Naval Branch Health Clinic Key West

10/09/2026

⚓ LOOKING SHARP, Navy Medical Readiness Training Unit Key West! ⚓

On October 8, 2026, the dedicated staff of NMRTU Key West gathered in ranks for our seasonal Service Dress Blues (SDB) Uniform Inspection.

From razor-sharp gig lines and immaculate creases to mirror-shined boots and precisely aligned warfare pins, our Hospital Corpsmen and Officers proudly demonstrated what it means to represent the finest traditions of the United States Navy.

Maintaining uniform excellence reflects far more than military bearing—it showcases the discipline, meticulous attention to detail, and pride that our team brings to patient care and operational readiness every single day.

A hearty Bravo Zulu to all hands for standing tall, looking squared away, and serving as exceptional ambassadors for Navy Medicine! 🩺⚓

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10/06/2026

⚓💉 DEFEND THE FLEET: GET YOUR FLU SHOT! 💉⚓
Flu season is approaching, and Naval Branch Health Clinic Key West is ready to help you and your family stay healthy, protected, and mission-ready!
No appointments needed — walk in, roll up your sleeve, and knock out your annual influenza vaccine!
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📍 MASS VACCINATION CLINIC DATES & HOURS
🗓️ Thursday, October 15 & Friday, October 16, 2026
• Morning Window: 0730 – 1130
• Afternoon Window: 1300 – 1530
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👥 WHO IS ELIGIBLE?
• ✅ Active Duty Service Members
• ✅ Reserve Personnel (in active duty / drill status)
• ✅ TRICARE Prime Beneficiaries (eligible dependents)
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🗓️ CAN'T MAKE THE 15TH OR 16TH?
Starting Monday, 19 October 2026, routine walk-in flu vaccinations will be available during normal Immunization Clinic operational walk-in hours.
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ℹ️ WHAT TO BRING & KNOW BEFORE YOU GO:
• 🪪 ID: Valid DoD Common Access Card (CAC) or Uniformed Services ID card.
• 👕 Attire: Wear loose-fitting short sleeves or uniform sleeves that easily roll up past the shoulder.
• 🧒 Families: TRICARE-Prime enrolled family members are encouraged to stop by during the open mass lines.
📞 Questions? Contact the NBHC Key West Immunization Clinic at (305) 293-4834
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10/01/2026

🦷 Advanced Training, Expanded Capability!
NMRTU Key West is bringing advanced specialty expertise directly to our Sailors!
From September 21–24, LT Jacob Dalton, DC, USN, alongside eight of his Navy Dental Corps colleagues, completed rigorous, advanced training in Forensic Dentistry and Oral Pathology at NMRTC Jacksonville.
Led by LCDR Lindsay Jayne, an Oral Pathologist from Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, this intensive four-day course combined clinical exercises and academic lectures.
Key Achievements
🎓 Forensic Dentistry Additional Qualification Designator (AQD) earned
📚 28 Hours of Continuing Education (CE) completed
📍 Why This Matters for Key West
At geographically remote duty stations like Key West, access to immediate specialty care can sometimes be limited. By bringing this advanced diagnostic capability back to our clinic, LT Dalton is:
• Enhancing local patient care through faster, on-site identification and evaluation of oral pathology.
• Strengthening self-sufficiency of our remote treatment facility.
• Ensuring high-quality, evidence-based care for our Sailors right here at home.
BZ to LT Dalton and all the Navy dentists who completed this vital training! Thank you for your dedication to keeping our force healthy, ready, and medically fit to fight. ⚓🇺🇸

09/28/2026

09/23/2026

NAS Key West, FL

09/17/2026

Your MHS GENESIS Patient Portal login is changing.
myAuth is replacing DS Logon giving you a more secure and easier way to access the MHS GENESIS Patient Portal.

Get familiar with myAuth now so you know what to expect the next time you log in to the portal. https://myaccess.dmdc.osd.mil/identitymanagement/help/myauth.htm.

Need help? Contact DMDC Support at 800-477-8227 or visit the myAuth FAQs.

09/17/2026

⚓ PROMOTION CELEBRATION | NAVAL BRANCH HEALTH CLINIC KEY WEST ⚓

Please join the entire Naval Branch Health Clinic Key West team in extending our warmest congratulations to Denise Herndon on her promotion to Chief Petty Officer on September 16, 2026!

In the United States Navy, the Chief Petty Officer (CPO / E-7) is a critical senior noncommissioned officer who serves a unique dual role as both a technical expert and a deckplate leader. Often described as the "backbone of the Navy," Chiefs bridge the gap between commissioned officers and junior enlisted personnel, taking direct responsibility for unit readiness, training, and the preservation of military standards.

"Huge congratulations on joining the Chief’s Mess! Wear those anchors with pride, you’ve truly earned them. Bravo Zulu, Chief! "

08/28/2026

📢 SERVICE NOTICE: Modernizing Our Audiology Services

We are upgrading our audiology sound booth to better serve our patient community with newer, enhanced equipment!
During this brief maintenance and installation window, audiogram availability is limited:
• Urgent Care: Patients with urgent clinical hearing needs will continue to receive priority scheduling.
• Routine Appointments: If you have a routine or annual hearing screening scheduled, our team will reach out directly if your appointment needs to be adjusted.

We will share another update the moment our new system is fully online and ready for full routine scheduling. Thank you for your understanding as we work to improve your care!

08/24/2026

⚓ Change of Charge: Honoring Our Leadership ⚓

Last Friday, August 21, 2026, Naval Branch Health Clinic Key West conducted a formal Change of Charge ceremony, marking a significant milestone as we bid farewell to Cmdr. Stephanie Clapper and officially welcomed Cmdr. Aaron Eckard as our new Officer-in-Charge.

Under Clapper’s outstanding leadership, our clinic achieved exceptional operational readiness and healthcare success. We are deeply grateful for her dedication, mentorship, and service to our mission, and we wish her fair winds and following seas in her next chapter.

We also extended a warm welcome to Eckard as he assumed charge. We look forward to continuing our mission of excellence and patient care under his guidance and leadership.

Thank you to everyone who attended and supported the ceremony!

08/21/2026

Happy 114th birthday, Navy Dental Corps! Established on Aug. 22, 1912, the Dental Corps has a long standing tradition of ensuring Sailors are healthy and ready.

Pictured are Naval Branch Health Clinic Key West Dental Corps officers Capt. Martha Villalobos and Lt. Jacob Dalton providing dental care to our patients. (U.S. Navy photos by Keats Reynolds)