/11 Memorial
RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany — U.S. Army Col. (Dr.) Christian Labra served as the guest speaker at the Ramstein Air Base 9/11 Memorial Ceremony on Sept. 11, 2026. Addressing a crowd of more than 500 service members, civilians, and US and German first responders, Labra reflected on his motivation to serve and honored the sacrifices made during and after the 2001 attacks.
Medical Readiness Command, Europe takes part in 9/11 Memorial Ceremony and March
10 RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany - Soldiers from across Medical Readiness Command, Europe, along with Lt. Gen. Mary K. Izaguirre, The Army Surgeon General and Command Sgt. Maj. John E. Dobbins, Command Sergeant Major for U.S. Army Medical Command, took part in the 9/11 Memorial Ceremony and March at Ramstein Air Base, Germany the morning of Sept. 11, 2026. The solemn event was widely attended by U.S. servicemembers, family members and German and American firefighters.
Army dentist selected for All-Army Golf Team trials
SEMBACH, Germany — U.S. Army Capt. Brandon Mai, a general dentist assigned to the U.S. Army Dental Clinic in Stuttgart, Germany, has been selected to attend the All-Army Golf Trial Camp Sept. 7-14 at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, New York. Mai is one of 12 golfers selected for the competitive camp, which identifies the Army’s top players for national-level competition. Six participants will be selected to represent the Army at the Armed Forces Golf Championship, scheduled for Sept.
Army dentist selected for All-Army Golf Team trials
10 SEMBACH, Germany — U.S. Army Capt. Brandon Mai, a general dentist assigned to the U.S. Army Dental Clinic in Stuttgart, Germany, has been selected to attend the All-Army Golf Trial Camp Sept. 7-14 at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, New York. Mai is one of 12 golfers selected for the competitive camp, which identifies the Army’s top players for national-level competition. Six participants will be selected to represent the Army at the Armed Forces Golf Championship, scheduled for Sept.
U.S. Army medic supports global health engagement in Panama
10 DAVID, Panama — U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Bertie Charles (2nd from left), detachment sergeant for U.S. Army Health Clinic Stuttgart, Germany, supported a Global Health Engagement rotation in Panama from July 23 through Aug. 5, 2026. The health engagement helped to reduce a backlog of endoscopic care while building clinical capacity with Panamanian medical professionals.
U.S. Army medic supports global health engagement in Panama
DAVID, Panama — U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Bertie Charles, detachment sergeant for U.S. Army Health Clinic Stuttgart, Germany, supported a Global Health Engagement rotation in Panama from July 23 through Aug. 5, 2026. The health engagement helped to reduce a backlog of endoscopic care while building clinical capacity with Panamanian medical professionals.
2026 Europe Best Medic Competition Winners Announced
LANDSTUHL, Germany - Medical Readiness Command, Europe is proud to announce the winners of the 2026 Europe Best Medic Competition held Aug. 28 – 30 at Breitenwald Range, Rhine Ordnance Barracks and Ramstein Air Base, Germany. The winners were announced during a ceremony Aug. 31 at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center Heaton Auditorium.
2026 Europe Best Medic Competition
10 RHINE ORDNANCE BARRACKS, Germany - Pfc. Jeshua Altamirano Padron from the 2nd Cavalry Regiment treats simulated casualties during the 2026 Europe Best Medic Competition. The competition was held at Breitenwald Range, Rhine Ordnance Barracks and Ramstein Air Base, Germany Aug. 28-30.
2026 Medical Readiness Command, Europe Best Medic Competition Winners Announced
10 SEMBACH, Germany – Winning top honors for U.S. Army Europe and Africa in the 2026 Medical Readiness Command, Europe Best Medic Competition was Team Delta from 2nd Cavalry Regiment. (Pictured from left to right are; Col. Jeremy Johnson, Chief of Staff for Medical Readiness Command, Europe, Command Sgt. Maj. Kalani Kalili, Command Sergeant Major for Medical Readiness Command, Europe, Spc. William Shapley (Team Delta), 1st Lt. Aden Rothmeyer (Team Delta) and Command Sgt. Maj.
Medical Readiness Command, Europe G-6 Information Technology Team wins 2026 MEDCOM Mercury Award for HIT Team of the Year
10 The Medical Readiness Command, Europe G6 (Information Technology) team was recently selected as the 2026 US Army Medical Command Mercury Award winner for Health Information Technology Team (HIT) of the year. The winners were announced at the 2026 Defense Health Information Technology Symposium (DHITS) Aug. 10 in New Orleans. Pictured from left to right are: Lt. Col. Justin Lilly, Craig McDowell, Lazaro Smith, Justin Michaels, and Bryan Gilbrech.
Medical Readiness Command, Europe G-6 Information Technology Team wins 2026 MEDCOM Mercury Award for HIT Team of the Year
SEMBACH, Germany - The Medical Readiness Command, Europe G6 (Information Technology) team was recently selected as the 2026 US Army Medical Command Mercury Award winner for Health Information Technology Team (HIT) of the year. The winners were announced at the 2026 Defense Health Information Technology Symposium (DHITS) Aug. 10 in New Orleans.
Medical Readiness Command, Europe G-6 Information Technology Team wins MEDCOM Mercury Award for HIT Team of the Year
10 NEW ORLEANS - Bryan Gilbrech (center), Deputy Chief Information Officer for Medical Readiness Command, Europe accepts the U.S. Army Medical Command Health Information Technology Team of the Year Award for 2026.The winners were announced at the 2026 Defense Health Information Technology Symposium (DHITS) Aug. 10 in New Orleans.
Landstuhl Regional Medical Center Team Prepares Joint US Military Medical Personnel for Global Health Engagements
RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany – The Landstuhl Regional Medical Center Directorate of Global Health Engagements, in collaboration with cadre from the Uniformed Services University (USU), National Institute for Defense Health Cooperation (NIDHC), and U.S. Africa Command (USAFRICOM), successfully conducted a Fundamentals of Global Health Engagements (FOGHE) course at the Ramstein Air Base Aug. 3-7.
Building Bridges through Medicine - U.S. and Libyan Military Teams Strengthen Ties
TUNIS, Tunisia – A team of U.S. military medical experts from various commands across Europe travelled to Tunis, Tunisia July 28-30 where they took part in an AFRICOM-led military medical subject matter expert exchange with members of the Libyan Armed Forces Medical Services. The U.S. medical contingent, led by U.S. Army Col.
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Gallery contains 1 image × Photo 1 of 1 TUNIS, Tunisia — Military representatives from Landstuhl Regional Medical Center (LRMC), U.S. Africa Command (USAFRICOM), and Special Operations Command Africa (SOCAFRICA) pose for a group photo with leaders from the Libyan Armed Forces' Directorate of Medical Services during a military medical subject matter expert exchange held in Tunis July 28-30, 2026. Leading the U.S. contingent was U.S. Army Col.
Army JAG officer urges Servicemembers, Civilian employees to build 'true wealth'
LANDSTUHL, Germany — Financial readiness is directly linked to mission readiness, a point underscored during a Wealth Building and Estate Planning presentation held July 29 at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center’s (LMRC) Heaton Auditorium. U.S. Army Lt. Col. Anthony Osborne, command judge advocate for Medical Readiness Command, Europe, addressed an audience of active-duty service members and LRMC civilian employees, urging them to take active control of their financial futures.
Medical Readiness Command, Europe Emphasizes Safety – On and Off Duty
KAISERSLAUTERN, Germany — Military and civilian staff members assigned to Medical Readiness Command, Europe participated in safety briefings, demonstrations and discussion during the command's Safety Standdown Day at Vogelweh Park in Kaiserslautern, July 16, 2026.
Medical Readiness Command, Europe Emphasizes Safety – On and Off Duty
10 KAISERSLAUTERN, Germany — Military and civilian staff members assigned to Medical Readiness Command, Europe participated in safety briefings, demonstrations and discussion during the command's Safety Standdown Day at Vogelweh Park in Kaiserslautern, July 16, 2026.
MEDDAC Bavaria Enhances Readiness and Interoperability During Tier 4 Tactical Combat Casualty Care Training
VILSECK, Germany — U.S. Army Medical Department Activity Bavaria conducted a rigorous Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TC3) Tier 4 training event June 17-18 at the Vilseck Medical Simulation Training Center, focusing on advanced battlefield trauma management and operational medicine. The two-day Combat Paramedic/Provider course is designed to recertify medical personnel in advanced casualty care principles.
US Army Medical Department Activity Bavaria Soldiers train with Bundeswehr Special Operations Medics on Emergency Medicine skills
VAIHINGEN AN DER ENZ, Germany – Two US Army Combat Medics assigned to US Army Medical Department Activity Bavaria participated in Emergency Room focused training alongside German Army Special Operations medics at the RKH Simulation Center in Vaihingen an der Enz, Germany June 8 - 12. Taking part in the intense weeklong training was Sgt. 1st Class Byron Taylor and Staff Sgt. Caleb Scibbe.
Landstuhl Regional Medical Center team strengthens ties with Kaiserslautern Public Health Department
KAISERSLAUTERN, Germany – U.S. Army Col. (Dr.) Claude Burnett, director of global health engagements for Landstuhl Regional Medical Center (LRMC), and U.S. Army Lt. Col. (Dr.) Erika Petrik, chief of Landstuhl Regional Medical Center's Division of Public Health recently met with officials from the City of Kaiserslautern’s Public Health Department to enhance collaboration and working relations between Landstuhl Regional Medical Center and local public health authorities.
Medical Readiness Command, Europe celebrates the Army's 251st Birthday
9 SEMBACH, Germany - U.S. Army Col. Ekerette Akpan, Deputy Assistant Chief of Staff, Support Operations/ Command Nurse Executive for Medical Readiness Command, Europe, and Sgt. Oneil Archibald, the command's junior ranking Soldier, cut the ceremonial cake celebrating the Army's 251st birthday at the Medical Readiness Command, Europe headquarters in Sembach, Germany, June 12.
U.S. Army Medical Department Activity Bavaria Soldiers take part in 57th International March of Diekirch
DIEKIRCH, Luxembourg — As a sign of camaraderie and commitment to its NATO allies and host nation partners, a group of U.S. Soldiers assigned to U.S. Army Medical Department Activity Bavaria and the Army Health Clinic Vilseck took part in the 57th annual International March of Diekirch in Luxembourg May 30-31.
U.S. Army Medical Department Activity Bavaria Soldiers take part in 57th International March of Diekirch
9 DIEKIRCH, Luxembourg — As a sign of camaraderie and commitment to its NATO allies and host nation partners, a group of U.S. Soldiers assigned to U.S. Army Medical Department Activity Bavaria and the Army Health Clinic Vilseck took part in the 57th annual International March of Diekirch in Luxembourg May 30-31. (Pictured from left to right are; Marlene Quick, Sgt.1st Class Adam Quick, Sgt 1st Class Celestino Carranza and Sgt 1st Class Jennifer Collazo from MEDDAC-Bavaria).
Medical Readiness Command, Europe hosts 3rd Theater Medical Command leaders
9 SEMBACH, Germany — U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Mark Stackle, commander of Medical Readiness Command, Europe, and Command Sgt. Maj. Kalani Kalili, met with Maj. Gen. Jennifer Marrast Host, commander of the 3rd Theater Medical Command (Deployment Support), and Command Sgt. Maj. Todd Kaim during a visit to the Medical Readiness Command, Europe headquarters, June 6.
Medical Readiness Command, Europe hosts 3rd Theater Medical Command leaders
9 SEMBACH, Germany — U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Mark Stackle, commander of Medical Readiness Command, Europe, and Command Sgt. Maj. Kalani Kalili, met with Maj. Gen. Jennifer Marrast Host, commander of the 3rd Theater Medical Command (Deployment Support), and Command Sgt. Maj. Todd Kaim during a visit to the Medical Readiness Command, Europe headquarters, June 8.
U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Mark Stackle assumes command of Medical Readiness Command, Europe
9 SEMBACH, Germany – U.S. Army Brig. Gen. (Dr.) Mark Stackle, the new commander of Medical Readiness Command, Europe (MRC, EUR) and director of Defense Health Network - Europe (DHN-EUR), conducts his first town hall meeting with military and civilian staff members of both organizations May 14 at Sembach’s Tiger Theater. Stackle took command of Medical Readiness Command, Europe during a ceremony at Sembach Kaserne May 13.
Medical Readiness Command, Europe conducts Change of Command
SEMBACH, Germany – Medical Readiness Command, Europe (MRC, EUR) bid farewell to its commanding general and welcomed a new commander during a change of command ceremony May 13 at Sembach Kaserne, Germany. U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Roger Giraud, who commanded MRC, EUR since Oct. 2023, relinquished command to U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Mark Stackle.
Medical Readiness Command, Europe conducts Change of Command
9 SEMBACH, Germany – U.S. Army 1st Lt. Jose Vega-Ramos of the 529th Military Police Company presents Brig. Gen. Roger Giraud with a shell casing used during the Battle of Somme in World War I. Medical Readiness Command, Europe (MRC, EUR) bid farewell to Giraud during a change of command ceremony May 13 at Sembach Kaserne, Germany. Brig. Gen. Giraud, who commanded MRC, EUR since Oct. 2023, relinquished command to U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Mark Stackle.
U.S. Army Surgeon General speaks at Senior Military Medical Leader Forum in Germany
SEMBACH, Germany — Medical Readiness Command, Europe and Defense Health Network Europe brought together their senior U.S. Army, Air Force and Navy medical leaders from across Europe May 11-12 at Sembach Kaserne, Germany to take part in a Senior Leader Forum.
U.S. Army Surgeon General speaks at Senior Military Medical Leader Forum in Germany
9 SEMBACH, Germany - U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Roger Giraud welcomes Lt. Gen. Mary Izaguirre to the MRC, EUR and DHN-EUR Senior Leader Forum. Medical Readiness Command, Europe and Defense Health Network Europe brought together their senior U.S. Army, Air Force and Navy medical leaders from across Europe May 11-12 at Sembach Kaserne, Germany to take part in a Senior Leader Forum.
Army Surgeon General visits Medical Readiness Command, Europe and Defense Health Network Europe Headquarters
9 SEMBACH, Germany – The U.S. Army Surgeon General and Commander of U.S. Army Medical Command, Lt. Gen. Mary Izaguirre along with Command Sgt. Maj. John Dobbins, Command Sergeant Major for U.S. Army Medical Command, and Command Chief Warrant Officer Deanna Hughes, paid a visit to Medical Readiness Command, Europe and Defense Health Network Europe Headquarters at Sembach Kaserne May 12.
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