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On today's episode of the "Be All You Can Be MSC" podcast, we dive into the fascinating world of the US Army Special Operations Command (USASOC). Known for its diversity and unparalleled expertise, USASOC supports geographic combatant commanders and ambassadors around the globe. Established at Fort Liberty, North Carolina, on December 1st, 1989, USASOC plays a critical role in enhancing the readiness of the Army Special Operations Forces.

As the Army component of the US Special Operations Command, headquartered at McDill Air Force Base, Florida, USASOC's mission is to prepare for any conflict and arm the joint force with the world's premier Army Special Operations Forces. With an allocated strength of 33,000 personnel, USASOC commands active-duty forces and is responsible for training and equipping special forces and support units in the Army National Guard.

In this episode, we are thrilled to welcome Major Jaime Porras, who will provide an insider's perspective on what it’s like to serve in this elite organization. Tune in to learn more about how to be selected to serve in USASOC, and gain a deeper understanding of the dedication and expertise required to be part of this distinguished unit.

Don't miss this enlightening conversation on the "Be All You Can Be MSC" podcast!

For more info on U.S. Army Special Operations Command: https://www.soc.mil/

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Join us for an insightful and inspiring episode of the "Be All You Can Be MSC Podcast" as we explore the essential functions and responsibilities of the 70C - Health Services Comptroller. In Episode 21, we delve into the critical role of a 70C Comptroller, who directs and coordinates finance and accounting functions while serving as the financial adviser to commanders.

Our special guest, MAJ(P) Laura Newell, a leading officer in the 70C field, will share her experiences and expertise on the diverse duties of a Health Services Comptroller. From developing policies and managing payrolls to directing the disbursement and receipt of AMEDD funds, MAJ(P) Newell offers a comprehensive look into the financial backbone of Army Medicine.

We will also discuss the educational opportunities available through the Long-Term Health Education and Training (LTHET) program, highlighting prestigious institutions like Syracuse University and Harvard. Additionally, we will share a key ingredient in our Army journey's success: the power of friendship and personal connections, even during challenging times. 

MAJ(P) Newell is the G8 at Medical Readiness Command, Europe. She is currently the Deputy 70C Consultant for Strategic Communications. 

For more info on Force Management Horse Blanket and PPBE check it out at: https://www.afms.edu/files/publications/AFMM_Placemat.pdf

Disclaimer: The views expressed in this podcast are the guests and host’s alone and do not reflect the official position of the Medical Service Corps, the Department of Defense, or the US Government. All information discussed is unclassified approved for public release and found on open cleared sources.

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 In this enlightening episode, we dive deep into the role of the Inspector General (IG) - a pivotal resource for all leaders. Join us as our special guest, Colonel Elizabeth Gum, current IG and former Commander, shares invaluable insights into the IG's mission and its support for leaders. Don't miss out on her expert advice and personal experiences as a Commander. Learn how the IG in a resource every Commander has to leverage in their decision making. What's the process if you need the IG's help? We give you all this and more.

COL Elizabeth R. Gum entered the United States Army from the University of Texas at Austin, commissioning as a Medical Service Corps Officer.  Her assignments include Republic of Korea, Germany, Hawaii, Continental United States, and two combat tours:  Iraq and Afghanistan. She served as the Medical Logistics Officer, United States Africa Command; Chief, Logistics Division and Chief, Materiel, Tripler Army Medical Center; Medical Logistics Officer, 15th Sustainment Brigade, 1st Armored Division; CENTCOM Materiel Recovery Element LNO to MEDCOM; Chief, Logistics Division and Chief, Materiel, William Beaumont Army Medical Center; S4/Chief, Logistics, 121 Combat Support Hospital/Brian Allgood Army Community Hospital; Contingency Command Post Surgeon, United States Army North; Commander, C Company 15th Forward Support Division; 1st Cavalry Division MEDLOG Officer; 1st Armored Division MEDLOG Officer; 123rd Main Support Battalion Division Medical Supply Officer and Evacuation Platoon Leader.  She most recently served as the Commander, Army Health Clinic Baumholder, prior to assuming her current duties as Command Inspector General, Regional Health Command Europe.

COL Gums’s awards and decorations include the Bronze Star Medal (1 OLC), Meritorious Service Medal (2 OLC), Joint Service Commendation Medal, Army Commendation Medal (4 OLC), Army Achievement Medal (1 OLC), NATO Medal (OEF), Combat Medic Badge, and Airborne Badge.  She is also a Fellow, American College of Healthcare Executives; Demonstrated Master Logistician, the International Society of Logistics, and a member of the Order of Military Medical Merit.  Additional skills include Arbinger Facilitator, craft ninja and party planner extraordinaire.  

For more information on the U.S. Army Inspector General: https://www.army.mil/ig#org-resources

Disclaimer: The views expressed in this podcast are the guests and host’s alone and do not reflect the official position of the Medical Service Corps, the Department of Defense, or the US Government. All information discussed is unclassified approved for public release and found on open cleared sources.

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Join us as we dive deep into the fascinating world of Army healthcare with our special guest, CW3(P) Goldie Cooper, a seasoned 670A Health Service Maintenance Technician. Learn about the critical role these experts play in ensuring that medical equipment is battle-ready and operational, saving lives both on and off the field.

🔍 In this episode, you'll discover:

• The day-to-day responsibilities of a 670A Technician.
• The challenges and rewards of maintaining health service equipment.
• Insightful career advice and experiences from CW3(P) Goldie Cooper.

CW3(P) Cooper is currently assigned to the U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence (MEDCoE) and serves as the 670A Warrant Officer Professional Military Education (PME) Program Director. His previous assignments include: Test Officer, U.S. Army Medical Department Board (now known as the U.S. Army Medical Test and Evaluation Activity); Chief of Equipment Management Branch, USA MEDDAC Fort Carson, CO; Unit Maintenance Officer, 10th Combat Support Hospital, Fort Carson, CO; and Chief of Medical Maintenance, U.S. Military Hospital Kuwait (USMHK). CW3 Cooper’s civilian and military education include a Bachelor of Applied Science and Technology in Biomedical Electronics from Thomas Edison State University, and an Associate of Applied Science in Biomedical Equipment Technology from the Community College of the Air Force (CCAF).  He is a graduate of the U.S. Army Warrant Officer Candidate School (Honor Graduate); Health Services Warrant Officer Basic Course; the Health Services Warrant Officer Advanced Course; the Medical Logistics Officer Course; the AMEDD Captains Career Course (Commandant’s List); Warrant Officer Intermediate Level Education (WOILE; Commandant’s List) and the Health Services Maintenance WOILE Follow-On course (Commandant’s List). He has also earned the Air Assault Badge (Distinguished Honor Graduate). His awards and decorations include the Meritorious Service Medal (3rd award), Army Commendation Medal (5th award), Army Achievement Medal (5th award), Army Good Conduct Medal (3rd award), National Defense Service Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal (with campaign star), Iraq Campaign Medal (with campaign star), Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Korean Defense Service Medal, Non-Commissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon (3nd award), Army Service Ribbon, and the Overseas Service Ribbon (5th award).

🎧 Tune in. Whether you’re a military enthusiast, looking to join the forces, or simply curious about a unique career path, this episode has something for everyone!

Interested in being a Warrant find more info here: https://recruiting.army.mil/ISO/AWOR/

Disclaimer: The views expressed in this podcast are the guests and host’s alone and do not reflect the official position of the Medical Service Corps, the Department of Defense, or the US Government. All information discussed is unclassified approved for public release and found on open cleared sources.

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An insightful discussion on Program Management 8X within Army Medicine. Join us as our distinguished guest, Microbiologist 71A MAJ Amanda Roth, delves into the intricacies of her role and shares her unparalleled expertise in the field. MAJ Amanda L. Roth was born in Seoul, South Korea and grew up in the suburbs outside Minneapolis, Minnesota. She earned her Associates of Applied Science degree in Medical Laboratory Technology through the Community College of the Air Force as an enlisted airman and a Bachelor of Science degree in Clinical Laboratory Science on the Montgomery GI Bill as a civilian in 2007. MAJ Roth graduated from Creighton University in 2012 where she studied multidrug-resistant bacteria and received a PhD in Medical Microbiology and Immunology in the laboratory of Dr. Nancy Hanson.
Following her commission into the U.S. Army in 2013, MAJ Roth served in multiple positions under the Bacterial Diseases Branch at the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research in Silver Spring, Maryland. In 2017, she was the first scientist accepted into the Army Medical Department’s Program Management Acquisitions Internship Program at the US Army Medical Materiel Development Activity at Fort Detrick, Maryland. After completing this internship, she deployed for 11 months to U.S. Central Command as the Theater Microbiologist under 1st Medical Brigade in support of Operations Spartan Shield, Inherent Resolve, and Freedom’s Sentinel. From 2019-2021, MAJ Roth was the Director of the Infectious Disease Program at the US Army Medical Research Directorate—Africa, based in Kisumu, Kenya, where she oversaw the execution of over $25M of research, development, and surveillance activities of infectious diseases of military relevance alongside Eastern African. In addition to her graduate degree, MAJ Roth is a certified Medical Laboratory Scientist (American Society of Clinical Pathologists). She also holds Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act Practitioner certifications in Program Management and Engineering and Technology Management and is a member of the Army Acquisition Corps. MAJ Roth volunteers extensively in both the 71A and 8X Medical Acquisition communities and is currently the Graduate Education Manager for the former and the Deputy 8X Consultant for ETM to the Office of the Surgeon General for the latter. Currently MAJ Roth is the Assistant Product Manager for MC4, the Army’s Program Management Office for Operational Health Information Technology (OHIT) solutions. She is currently responsible for the orderly and deliberate closure of MC4 as well as the development of the new acquisition programming for OHIT modernization, Operational Medicine Information Systems – Army (OMIS-A).

Army Force Management 101: https://youtu.be/4mUg4YvZaoQ?si=YdHA5usg8Qojz5t_

Defense Acquisition University credentials: https://icatalog.dau.edu/onlinecatalog/CareerLvl.aspx

AMEDD Lessons learned: https://medcoe.army.mil/lessons-learned 

Amanda's research : https://academic.oup.com/milmed/article/180/5/591/4161841

Disclaimer: The views expressed in this podcast are the guests and host’s alone and do not reflect the official position of the Medical Service Corps, the Department of Defense, or the US Government. All information discussed is unclassified approved for public release and found on open cleared sources.

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 Ever wondered what an "8X" in contracting really means? Contracting in the Medical Service Corps? LTC Owen Roberts II joins us to unravel this mystery and shed light on the pivotal role of contracting within the realm of Army medicine.

LTC Roberts, with his vast experience and knowledge, navigates us through the intricacies of procurement processes, highlighting the critical importance of efficient and effective contracting in ensuring that our medical services remain top-notch.

LTC Owen L. Roberts II is the Joint Product Manager for Chemical Defense Pharmaceuticals. In this role, he is responsible for providing the research, development, acquisition management, and joint service integration for products transitioning from the technology base through full life cycle management of U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved medical countermeasures against chemical, radiological, and nuclear threats. 

Previously, LTC Roberts served as the Product Lead for Vaccines, Therapeutics, and Enablers for the Joint Program Executive Of­ficer for Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Defense (JPEO-CBRND), Joint Assisted Acquisition (JA2). In this capacity, LTC Roberts was responsible for domestic and global vaccine requirements, and the $56 billion joint Department of Defense (DOD) and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) program ensured the President's COVID-19 response effort was capable of developing and producing more than one billion doses of COVID-19 vaccines, 19 million therapeutics doses, and over two billion needles and syringes. His work resulted in nearly 600 million doses being safely administered in the United States, and more than 200 million doses donated around the globe.

 LTC Roberts has served in the U.S. Army for 21 years in various command and staff level positions within the military health system, medical logistics, and acquisition communities. In the Republic of Korea with the U.S. Army, his various roles included Battalion Medical Platoon Leader, HHC, 2/72 Regiment, and Deputy SPO, 16th Medical Logistics Battalion. Upon completing his tour, he was assigned to the 45th Sustainment Brigade Schofi­eld Barracks, Hawaii, where he served as a Medical Operations Planner and later deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom.

 Following deployment, LTC Roberts was assigned to Scho­field Barracks Health Clinic, serving as Chief of Logistics and subsequently selected to command, B Company, Tripler Army Medical Center, Hawaii. Following command, LTC Roberts attended the United States Army Medical Department’s Acquisition and Procurement Internship Program (APIP) at Joint Base San Antonio in San Antonio, Texas, and was assigned to serve as the first-ever Chief of Contracting for the Defense Health Agency's National Capital Region. He has completed Command and General Staff College and is Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act-trained in Contracting and Program Management. LTC Roberts is also the Deputy Consultant for Medical Acquisitions to the Army Surgeon General. In 2020, he was selected by the Secretary of Defense to serve on the COVID-19 Presidential Task Force, formerly called “Operation Warp Speed.”

Disclaimer: The views expressed in this podcast are the guests and host’s alone and do not reflect the official position of the Medical Service Corps, the Department of Defense, or the US Government. All information discussed is unclassified approved for public release and found on open cleared sources.

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Army Congressional Fellowship: An Opportunity of a Lifetime, as one of the Army Broadening Opportunities. Discover the unparalleled insights of serving as a Congressional Fellow, directly from the officers who are in it. This episode is a treasure trove for anyone interested in leadership, public service, and the unique intersection of military and legislative worlds. 

Our guest MAJ Joel Daly, currently assigned to the National Capitol Region as an Army Congressional Fellow. He was commissioned as a Medical Service Corps Officer in 2009 from the University of North Georgia, earning a bachelor’s in Exercise Science. Joel served in a variety of operational assignments, including 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division (Evac PL, BN MEDO, BCT Med Planner); 528th Sustainment Brigade, USASOC (BN S4, BDE S4); 2nd Cavalry Regiment, USAREUR (SPO MEDLOG, FSC Commander); 75th Ranger Regiment, USASOC (Regimental MEDO); Joint Medical Unit, JSOC (OPSO, Dep Surgeon). He deployed for combat operations five times and in support of one no-notice crisis response.  Joel's military education includes the Action Officer Integration Course, Joint Medical Operations Course (Advanced), Iron Major Week, Command and General Staff Officer Course, Army Public Health Course, Joint Medical Planning Tool, Joint Medical Operations Course (Basic), Joint Special Operations Medical Orientation Course, Ranger Assessment and Selection Program 2, Military Assistance Course, Combined Logistics Captains Career Course, Airborne Course, Ranger Course, and Basic Officer Leadership Course. Joel earned a Master of Operational Studies from the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College and a Master of Business Administration from Syracuse University. He completed a Master of Professional Studies in Legislative Affairs through George Washington University in December 2023. 
Our guest CPT Kirk R. Proctor Jr. graduated from Northeast High School in Clarksville, Tennessee, and calls Houston, TX, home. He was very active in high school, leading his class as the Varsity Football Team Captain and a Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps member. He enlisted in 2007 and deployed in support of OIF 08-09. In 2013, he was accepted into the U.S. Army’s Green to Gold Program, graduated from the University of Hawaii as a Distinguished Military Graduate, and from Chaminade University of Honolulu Magna Cum Laude with a B.A. in Historical - Political Studies.  He was then commissioned into the Medical Service Corps in 2015. After completing the Officer Basic Course, Kirk was assigned as the Chief of Materiel and the Deputy Chief of Facilities for Bavaria Medical Activity at Vilseck, Germany. In 2017, he was selected as the Theater Chief of Medical Logistics for Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa, in support Operation Enduring Freedom. In 2018, Kirk was selected as the Executive Officer for Dental Activity Bavaria. Next, Kirk served as the Commander for the 563rd Medical Logistics Company from December 2019 to June 2021. Kirk’s most recent assignment was as a Department of Defense Fellow assigned to the office of Rep. Darrell E. Issa (CA-48). 

https://fromthegreennotebook.com/2021/03/18/congressional-fellowship-broadening-at-the-intersection-of-the-army-and-congress/

Disclaimer: The views expressed in this podcast are the guests and host’s alone and do not reflect the official position of the Medical Service Corps, the Department of Defense, or the US Government. All information discussed is unclassified approved for public release and found on open cleared sources.

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Today, we delve into the fascinating world of "9I" – a unique skill set in the Army Medical Service Corps, focusing on Architecture & Construction Management. We're honored to have Colonel James "Jim" Goetschius with us, the 9I Consultant to the Army Surgeon General. He'll unravel the 9I pivotal role in health facilities planning, intertwining architecture, engineering, business solutions, and facilities management. 
COL James Goetschius is the 14th Commander of the U.S. Army Health Facility Planning Agency at the Defense Health Headquarters in Falls Church, Virginia. COL Goetschius has held numerous strategic and operational leadership positions and has health facilities planning experience that spans the full breadth of the facilities life cycle. Previously, he served as HFPA’s Director, Project Execution Division in which he was responsible for executing the U.S. Army’s $5.4 billion medical facility capital investment program with a direct, positive impact on more than 3.9 million DoD beneficiaries. He led a globally dispersed, multidisciplinary team of military, civilian, and contractor personnel in the execution of $1.2 billion in initial outfitting and transition requirements. COL Goetschius deployed as a health facilities planner to Afghanistan, Iraq, and Kosovo, where his responsibilities included the design/build of the theater hospital at Balad Airbase (Iraq) and the construction of the multinational hospital at Camp Bondsteel (Kosovo). He also served as a team member on Special Medical Augmentation Response Team – Health Systems missions to conduct medical facility and health system assessments, planning, and design for the restoration of medical infrastructure in Honduras, Ivory Coast, and Russia. While completing his doctoral studies, COL Goetschius worked as a graduate research assistant at the Disaster Research Center.

COL Goetschius earned a Ph.D. in Disaster Science and Management from the University of Delaware, a Master of City Planning and Post-Master’s Certificate in International Planning and Development from the University of Pennsylvania, and undergraduate degrees in architecture and psychology from Norwich University. He is certified an urban planner by the American Institute of Certified Planners and designated a Level II Certified Acquisition Professional in Facilities Engineering by the Army Acquisition Corps. COL Goetschius is a recipient of The Surgeon General’s “A” Proficiency Designator for Professional Excellence and is a member of the Order of Military Medical Merit and the Honorable Order of Kentucky COLs.

For more information in 9I please see: https://www.armyhealthfacilities.amedd.army.mil/

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We're thrilled to welcome LTG Scott Dingle, the 45th Surgeon General of the U.S. Army, as our special guest. This episode, "The 45th Surgeon General's 10 in 35," is not just an exploration of leadership, but a deep dive into personal growth. LTG Dingle shares his personal reflections and insights on self-awareness in his 10 things, offering a unique perspective to empower your success. This is a must-listen for anyone seeking inspiration and wisdom in their personal and professional Army journey.

Lieutenant General R. Scott Dingle is the 45th Surgeon General of the U.S. Army and Commanding General, U.S. Army Medical Command. Prior to his appointment, he served as the Deputy Surgeon General and Deputy Commanding General (Support), U.S. Army Medical Command.

His previous military assignments include: Commanding General, Regional Health Command – Atlantic; Deputy Chief of Staff, G-3/5/7, Office of The Surgeon General, Falls Church, Virginia; Commander, 30th Medical Brigade, Germany; Director, Health Care Operations/G-3, Office of The Surgeon General, Falls Church, Virginia; Commander, U.S. Army Medical Recruiting Brigade, Fort Knox, Kentucky; Commander, 261st Multifunctional Medical Battalion, Fort Bragg, North Carolina; Chief, Current Operations, Special Plans Officer, Healthcare Operations Executive Officer, Office of The Surgeon General, Falls Church, Virginia; Chief, Medical Plans and Operations Multinational Corps-Iraq Surgeon’s Office, Operation Iraqi Freedom, Baghdad, Iraq; Chief, Medical Plans and Operations, 18th Airborne Corps Surgeon’s Office, Fort Bragg, North Carolina; Executive Officer, 261st Area Support Medical Battalion (44th MEDCOM), Fort Bragg, North Carolina; Ground Combat Planner for Combined Joint Task Force -180, Operation Iraqi Freedom, Baghdad, Iraq; Assistant Chief of Staff, Plans and Exercises, 44th Medical Command and 18th Airborne Corps Plans Officer, Fort Bragg, North Carolina; Chief, Division Medical Operations Center, 1st Armored Division, Germany; Instructor, Officer Basic and Advanced Courses, Army Medical Department Center and School, Fort Sam Houston, Texas; Plans Officer, 3rd Infantry Division Medical Operations Center, Germany; Commander, Charlie Company, 3rd Forward Support Battalion, Germany; Commander, Medical Company and Medical Hold Detachment, Fort Eustis, Virginia; Chief of Plans, Operations, Training, and Security, Fort Eustis, Virginia; Adjutant, Fort Eustis, Virginia; Ambulance Platoon leader and Motor Officer, 75th Forward Support Battalion, 194th Separate Armored Brigade; Fort Knox, Kentucky. LTC Dingle is a Distinguished Military Graduate of Morgan State University. His degrees include Master of Science in Administration from Central Michigan University, Master of Military Arts and Science from the School of Advanced Military Studies and a Master of Science in National Security Strategy from the National War College. 

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Important Vs. Urgent article: https://www.dodreads.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Important-vs-Urgent-Col-Mark-Blum.pdf

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Episode 13 of our series is now live, featuring the remarkable "Army-Baylor Program" at Baylor University. Join us as we dive into this unique educational journey with our special guest, MAJ Tiara Walz. As the program executive officer and an assistant professor, MAJ Walz offers invaluable insights into this top-ranked Master of Health Administration and MBA program. MAJ Walz commissioned in the United States Army in 2009. She is a graduate of The University of Dubuque where she obtained a Bachelors of Science in Biology with a minor in Chemistry. After completing the Officer Basic Course at Fort Sam Houston, TX, she began her first assignment as a Platoon Leader at Fort Cavazos, TX in the Charlie Medical Company, 15th Brigade Support Battalion, 2nd Brigade, First Cavalry Division. While there, she deployed to Iraq as the Company Executive Officer in support of Operation New Dawn. After her deployment, MAJ Walz transitioned to Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center at Fort Cavazos, serving as the Deputy Chief of Operations. She was selected for and served at Fort Moore at Martin Army Community Hospital as a Company Commander from 2013-2015 and was then selected to attend the Army-Baylor MHA/MBA Program. While completing her rigorous graduate studies, MAJ Walz designated as a 70A, subsequently serving as Chief of Managed Care Division and Chief of Clinical Support Division at Evans Army Community Hospital. She then decided to apply for LTHET again and was selected to attend school for her PhD in Public Health at Oregon State University, followed by a utilization tour as an Assistant Professor at the Army-Baylor University Graduate Program in Health and Business Administration. She graduated with her doctorate in Public Health with a concentration in Health Policy from Oregon State University in 2023. She also obtained a Graduate Certificate in College and University Teaching while in Oregon, to aid in her passion for teaching. Her Ph.D. work focuses on chronic pain in the veteran population and how chronic pain impacts healthcare utilization and expenditures on an individual and systems level in the United States. MAJ Walz is a Fellow in the American College of Healthcare Executives, and is passionate about networking, healthcare leadership, and improving quality of life and social determinants of health for servicemembers, their families, and the veteran population in the US.  MAJ Walz’s awards and decorations include the Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medals, Army Achievement Medals, National Defense Service Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal, German Armed Forced Badge- Gold, the Army Service Ribbon, and the Army Overseas Service Ribbon. The "Army-Baylor Program" at Baylor University offers a unique combination of a Master of Health Administration (MHA) and an MBA. It's a highly ranked program, for more detailed information, you can visit the Army-Baylor Program page. AY25 LTHET MILPER MESSAGE 23-499, ACADEMIC YEAR 2025 (AY25)ARMY MEDICAL DEPARTMENT LTHET: MILPER message information go to https://www.hrc.army.mil/Milper/23-499

Disclaimer: The views expressed in this podcast are the guests and host’s alone and do not reflect the official position of the Medical Service Corps, the Department of Defense, or the US Government. All information discussed is unclassified approved for public release and found on open cleared sources.

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