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WarDocs - The Military Medicine Podcast

Doug Soderdahl, Wayne Causey, Kevin Kniery

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Welcome to WarDocs! This is a podcast developed and hosted by 3 Army surgeons, Doug, Wayne and Kevin who all possess a passion to honor the legacy and preserve the oral history of Military Medicine and get the amazing stories of these healthcare heroes to our listeners. We will take a behind the scenes look into unique opportunities and experiences told firsthand from current and former military medical professionals and provide interesting and informative content about the mission, history, ...
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Growing up in Tegucigalpa, Honduras, SGT Marco Martinez never imagined his journey would lead him to become a pivotal part of military medicine. Inspired by his mother’s relentless work ethic and his stepfather's guidance, he embraced a new life in the United States. Initially drawn to the Marines, Marco found his calling as a surgical technologist…
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Join us for a captivating exploration of military medicine with COL Jennifer Gurney, MD, FACS, a trauma surgeon and chief of the Joint Trauma System. Dr. Gurney shares her inspiring journey from joining the Army for financial support during medical school to becoming a leader in trauma surgery, significantly influenced by the events of September 11…
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Join us for an insightful conversation with retired Army LTC Darcie Greuel, RN an esteemed Army nurse and recipient of the Henry M. Jackson Foundation's Hero of Military Medicine Award. Darcie recounts her remarkable journey from enlisting in the Army Reserve during high school to becoming a commissioned officer in the Army Nurse Corps. She shares …
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Discover the revolutionary breakthroughs in military medicine that are changing lives. Join us for a riveting conversation with Navy Captain Carlos D. Williams, MD, Director of the National Intrepid Center of Excellence (NICOE) at Walter Reed, as he takes us behind the scenes of this pioneering institution. Learn how NICOE’s interdisciplinary appro…
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Join us for an enlightening discussion with Dr. Darrin Clouse, a retired Air Force Colonel and esteemed vascular surgeon, as we explore the modernization of military medicine. With over two decades of experience, including deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan, Dr. Clouse shares his invaluable insights on the complexity and multiplicity of vascular i…
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Join us on WarDocs as we engage in an enlightening conversation with Navy Commander and Preventive Medicine Physician Jean-Paul Chretien, MD, who also holds the position of Biological Technologies Office Program Manager at DARPA. Listen in as Dr. Chretien shares his journey from the Naval Academy to become a key player in global emerging infection …
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Join us for an insightful episode of WarDocs as we welcome Army Veterinarian COL Dickie J. Vest, DVM. Listen in as COL Vest shares his incredible journey from a North Texas cattle ranch to the Veterinary Corps in the Army Reserves, highlighting veterinarians' vital roles in the military. From caring for military working dogs to ensuring food safety…
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What motivates someone to dedicate nearly four decades to military medicine? Join us for an enlightening conversation with BG Bill Soliz, who shares his journey from a combat medic in 1987 to his recent promotion to BG in 2024. Learn about the significant milestones in his career, from his experiences with the 82nd Airborne Division to his prestigi…
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Episode Summary: Discover the secrets to optimizing military medicine and enhancing operational readiness in our latest episode, featuring the esteemed Byron Hepburn, MD, retired Air Force Major General from the and current Director of the Military Health Institute (MHI) at UT Health San Antonio. You'll gain an insider's perspective on MHI's ground…
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What transformative role do physical therapists play in the military, and how is cutting-edge technology enhancing their capabilities? On this episode of Wa Docs, we welcome Army Major Jon Umlauf, DPT, DSC, who shares his compelling journey from an environmental science officer to a pivotal figure in military physical therapy. Major Umlauf dives in…
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Have you ever wondered how Navy medical teams manage healthcare in the vast and remote Indo-Pacific region? Join us as we sit down with Rear Admiral Guido Valdes, MD, Commander of Naval Medical Forces Pacific, who sheds light on the formidable challenges and innovative solutions in military medical care. From overcoming logistical hurdles to the cr…
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What unique challenges do National Guard medical professionals face when balancing state and federal missions? In our latest episode, we sit down with Major General Jill Harris, the Director of the Joint Surgeon General's Office for the National Guard, to uncover the Guard's critical roles both domestically and internationally. From providing polic…
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Join us on this episode of WarDocs as we explore the fascinating evolution of Army physical therapy with BG Deidre Teyhen. Listen in as BG Teyhen shares her inspiring journey into Army physical therapy, discussing physical therapists' pivotal role in the military health system. From the early days of the Specialist Corps during World War I to their…
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"Leadership isn't just about giving orders; it's about understanding and valuing your team's unique strengths." Join us for a profound conversation with Air Force Maj Gen (Ret) Sean Murphy, MD, as he shares the evolution of his leadership philosophy in the WarDocs Ten Good Minutes on Leadership series. Dr. Murphy, former Air Force Deputy Surgeon Ge…
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Join us for an extraordinary episode of War Docs as we reunite Iraqi physician, MG(R) Dr. Mudhafar Habboush and US Army BG(R) Rhonda Cornum MD. This heartfelt chapter explores their initial meeting during Operation Desert Storm when Dr. Cornum, then a POW, received life-saving care from Dr. Habboush in Baghdad. Dr. Cornum shares her harrowing yet i…
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Join us on this captivating episode of War Docs as we welcome Abraham “Boxxy” Boxx, a critical care nurse and former Army National Guard flight paramedic, who shares his incredible journey from rural New South Wales, Australia, to becoming a combat medic in the Australian Defense Forces. Listen in as Boxxy recounts his early inspirations, such as t…
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Join us for a riveting conversation with Maj. Gen. Tom Harrell as we explore the modernization and evolution of military medicine in an era of peer competition. General Harrell shares his insights on how military healthcare systems must adapt by rethinking doctrines and drawing from historical lessons of large-scale conflicts, such as World War II.…
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Join us as retired US Navy Captain Dr. Michael Malanoski, now serving as the Deputy Director of the Defense Health Agency (DHA), shares his extensive insights into the evolution of the DHA and its critical role in stabilizing and modernizing the Military Health System (MHS). With over four decades of distinguished service, Dr. Malanoski offers a un…
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Join us on War Docs as we welcome Army Physician MAJ Mary Ford, an infectious disease specialist and lead author of the acclaimed Military Medicine Journal's article of the year: Clinical Characteristics and Resistance Patterns of Pseudomonas aeruginosa Isolated From Combat Casualties https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34196358/ Listen in as MAJ Ford …
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Join us for a compelling episode of WarDocs as we explore the innovative strides in military medicine with CAPT Lynelle Boamah, the Director of Maritime Operations for BUMED. CAPT Boamah shares her extensive experience overseeing force generation and sustainment for expeditionary medicine platforms, providing crucial medical care in air, land, sea,…
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Join us on this captivating episode of War Docs as we welcome Command Sergeant Major Timothy Sprunger, the US Army MEDCOM Command Sergeant Major, and Senior Advisor to the Army Surgeon General. Listen in as CSM Sprunger shares his extraordinary journey from a retail worker to a top leader in military medicine, inspired by his father's career as a f…
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Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Sean Murphy, MD, sits down with MG(R) Jeff Clark, MD, who is a proven leader, to discuss the complexities of leadership in military medicine. With 35 years of distinguished service, including his tenure as US Army Medical Command Deputy Commander for Operations and Defense Health Agency Director of Healthcare Operations, Dr. Clark …
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In this heartfelt episode of War Docs, we pay tribute to BG(R) Norvell “Van” Coots, MD, who tragically passed away on June 12, 2024. Van was a loving and devoted father and husband, a cherished friend, a colleague, and a dedicated soldier medic. Throughout his nearly three-decade career, he exemplified core values such as loyalty, duty, respect, se…
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Join us on War Docs as we sit down with Navy CAPT Matthew Tadlock, a trauma surgeon with a remarkable journey through Navy medicine. Listen in as CAPT Tadlock recounts his entry into Navy medicine via the Health Professions Scholarship Program, his time as a flight surgeon aboard the USS Carl Vinson during Operation Enduring Freedom, and his amusin…
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Join us on War Docs as we sit down with the remarkable Dr. Hassan Tetteh, a retired Navy Captain and esteemed cardiothoracic surgeon, whose roots as a Brooklyn-born son of West African immigrants shaped his extraordinary path in military medicine. Listen in as Dr. Tetteh recounts his initial draw to the military, influenced by Junior ROTC, and how …
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Join us as we welcome Dr. Donnelly Wilkes, a family physician and former Navy doctor whose story takes us from medical school halls to Fallujah's intense battlegrounds. Listen in as Dr. Wilkes recounts how the tragic events of 9/11 pivoted his career from a peaceful Navy service to the adrenaline-charged life of combat medicine alongside the Marine…
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Join us as we speak with Dr. Niten Singh, a respected vascular surgeon and director at the University of Washington, who shares his remarkable journey from the child of immigrants to a distinguished figure in military medicine. Listen in as Dr. Singh reflects on the influence of his late father's values and the pragmatic benefits of attending the U…
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Join us as we welcome Army 2LT Ryan Leone, a dedicated Columbia medical student and WarDocs Ambassador. Ryan shares a fascinating look into his path to military medicine, a journey that began outside the traditional military family sphere. His experiences, from the Boy Scouts to the American Legion, and his discovery of the Health Professions Schol…
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Join us as we speak with retired Colonel Dr. Peter Tan, an esteemed oral maxillofacial surgeon and Civilian Aide to the Secretary of the Army, to explore his remarkable journey through military medicine. Dr. Tan offers a personal narrative that captures the essence of his family's military legacy and how it shaped his career path, from his early ed…
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Step into the world of military and civilian medical excellence as we share the stage with Dr. Peggy Knudsen, a leading trauma surgeon whose work bridges these two critical spheres. Her journey from a Minnesota mining town to the front lines of trauma surgery reveals the profound impact of military-civilian partnerships in healthcare. Through stori…
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Join us on WarDocs as we chat with the legend himself, Dr. Norman Rich, who pioneered the field of military vascular surgery. We journey through his life and career, from his humble beginnings in a small Arizona copper mining town to becoming an international authority in his field. Listen as Dr. Rich discusses his groundbreaking work in Vietnam, h…
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Embark on a journey to the front lines of military medicine with our esteemed guest, retired Army Lieutenant Colonel Dr. Randi Schaefer. With her wealth of experience, Dr. Schaefer takes us through the intense world of emergency trauma care and her personal evolution from a college student to an accomplished military nurse and emergency medicine ex…
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Embark on an unforgettable exploration of leadership and resilience with CMSgt Tanya Y. Johnson, the influential senior enlisted leader for the Defense Health Agency. With a legacy steeped in military healthcare and wisdom to impart, Chief Johnson unwraps the layers of her journey, from her roots in an Air Force medic family to her strategic prowes…
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Embark on a captivating journey with Master Chief Troy Brown, a decorated Navy veteran whose life story unfolds like an epic saga across the globe's most challenging terrains, from the detainee cells of Camp Delta to the bustling medical tents of Camp Leatherneck. As a native of Joplin, Missouri, Troy's life took an unexpected turn during a fateful…
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Retired Navy Commander and Trauma Surgeon Dr. Ramon Cestero joins us to share his remarkable journey from the front lines to the forefront of surgical innovation. Imagine the battlefield's high stakes where every second counts, and the tools at your disposal can mean the difference between life and death. His tales of life-saving speed and adaptabi…
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Step into the boots of Army BG Jennifer A. Marrast Host, our guest on this episode of WarDocs, the Military Medicine podcast. From her origins in Grenada to her current role as Deputy Commanding General Professional Services for the 807th Medical Command deployment support, BG Marrast Host’s journey will leave you astounded and inspired. The insigh…
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Join the conversation with Lieutenant Colonel Dr. Jeanne Krick, as she brings the weighty world of medical ethics into focus, sharing her journey from Neonatology to being the Army Surgeon General's consultant for Medical Ethics. Our discussion orbits the moral quandaries that surface in military medicine, dissecting the intricate balance between p…
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Dr. Crosland is a graduate of West Point and the Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences. She is board-certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians. She has held many significant responsibilities in her Army Medicine Career. She currently serves as the Director of the Defen…
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Ever wondered what it takes to lead in one of the world’s most challenging environments, the US Navy? Do you find yourself intrigued by the thought of making critical decisions under immense pressure? Then this episode is for you. As we sit down with retired Navy Rear Admiral and Medical Service Corps officer Terry J Moulton, we uncover a lifetime …
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Episode Summary: Retired Navy Captain Dr. Matthew Provencher shares his incredible journey from the decks of the USNS Mercy to the sidelines with the New England Patriots, revealing the profound connections between military orthopedics and sports medicine. His stories take us from the skies he once dreamed of conquering as a fighter pilot to the op…
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This podcast contains remarks from a JUN 23 presentation by Dr. Warren Dorlac to the Excelsior Surgical Society. Prepare to be enlightened as we embark on an insightful journey into the world of combat casualty care with trauma surgeon and military veteran Dr. Warren Dorlac. With his firsthand experience from multiple deployments and active role in…
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Get ready to be captivated as we sit down with COL Dr. John Horton, Chief of Pediatric Surgery at Madigan Army Medical Center and Deputy Consultant to the US Army Surgeon General for General Surgery. This episode is packed with insights, as Dr. Horton lifts the veil on the realities and complexities of pediatric trauma care within military confines…
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Step into the vanguard of battlefield medicine with Dr. John M. Croushorn, an engineer-turned-emergency physician whose innovations are redefining trauma treatment. From his pivotal career switch of joining Army Medicine post-9/11 to creating the Abdominal Aortic Junctional Tourniquet (AAJT-S), this episode weaves together the personal and the tech…
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Join us for an intriguing conversation with our guest, Dr. Kevin O'Connor, a retired Army Colonel and Physician to the President of the United States. We journey through the corridors of Military Medicine, tracing Dr. O'Connor's inspirational journey from medical school to the White House, with stints in operational medicine at Fort Bragg and Womac…
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Hear an inspiring journey from elite special operations flight paramedic to medical school. Our guest, Ricky Ditzel, a 160th flight paramedic, shares his unique pathway from an unstable home life to becoming a medical student. Ricky speaks about his time as a young Ranger, his path to becoming a flight paramedic, and his experiences during the COVI…
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From the azure waters of Hawaii to the bustling corridors of Washington's power centers, Dr. Joseph Carvalho has navigated a fascinating journey. This retired Army Major General has dived deep into the world of military medicine, and this week, we bring you an intriguing conversation about his experiences. His story starts in Hawaii, takes him to G…
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When we think about the journey to a fulfilling career, we often ignore the fact that the route isn't always linear. Our special guest in today's episode can tell you all about it! Navy ENS Alexius Russell gracefully navigated through her path from an enlisted Navy personnel to her current role as a third-year medical student at USUHS, serving as a…
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Listen in as we explore the journey of retired Navy Captain Paul B. Roach, MD, FACS, where he shares his valuable deployment experiences that led to significant improvements in combat casualty care. From his early deployments as a flight surgeon in Okinawa to his gritty 14-month stint in Afghanistan, Dr. Roach offers a riveting account of combat su…
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Join us on this fascinating journey with Captain Dr. Alexis Lauria, a graduating chief resident in general surgery at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. Listen in as she takes us through her path to military medicine, the intricacies of applying for medical school, and her time at Penn State University. Hear about her experiences in the …
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We're honored to bring you a conversation with Dr. Jonathan Jaffin, an accomplished General Surgeon, a retired Colonel in the Army Medical Corps, and a Specialist Executive with Deloitte Consulting. Our dialogue circles the exciting advancements in operational medicine with an eye on austere environments, a topic that was the centerpiece of the 202…
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