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You may have noticed I haven't put up as much about things we did in the clinic - it's because now that I'm there everyday I don't think as much about getting pictures of things that come along. Also it is because it seems like by the time I get patients seen and records written up - it's time to go. So here are some cases I saw last week - part 2. This patient had had a root canal done several years ago, but they began to experience pain and swelling...read more
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You may have noticed I haven't put up as much about things we did in the clinic - it's because now that I'm there everyday I don't think as much about getting pictures of things that come along. Also it is because it seems like by the time I get patients seen and records written up - it's time to go. So here are some cases I saw last week. We frequently see Soldiers who are coming through mobilizing or demobilizing from assignments. This was a...read more
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Week 1 has been completely chaotic and busy.... Day 0: Flight to San Antonio, TX in my ACU uniform which draws tons of attention. I was able to fly first class on my flights and move straight through security lines. At the end of the flights I would always hear over the intercom "we would like to say thank you to our service members for serving our country." It is amazing how many people walk up to you and want to shake your hand and just say thank you. Anyway,...read more
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It is 3 a.m. and I am up anticipating my future. Nervous, scared, excited are all of the emotions that are swirling in my air. At 0430 a car service will be picking me up and taking me to LaGuardia Airport where my next stop will be Fort Sam Houston. It has been a long road and I can't believe the day is here. I will be putting on my crisp ACU's and headed towards the unknown. It is crazy that my biggest worry is how I'm going to maneuver through the...read more
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We recently had the change of command for the North Atlantic Regional Dental Command. COL Priscilla Hamilton our outgoing regional commander (and new incoming DENCOM commander) was replaced by COL Rob Tempel. I had actually recorded the ceremony, but unfortunately in the uploading stage of things the file became corrupted. However, I still got some photographs of the ceremony. COL(P) Ted Wong the next Dental Corps general was present for the ceremony also. For...read more
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I had a chance to head to Indiana Thursday and Friday to speak to the new incoming freshman class. They had the freshman split into 2 groups over those 2 days during orientation, so we spoke to half on one day, and the other half on the other day. Other than delays at the airport both coming and going, things went really well. I had a chance to meet the new dean Dr. John Williams that seemed like a great guy. He just came from the University of North Carolina. ...read more
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The ANC has been a fascinating career choice, one that I almost opted not to embark upon. I started my career as an ROTC scholarship cadet, with the plan of serving my four years and getting out to start a civilian career. So glad I didn't choose that option. My first duty station was BAMC, Ft Sam Houston, TX. There, I worked as a med-surg nurse and charge nurse. I also met my husband of the last 12 years, who is a fellow Army Officer. We have traveled together from Texas, to...read more
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I don't recall if I've mentioned it before, but it is not uncommon to get the day before or after a federal holiday off as well. The 2nd of July was no exception. We had the day off, and my family and I put it to good use. We took a trip into DC to go and visit Madame Tussauds wax museum. With the 30 days annual leave, 10 federal holidays, and additional training holidays - you can have 40+ days off a year :) Wife and kids with George Washington. My...read more
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This is my first blog ever. I am new to this trend of tell the world all of your business, but this blog will be used to keep all of my family and friends in touch with me during my Army journey. The first step in my Army career is to attend BOLC (Basic Officer Leadership Course) for all medical personnel. This course will be conducted at the U.S. Army Medical Department and School located at Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio, Texas. This is a 7 week course for all...read more
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There are a lot of tough jobs in the Army, but recruiting is one of those that seems especially demanding (if you are doing it right). Army recruiters are in a whole different world then most Soldiers. They are expected to do a job, meet their goals, do it well, and do it without a lot of oversight. Over the past 6 years I have met and worked with (and on - as patients) a lot of Army recruiters - both health care recruiters and regular recruiters. I hear stories...read more
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