The Legacy, December 2020 by Landstuhl Regional Medical Center

Landstuhl Regional Medical Center December 2020 Vol. 2, No. 19

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Events and Training Calendar Dec. 3: Hospital Newcomers Orientation, MS Teams

Dec. 17: Hospital Newcomers Orientation, MS Teams

Dec. 4: Commander’s Award Ceremony, Heaton, noon

Dec. 23: Holiday meal, DFAC, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Dec. 4: Tree Lighting, Facebook live, 4 p.m.

Dec. 24: Christmas Eve (German Holiday)

Dec. 4: Class B uniform day

Dec. 25: Christmas Day

Dec. 12: Go Army, Beat Navy!!! Dec. 16: Landstuhl Annual Training, Heaton, 7:30 a.m.

Dec. 26: 2nd Day of Christmas (German Holiday)

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Happy holidays from your LRMC command team Col. Michael Weber Commander Landstuhl Regional Medical Center

more than 23,000 National Guard Soldiers mobilized overseas. To our National Guard brothers and sisters, happy birthday, and thank you for your support and service! The December holidays are just beginning. Soon we may have snow falling and holiday lights dotting the landscape around our local villages. The holiday season is known as a time of giving, and our Combined Federal Campaign has also just kicked off. What better way to give than through the CFC? I encourage you to reflect on what you’re thankful for, and utilize the CFC as a way to give to those organizations and causes that are important to you. Finally, as we look forward to the New Year, please keep safety in mind in all you do. This holiday season may not feel as joyful as ones of years’ past but I encourage you to find the joy and remember one thing: Go Army, Beat Navy! Happy Holidays!

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U.S. Army Col. Michael Weber, commander, Landstuhl Regional Medical Center; Sgt. 1st Class Noel Hunter, Combined Federal Campaign coordinator, Troop Command; and Command Sgt. Maj. Fergus Joseph, command sergeant major, LRMC, prepare to contribute to the CFC program, Nov. 20. The mission of the CFC is to promote and support philanthropy through a program that is employee-focused, cost-efficient, and effective in providing all federal employees the opportunity to improve the quality of life for all.

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Can you believe we have finally made it to December? I know this year has been a long, trying year for many. As we head into the December holiday season, I think it’s safe to say we are all eagerly anticipating the arrival of 2021 and hopeful for an end to this pandemic. While I can’t predict the future, I can say I have every confidence our LRMC team remains as strong as ever. Thank you for your dedication to keeping our Joint Warfighters and their families safe. Thank you for your willingness to adapt and overcome as we are all navigating uncharted waters when it comes to work as well as family life. I hope you were able to enjoy a taste of normalcy with Thanksgiving. For those of you who joined us at the Hilltop Café, thank you for supporting our wonderful Nutrition

Care Team. For those who celebrated at home, I hope you were able to enjoy time with your families, whether virtually or in person (following host nation guidelines, of course). And, since we are a hospital, for those of you who worked the Thanksgiving holiday – thank you for your dedication to our patients. We also recently wrapped up an outstanding team event, Operation Courageous Ascent. This was an opportunity for our Soldiers and Airmen to get out there and get after it – training in the field through cold and rain, and coming together stronger for it. It was a great event that resulted in a fantastic training opportunity for all who participated. Additionally, the National Guard will celebrate its 384th birthday on December 13. The 343,500-strong Army National Guard force remains a vital part of today’s Army and is the oldest military force in the Department of Defense. There are currently

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A U.S. Marine Corps carry team transfers the remains of Marine Lance Cpl. Christopher P. J. Levy of Ramseur, N.C., at Dover Air Force Base, Delaware, Dec. 15, 2011. Levy was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Adrian R. Rowan)

Marines in Germany give back to bereaved mother LANDSTUHL, Germany – In early December of 2011, U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Christopher Levy, an infantryman with 1st Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, II Marine Expeditionary Force, was conducting

combat operation in Helmand Province, Afghanistan, when he was wounded and medically evacuated to Landstuhl Regional Medical Center in Germany. Following days of fighting for his life, Levy eventually succumbed to his wounds on Dec. 10, 2011. Like so many other U.S. Service Members, Levy enlisted to be part of something bigger than himself. Following his death, Levy’s parents honored his wishes to donate organs while at LRMC. Since 2003, over 85 U.S. Service Members who died at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center donated more than 236 organs around Germany. In partnership with the Deutsche Stiftung Organtransplantation (DSO), Germany’s nationwide coordination center for post-mortem organ donations, the final sacrifice for these Service Members saved countless

lives. A blend of combat fatalities from the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan and training accidents across Europe and Africa make up the majority of donors. “When a (Service Member) arrives who has severe injuries, or is brain dead and passes away, we facilitate possible organ transplants, which are very different (in Germany) than in the United States, because laws are different,” said Petra Wine, a critical care nurse at LRMC and the transplant liaison for the DSO. “It was realized by the military leadership that out of terrible death, something good can come out of and something good for the family as well.” After a chance encounter with a former LRMC nurse in North Carolina, Levy’s mom decided to contact the medical center for more information on her son’s legacy. This led to Wine’s involvement. When the Marine Corps Detachment assigned to the hospital heard the story, they decided to honor Levy in their own way. Nearly a decade after Levy’s passing, the Marines at LRMC gifted Levy’s mother with a plaque memorializing Levy, along with a letter from the hospital’s commander, symbolizing admiration for Levy’s sacrifice. The small detachment, part of Wounded Warrior Battalion East and the primary liaison between LRMC and Marine Corps activities throughout Europe, Africa, and See MARINES on pg. 8

LRMC COVID-19 testing exceeds 50K non-COVID-19 analysis while continuing to readiness for Joint Warfighters across the support the hospital’s ongoing and increas- combatant commands. The testing also ing COVID-19 mission. allows U.S. Service Members to continue Across Europe, the U.S. Army has per- multinational training exercises overseas formed PCR testing on more than 150,000 while ensuring host-nation communities COVID-19 samples in collaboration with remain safe from the virus. various Army Health Clinics, to include “In total, we have received samples from clinics across Germany, Belgium and Italy, over 40 different locations within Europe, and Public Health Command Europe. Africa and the Middle East. These are from According to Peterson, the testing not only helps with tracking and slowing the a combination of Army, Air Force, Navy and spread of COVID-19, but in conjunction with Marine Corps sites, as well as forward-deother testing, helps identify other causes of ployed units and some U.S. Department respiratory illness, such as influenza and of State affiliated locations,” said Peterson. “The aim of much of our testing is to other viruses. “Some of our testing helps symptomatic identify symptomatic and asymptomatic individuals differentiate between COVID- infection as early as possible so that action 19 infection and non-COVID infections, can be taken to reduce, hopefully prevent which can aid in treatment and disposition additional spread and ultimately protect decisions,” said Peterson. “In the event of individuals and communities and conserve an illness affecting schools and the work military readiness.” environment, testing is essential to identify close contacts and others that may have been exposed so measures can be taken to protect those that were not exposed.” A d d i t i o n a l l y, Peterson mentions surveillance testing capabilities in austere environments can help identify asymptomatic individuals before the virus spreads within a U.S. Army Spc. Donald Lockhart, laboratory technician, Department of Pathology and Services, Landstuhl Regional Medical Center, prepares a COVID-19 sample unit, increasing combat Laboratory for testing at LRMC, Nov. 3.

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LANDSTUHL, Germany – Landstuhl Regional Medical Center recently exceeded 50,000 COVID-19 tests in efforts to slow the spread of the virus overseas. Starting in February, LRMC’s Infectious Diseases Laboratory began testing for COVID-19 utilizing the Real-Time Reverse Transcriptase Diagnostic Panel, becoming the only U.S. military medical treatment facility in Europe with diagnostic testing capabilities. As the threat of COVID-19 increased, so has demand for testing, resulting in the addition of rapid multiplex polymerase chain reaction (PCR), and a high-throughput testing system which provides rapid, high-volume testing of COVID-19 test samples. Various efforts initiated across Europe, Africa and the Middle East, have led to increased testing for surveillance, screening and symptomatic testing since the start of the pandemic. “Although this is a large number of samples, it doesn’t fully capture the extent of the broader and more comprehensive laboratory team approach,” said U.S. Army Lt. Col. David Peterson, chief of LRMC’s Department of Pathology. “Over the last several months the LRMC lab directors and their outlying clinic laboratories have set up COVID-19 testing capabilities at more than 10 military health clinic sites bringing valuable testing closer to the patients and operational units.” Personnel, ranging from PhD-level scientists to supply technicians, support the laboratory, allowing the section to continue daily mission requirements of providing

Patient Caring Touch System

Respect

to hold in high regard; esteem, to show honor; courtesy; consideration

Patient Advocacy

Healthy Work Environments

Capability Building

EvidenceBased Practices

Army: Treat people as they should be treated. In the Soldier’s Code, we pledge to “treat others

with dignity and respect while expecting others to do the same.” Respect means recognizing and appreciating the inherent dignity and worth of all people and is what allows us to appreciate the best in other people. This value reminds us that your people are your greatest resource. We (Soldiers, Seamen, Airmen) are one team and each of us has something valuable to contribute.

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Command Sgt. Maj. Fergus Joseph (left), command sergeant major, Landstuhl Regional Medical Center, receives the LRMC guidon from Col. Michael Weber, commander, LRMC, during an assumption of responsibility ceremony at LRMC, Nov. 10. (U.S. Army photos by William Beach)

LRMC welcomes new top enlisted LANDSTUHL, Germany – Landstuhl restrictions. Regional Medical Center held an Assump“Thanks for joining this team. Thanks tion of Responsibility Ceremony where U.S. for leading us, this group, this band of folks Army Command Sgt. Maj. Fergus Joseph who wear the military uniform, civilians, was welcomed as the hospital’s command Army, Department of the Army civilians, sergeant major, at LRMC, Nov. 10. local nationals, contractors; we all look for The position of command sergeant major your guidance as a ready-medical force to is considered the senior noncommissioned help the joint Warfighter in the future,” said officer in a command, with responsibil- Weber. ities to include carrying out and enforcing During his remarks, Joseph was policies and standards on performance, enthused to share his experiences as a training, appearance and conduct of the young Soldier and learning about LRMC’s organization. legacy as a safe haven for deployed “The command sergeant major position injured Service Members. is one of importance and a significant “Never did I think I would be part of this relationship to the institution and with the great organization,” said Joseph. “The American people,” said U.S. Army Col. name (LRMC) itself is just a building, it’s Michael Weber, commander, LRMC. “You just the name of an organization. But it's see (LRMC) is not just a hospital, (LRMC) the Soldiers, the officers, the (noncommisis a platform other (military units) count on sioned officers), the doctors, the medics, to deploy forward and secure the objectives and the nurses that make this organization great.” for their theater commanders.” Prior to assignment at LRMC, Joseph The ceremony was broadcast live on the organization’s social media accounts was the top enlisted Solder at the 44th Service Members a simulated casualty during the Care Under Fire (CUF) portion of Bragg, North CarMedical Brigade at Fort allowing nearlyassess 1,000 viewers to witness the International Trauma Combat Casualty course at Landstuhl Medical Center, olina,Regional a multidisciplinary unit comprised the ceremony in real-time whileCareadhering Sept. 30. to COVID-19 recommended guidelines and of combat support hospitals, laboratory

services, surgical teams and dental detachments spread across the eastern portion of the United States. “I look forward to what this great organization has to offer and I look forward to being part of the legacy team,” said Joseph.

Command Sgt. Maj. Fergus Joseph, command sergeant major, Landstuhl Regional Medical Center, salutes during an assumption of responsibility ceremony at LRMC, Nov. 10.

U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Erik Hayworth (left), certified orthotic fitter, 86th Medical Squadron, 86th Medical Group, 86th Airlift Wing, and Nestor Dulce, certified orthotist, fabricate an orthotic device using a lower extremity plaster mold at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center’s Brace Clinic, Nov. 3.

and materials such as plaster, metal, plas- for someone.” tic and leather. According to Hayworth, the Not only does their service promote Air Force only has 12 orthotics technicians healing and protection against further in its ranks, providing a unique service to injury, it allows Service Members to conpatients by a unique group of individuals. tinue missions if necessary. Contributions to medicine include the well“We had a surgeon who broke their foot known face masks basketball players don but still needed to perform procedures. when recovering or protecting from facial There was a safety concern with the device injuries, each one See BRACE on pg. 8 custom made for the user by an orthotist. “We do have a fabrication lab and we don't just hand out the off-the-shelf devices,” said Hayworth, a native of Pinehurst, North Carolina. “We do get a chance to actually make new devices that haven't been U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Erik Hayworth, certified orthotic fitter, 86th Medical Squadron, 86th made before or Medical Group, 86th Airlift Wing, measures an orthotic device using a lower extremity plaster modify something mold at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center’s Brace Clinic, Nov. 3.

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LANDSTUHL, Germany - With a workplace exhibiting characteristics more of a machine shop than a medical clinic, Landstuhl Regional Medical Center’s Brace Clinic combines medical know-how with mechanical aptitude, resulting in custom patient experiences. From insoles to full-body casts, the exclusive clinic at LRMC is one of just a handful in the entire Department of Defense which provides designing, fabricating, fitting and modifying of a full range of orthopedic appliances to include treatment of preoperative and postoperative patients, sports injuries, disabilities, and chronic pain. “We are more than just a brace shop,” said U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Erik Hayworth, certified orthotic fitter, 86th Medical Squadron, 86th Medical Group, 86th Airlift Wing. “We work pretty much hand in hand with neurosurgeons, orthopedic surgeons and podiatrist to make the custom fabrication pieces.” The Air Force’s Orthotics Program, a graduate-level program spanning seven months, helps develop active-duty orthotics technicians to work with various tools

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LRMC orthotists break the mold in patient care

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Belleau Wood. The nickname continues to be used throughout Marine Corps ranks to this day. “This is actually the first time we’ve (created a plaque) for someone who wasn’t a patient, inbound patient or staff member at LRMC,” said U.S. Marine Corps Master Sgt. Wakill Wynn, staff noncommissioned officer in charge, Wounded Warrior Detachment at LRMC. “(We were asked to) help get a letter back to the mom. After we found out what it was for, we had to be a part of it.” For 85-year-old Goodwin, it means being able to give back to Levy’s family. “I enjoy it. It's a lot of work but I enjoy it because it's for the Marines,” said Goodwin. “The Marine Corps motto is Honor, Courage, Commitment, and I feel that it is our job to commit ourselves to the lives or deaths of Marines who have come before us,” said Wynn. “It means a lot to be able to hear a Marine’s story, feel immediately

vested into it and then have the opportunity to give something back.” “(Levy) wasn't forgotten, and she’ll know he's still a part of this world,” added Goodwin. In the letter to Levy’s mother, LRMC Commander, Col. Michael Weber, described Levy’s sacrifice and decision to donate organs as part of a collective generosity which deepened the bonds between the two great nations. “He made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our nation, and we are forever indebted,” states the letter. “No one can take away the enormous loss you have felt in the years since. Nevertheless, I hope you find some solace knowing that, through his organ donations, your son lives on through others.” According to the DSO, Levy’s sacrifice and generosity helped save the lives of four German organ donor recipients. Leaving behind an enduring legacy, even in death.

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plantar fasciitis. “I did not know much (about the clinic/ process) at first because I never had any foot injuries,” said Sazon, Operations, Plans and Training sergeant major at Regional Health Command Europe. “All I knew was that they produced shoe inserts.” Following a fitting and custom orthotics insoles, Sazon says his diagnosis is now tolerable after months of physical therapy. “The pain and inflammation of my heels and arches do not stop me from running,

walking, and marching anymore,” said Sazon. “From the moment you get seen by the technician and doctor, you already feel that you are in good hands because of the quality of care provided,” said Sazon. “This clinic plays a big role on bringing Soldiers back to the fight. I am a good example of that.” Although the clinic focuses heavily on lower extremity injuries, they also provide custom devices for other musculoskeletal injuries, the leading diagnosis for medically nondeployable Service Members. “We mold everything by hand. If there's an emergent situation we can make (an orthotics device) right away,” said Hayworth. On occasion, these impromptu devices help stabilize patients during transatlantic flights for further care in the United States. Additionally, devices can be manufactured to overcome disabilities through a multidisciplinary approach. “We're constantly working with orthopedic surgeons and neurosurgeons to really hone in on the actual goal for a patient,” said Hayworth. “We’ll provide our perspective and what types of devices we can provide: from very restrictive to something very minimal. As (patients) progress through therapy we can fabricate another device for the next level of recovery. When patients see us, we combat medical injuries for them to be able to go back to work.”

the Middle East, were inspired by longtime volunteer, Truman Goodwin, who occasionally presented plaques to departing Marines at the detachment. “Each (plaque) is a little bit different, the wood comes from Belleau Wood in France,” said Goodwin, who’s gifted these plaques for 15 years. “I think it’s a nice gesture to give to a mother and help her grieve because she would know other Marines contributed to it.” The plaques’ significance helps Marines remember their mission at LRMC while incorporating a part of Marine Corps history, says Goodwin, who served in the Marine Corps nearly six decades ago. The cut of Belleau Wood has substantial meaning for Marines and the French region is part of Marine Corps lore. Notably, during World War I, Marines earned the moniker "Teufel Hunden" (German for "Devil Dogs") as a result of the Marines’ ferocious fighting during the Battle of

they were wearing so we actually made a watertight surgical boot and even put a tread on the bottom,” explained Hayworth. “They continued doing surgeries without compromising patient safety or their own healing.” Over 20 years of service in the Army and a lifetime of marching, running and sports led Sgt. Maj. Osmil Sazon to the LRMC Brace Clinic in hopes of preserving his active lifestyle after being diagnosed with

Local National reminisces on 45 years of service at LRMC By: Kristen Schabert Chief, Public Affairs Landstuhl Regional Medical Center

Henny Moll (left) meets author Stephen King during a USO visit to Landstuhl Regional Medical Center. Moll, a Local National and safety specialist at LRMC, retires after 45 years of service, all at LRMC. (Courtesy Photo)

“My first office was in the Soldier barracks with no female bathroom,” she said. “There was a paper sign on the restroom door that needed to be turned: ‘Female using the facility’ and ‘Male using the facility.’ My English was just school English and I could not really understand what ‘facility’ stood for. So in order to safely use a Ladies Restroom, I walked all the way to the main hospital (about a quarter mile walk), two times a day. That meant no coffee or water during work hours for me.” Through the years and changes, Moll retained her passion for serving the LRMC population. “I could probably write a book about the people of LRMC,” she said. “We could probably start a mini-series on TV. There are so many good, wonderful, and a few horrible memories that I will take away from here and wish I could just pass them on.” As her final day on the job approaches, Moll admits she is most looking forward to spending more time with her grandson. She and her husband plan to buy a camper and travel. They also love to hike, and as of December 1, her first official day of retirement, she says they plan to be on the trails at 7:30 a.m. Because of dedicated team members such as Henny Moll, the LRMC Legacy continues.

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Can you imagine having a herd of sheep here these days?” Her memories include a time prior to mandatory accreditations, when inspections included typewriter-produced orders and operating procedures before the “amazing” computer made its debut; but only one per department. Even then, employees were required to schedule appointments with the department secretary to use it. When asked about the most significant change she’s seen at LRMC over the last 45 years, Moll pointed out the building and safety improvements, security systems, and the change from Army-only to Joint Services. “Walking through the hospital hallways, I often think about how the fire and smoke doors have changed,” Moll said, regarding the now critical, safety feature required in hospitals. “When I started working here, those used to be just light wood and glass doors swinging in both directions. “I was also amazed when I first saw the windows in the hospital: they were the type of windows that Germans only saw in (American) movies,” she said, smiling. “And let me tell you, I could carry on and on if given the opportunity. There were so many things that were different here on the hilltop compared to the German community.” Moll’s first job in 1975 was as secretary to the District Works Council and Agency Works Council. This year she will officially retire Nov. 30 as a Safety Specialist.

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LANDSTUHL, Germany - In the military, it’s not often you come across someone who spends their entire career in one duty station. Henny Moll, a Local National employee of Landstuhl Regional Medical Center since August 16, 1975, has seen a lot of changes at the hilltop through her career spanning four decades here. “Let me start with saying that I was not yet 20 years old when I started here and was one of the youngest staff members. Now I sometimes think the staff members. Soldiers and civilians alike, seem to be getting younger and younger,” she said. “Then I realize, it’s me getting older.” For Moll, over four decades of service at LRMC allowed her to be a part of several historical events, including international conflicts such as the Iran Hostage Crisis in 1979, Marine Barracks bombing in Beirut, Lebanon in 1983, the wars in Yugoslavia and the Middle East, as well as the Ramstein Air Show Disaster in 1988. “(These events) all affected us here at LRMC,” she said. “Those events brought us all together and showed how much we were able to accomplish in support of all the patients and their families.” Moll also remembers trivial details about LRMC others may have never heard. “When I started, there used to be a (10th Medical Laboratory, later part of Public Health Command Europe), which had a herd of sheep on the hill as well as a shepherd, who also served as a gardener.

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(From left) U.S. Army Sgt. Ryan Richter, U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Adam Cardoza and U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Michael Hernandez, all respiratory therapists at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center, present a live lung demonstration and discuss their occupation as part of Respiratory Care Week, Oct. 29. Respiratory Care Week, October 25-31, recognizes doctors, nurses and respiratory therapists, for the care of patients with breathing difficulties due to chronic conditions like asthma.

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Pediatric Clinic staff line the hallway in preparation for a Pediatric Flu Vaccination Rodeo, Nov. 14. The rodeo allowed immediate families of empaneled pediatric patients under three years old to also receive a vaccination, providing over 75 vaccinations during the event. (Photo courtesy of Sgt. 1st Class Noel Ang)

(From left) U.S. Army Command Sgt. Maj. Christopher Truchon, USAG Wiesbaden command sergeant major, U.S. Army Lt. Col. Benjamin Banchek, deputy commander for nursing and readiness, Wiesbaden Army Health Clinic, Scott W. Mowry, deputy garrison commander, USAG Wiesbaden and U.S. Army Lt. Col. Nelly Olson, chief, Pharmacy, WAHC, gather for a photo while Banchek and Olson don â&#x20AC;&#x153;COVID busterâ&#x20AC;? costumes, Oct. 30. (Courtesy photo)

U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Shawn Smith participates in the 2020 Warrior Turkey Challenge, Nov. 13. Participants negotiated multiple obstacles during the challenge in hopes to win a Thanksgiving turkey... and bragging rights, of course. (Photo courtesy of Sgt. 1st Class Noel Ang)

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Selfless Service.

U.S. Army Col. Michael Weber, commander, LRMC, provides a command coin to U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Jason World Turner, equal opportunity advisor, Regional Health Command Europe, for sharing his Native American culture and traditions with audiences during the National Native American Heritage Month observance at LRMC, Nov. 16. (U.S. Army photo by William Beach)

U.S. Army Col. Michael Weber (second from left), commander, Landstuhl Regional Medical Center, joins Bundeswehr Service Members and local leaders in Landstuhl, Germany, during the Volkstrauertag observance, Nov. 15. Volkstrauertag, or Peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day of Mourning, commemorates Service Members worldwide who have made the ultimate sacrifice for their countries. (Courtesy Photo)

U.S. Army Col. Paul Maetzold, deputy commander for administration, U.S. Army Lt. Col. Mark Jones, chief of Healthcare Support Division, and U.S. Army 1st Sgt. Arturo Garcia, first sergeant, Company A, are presented with the Official Order of Military Medical Merit (O2M3), Nov. 6. Membership in the Order denotes distinguished service which is recognized by the senior leadership of the Army Medical Department.

LRMC hosted the graduation of Basic Leaderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Course Class 001-21, Nov. 13. The month-long course is the first leadership course Non-Commissioned Officers (NCOs) attend that teaches Specialists and Corporals the basic skills to lead small groups of Soldiers and prepares Soldiers to advance to the rank of Sergeant.