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Munson Army Health Center leaders visited Saint John Hospital, Leavenworth, Kansas, July 15 as part of ongoing efforts to maintain regular communication with area health care partners that support TRICARE beneficiaries. The visit included a tour of the emergency department—the closest emergency department to Fort Leavenworth—and discussions about processes for capturing off-post care in MHS GENESIS to support continuity of care. Munson leaders plan to visit additional area health care partners in the coming months to maintain relationships, introduce incoming staff and remain informed about services, capabilities, and capacity, available to beneficiaries.

July 20, 2026

Munson leaders strengthen coordination with local emergency department, TRICARE Partner

LEAVENWORTH, Kansas — Leaders from Munson Army Health Center visited Saint John Hospital in Leavenworth July 15 to strengthen coordination with a key TRICARE network partner and learn more about the hospital’s capabilities.

Munson Army Health Center Director Col. Jolanda L. J. Walker hears from federal employee Jason Brozek, a pharmacist and supervisor in the health center pharmacy, Saturday, Feb. 22. Federal employees work alongside service members in military treatment facilities and keep operations running in support of medical readiness and ready medical forces when service members deploy, train, or transfer.

July 20, 2026

New to Fort Leavenworth? Munson Pharmacy makes transferring and filling prescriptions easy

FORT LEAVENWORTH, Kansas — For many families arriving at Fort Leavenworth, unpacking boxes, enrolling children in school, and settling into a new community often take priority. One task that shouldn't add to the stress is managing prescription medications.

Munson Army Health Center leaders joined the Fort Leavenworth Armed Forces Wellness Center Team for a ribbon cutting ceremony marking the reopening of the AFWC in its new location within Munson, June 29, from left Sgt. Maj. Jason Trevino, Drake Grinde, Brooks Roth, Lt. Col. Baron Moehlenbrock, Capt. Lorrie Santoy, Brett Stoddard, Marie Dubois, and Theodore Paul. The relocation brings the Armed Forces Wellness Center into the heart of the health center, strengthening collaboration between healthcare providers and wellness professionals while making it even easier for beneficiaries to access resources that support lifelong health, fitness and military readiness.

July 20, 2026

Fort Leavenworth Armed Forces Wellness Center Reopens in New Munson Location

FORT LEAVENWORTH, Kansas — With a ceremonial ribbon cutting, the Fort Leavenworth Armed Forces Wellness Center officially reopened in its new location inside Munson Army Health Center, marking a new chapter in the delivery of preventive health and wellness services to the military community.

Munson Army Health Center Senior Enlisted Advisor Sgt. Maj. Jason Trevino examines a wireless ultrasound device used by participants in The University of Kansas Health System Military Training Program, June 24. From left, Trevino, Munson Director Col. Jolanda L.J. Walker, Medical Company Commander Capt. Nickalas Snyder and Medical Company First Sergeant 1st. Sgt. Scott Munday visited the health system to observe the program firsthand.

July 20, 2026

Regional Partnership Gives Army Healthcare Professionals Critical Trauma Experience

FORT LEAVENWORTH, Kansas — Munson Army Health Center leaders visited The University of Kansas Health System June 24 to observe firsthand how the health system’s Military Training Program helps sustain readiness of military healthcare professionals in the region.

The Fort Leavenworth Armed Forces Wellness Center will temporarily close June 19 as the team relocates to a new location. The AFWC is scheduled to reopen inside Munson Army Health Center June 29. Relocating the AFWC within the Munson footprint will help further integrate health and wellness services with patient care teams, making it easier for service members, families, and other beneficiaries to access wellness resources that support healthier lifestyles, readiness, and long-term well-being. The AFWC offers evidence-based health and wellness services including metabolic testing, body composition analysis, fitness assessments, stress management education, healthy sleep support, tobacco cessation assistance, and individualized health coaching designed to help participants build sustainable habits and reach personal wellness goals. Services are available to active-duty service members, military retirees, family members ages 18 and older and Department of Defense civilians. We appreciate the community’s patience during the move and look forward to welcoming everyone back soon as we continue helping our Fort Leavenworth community achieve their health and wellness goals.

June 15, 2026

Fort Leavenworth AFWC relocation supports greater access to preventive health services

FORT LEAVENWORTH, Kansas — The Fort Leavenworth Armed Forces Wellness Center will temporarily close June 19 as the program relocates to a new location on post within Munson Army Health Center. The center is scheduled to reopen June 29.

Munson Army Health Center Deputy to the Director for Quality and Safety Tim Stevens talks with members of Munson’s Patient and Family Partnership Council during a working lunch, June 5. The Patient and Family Partnership Council serves as an opportunity for patients, family members and healthcare leaders to discuss concerns, share feedback and improve the patient experience across the organization.

June 8, 2026

Appointment Screening Questions Help Munson Care Teams Prepare for Patient Visits

FORT LEAVENWORTH, Kansas — What may seem like a simple question during a phone call to schedule a medical appointment can actually play an important role in helping healthcare teams prepare to care for patients before they even arrive for their medical appointment.

Service members preparing for a permanent change of station (PCS) outside the continental United States (OCONUS) with pets are encouraged to contact the installation veterinary clinic now to schedule a pet health certificate appointment.

April 23, 2026

Book Pet Health Certificate Screening Now for OCONUS PCS Moves

FORT LEAVENWORTH, Kansas — Service members preparing for a permanent change of station (PCS) outside the continental United States (OCONUS) with pets are encouraged to contact the installation veterinary clinic now to schedule a pet health certificate appointment.

Four Soldiers from Munson Army Health Center pushed their physical and mental limits to earn the prestigious German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge April 16. From left, Spc. Delilah Wells, Sgt. Joseph Stoops, Pfc. Harris Halverstadt, and Pfc. Seth Dunham were among the 29 Soldiers at Fort Leavenworth to qualify for the foreign military award, successfully navigating a grueling series of tests on multiple days.

April 23, 2026

Munson Soldiers Prove Tactical Readiness, Earn German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge

FORT LEAVENWORTH, Kansas — Four Soldiers from Munson Army Health Center pushed their physical and mental limits to earn the prestigious German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge April 16. Sgt. Joseph Stoops, Spc. Delilah Wells, Pfc. Harris Halverstadt, and Pfc. Seth Dunham were among the 29 Soldiers at Fort Leavenworth to qualify for the foreign military award, successfully navigating a grueling series of tests on multiple days.

Munson Army Health Center Soldier Spc. Chaiyaporn Charoenput examines fellow Munson Soldier Spc. Dalilah Wells’ ear during a practical exercise during specialized training to earn certification through the Council for Accreditation in Occupational Hearing Conservation at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri Feb. 26. Charoenput and Wells were two of four Munson Soldiers selected to attend the week-long training.

March 11, 2026

Now hear this! Munson expands hearing screening capability on Fort Leavenworth

FORT LEAVENWORTH, Kansas — Four Soldiers from Munson Army Health Center recently traveled to Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri, to complete specialized training and earn certification through the Council for Accreditation in Occupational Hearing Conservation, expanding Fort Leavenworth’s capability to conduct hearing screenings that support medical readiness and environmental health.

Capt. Rebecca Paquette, a dietitian at Munson Army Health Center, Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, reads product nutrition information at the commissary on post, Feb. 24. Paquette will be at the commissary March 3 and 5 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and the Post Exchange March 25 and 27 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. to answer questions and share practical guidance on selecting foods that fuel the body for peak performance.

March 11, 2026

Fueling Readiness: Dietitians bring performance nutrition to commissary, PX

FORT LEAVENWORTH, Kansas — The Fort Leavenworth Community will have an opportunity this month to connect with registered dietitians – no appointment necessary --and learn how everyday nutrition choices support health, performance and overall wellbeing.

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