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08/21/2026
Navy EM Consultant Updates
CDR Christine DeForest, DO, USN
This is a season of exciting transition. 76 Colleagues began a tour at a new hospital or operational unit through this summer’s PCS season, which included over 20 new graduates! This year’s PCS cycle included a heavy volume of overseas billets, which can be especially taxing on small commands. A huge THANK YOU goes out to our colleagues who helped to cover shifts and keep things running smoothly.
We have brought a new Toxicologist into our ranks and also celebrate the transition of two colleagues into fellowship programs. This summer, we welcomed many junior colleagues into the community of Emergency Medicine, with 20 Interns beginning their training at our in-service program, one Intern beginning training at BAMC, and 18 residents starting this year in a civilian training program. The future of Emergency Medicine looks bright!
You may have seen the BUMED Note which broadcasted the selection goal for two fellowship opportunities: a 2028 start for Emergency Medicine Services and a 2027 start for Emergency Medicine Ultrasound. The MODS application process is in full swing.
The Navy Medical Corps Detailer for Non-Surgical Specialties transitioned to CDR John Morrison, who is settling into the role and will launch planning for the next PCS season shortly. For the Navy Specialty Leader team, we welcomed CDR Robert Hanson into the role of East Coast Assistant Specialty Leader, and we extend a special appreciation to LCDR Lauren Kalodner, who headed to Boston to begin her fellowship training. We are grateful for the continued support of LCDR Daniel Finnin, who continues to assist the West Coast, and CDR Gordon Markham, who has covered down for me throughout a deployment. I am grateful for the team that we have, and we are always a call or an email away to serve you.
We have colleagues afloat and ashore who remain deployed to the Middle East and around the world. Our thoughts are with you and your families. We hope to welcome you home very soon!
