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April 24, 2026
Advancing Spine Surgery in the Pacific: First Uniportal Endoscopic Procedure at Naval Hospital Okinawa
Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan — Lt. Cmdr. Ki Chang, a Navy Medical Corps Officer and Staff Neurosurgeon at Naval Medical Center San Diego performed the first uniportal endoscopic spine surgery at U.S. Naval Hospital Okinawa (USNHO) this week.
USNH Yokosuka, ASBBC Okinawa Strengthen Indo-Pacific Readiness with 2026 Blood Drive
YOKOSUKA, Japan — U.S. Naval Hospital (USNH) Yokosuka, in partnership with the Armed Services Blood Bank Center (ASBBC) Okinawa, hosted a two-day blood drive at the Fleet Recreation Gym on Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka, February 25–26, 2026.
Navy Medical Service Corps Officer Awarded 2026 Military Healthcare Management Award
CAMP FOSTER, Okinawa, Japan — Cmdr. Vince Deguzman, a Navy Medical Service Corps officer and the Director for Clinical Support Services at U.S. Naval Hospital Okinawa, was recently recognized as one of two healthcare leaders to receive the 2026 Federal Healthcare Executive Award. The American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) recognized Deguzman for his outstanding service to the healthcare field with the 2026 Military Excellence in Healthcare Management Award.
Oct. 7, 2024
DOD Announces Health Care Supplement Program Pilot for DOD Civilian Employees in Japan
PENTAGON — The Department of Defense (DOD) today announced a one-year pilot program to provide no-cost supplemental health support services to DOD civilian employees serving in Japan after a yearlong effort to identify and address concerns regarding access to medical care.
Oct. 26, 2021
Frequently Asked Questions for people in COVID related quarantine (Updated 27 October 2021)
CAMP FOSTER, Okinawa — USNH Okinawa has put together a list of frequently asked question for those placed in COVID-19 related quarantine.
Aug. 12, 2021
Frequently Asked Questions about Pre-Travel COVID-19 Tests (Updated 13 August 2021)
CAMP FOSTER, Okinawa — Almost all international travel requires a COVID-19 test within 3 days of departure. When in doubt, assume that one is needed. TFSG tests 48 hours prior to departure in case of flight delays to prevent the need for retesting. There is no requirement for domestic pre-travel testing within Japan at this time.Who do I need to call to set up my
June 10, 2021
Frequently Asked Questions about Pre-Travel COVID-19 Tests (Updated 10 June 2021)
Almost all international travel requires a COVID test within 3 days of departure. When in doubt, assume that one is needed. There is no requirement for domestic pre-travel testing within Japan at this time. Who do I need to call to set up my Pre-Travel Test?Each unit has a representative who is responsible for coordinating your test in advance.
May 13, 2021
UPDATE: Frequently Asked Questions About Pre-Travel COVID-19 Testing
CAMP FOSTER, Okinawa — Almost all international travel requires a COVID test within 3 days of departure. When in doubt, assume that one is needed. There is no requirement for domestic pre-travel testing within Japan at this time. Who do I need to call to set up my Pre-Travel Test?Each unit has a representative who is responsible for coordinating your test in advance.
April 7, 2021
U.S. Naval Hospital Okinawa, Japan Administering COVID-19 Vaccine to Eligible Beneficiaries 18 and Older
CAMP FOSTER, Okinawa — U.S. Naval Hospital Okinawa, Japan continues to vaccinate service members and civilians, and has begun administering the COVID-19 vaccine to personnel age 18 and older who are eligible for medical treatment at the hospital. “We’ve had a remarkable turnout here on Okinawa,” said Capt. David Krulak, the commander of U.S. Naval Hospital Okinawa,
Feb. 11, 2021
Frequently Asked Questions about Pre-Travel COVID-19 Tests
CAMP FOSTER, Okinawa — Almost all international travel requires a COVID test within 3 days of departure. When in doubt, assume that one is needed. There is no requirement for domestic pre-travel testing within Japan at this time.Do I need a Pre-Travel COVID Test?Almost all international travel requires a COVID test within 3 days of departure. When in doubt, assume that