METC NDT trainees learn about brain disorders & care
April 16, 2021 - Neurodiagnostic Technicians, including those in the military, perform many tests that diagnose problems with the brain and nervous system, as well as sleep disorders. They use state-of-the-art digital equipment to record...
National Nutrition Month: Nutrition therapists train at METC
March 18, 2021 - National Nutrition Month, observed during the month of March, focuses attention on the importance of making informed food choices and developing sound eating habits along with physical activity. Being that health and fitness...
JBSA extends closure for non-emergency personnel
Feb. 16, 2021 - Due to the severe weather and adverse road conditions in and around Joint Base San Antonio, the installation commander has extended JBSA closure for non-emergency personnel on Feb. 17, 2021...
JBSA Severe Weather Alert
Feb. 13, 2021 - Due to potential inclement weather and adverse road conditions, JBSA will be modifying services and reporting personnel to help ensure the safety of service members and the community. 502d Air Base Wing leadership will be...
MEDCoE, METC earn Wolf Pack award
Nov. 19, 2020 - The Medical Education and Training Campus Combat Medic Specialist Training Program, the U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence Video Team, and the MEDCoE Learning Systems Branch received the third quarter fiscal year 2020...
Laparoscopy training in METC surgical technologist program
Nov. 19, 2020 - Army, Navy and Air Force Surgical Technologist (ST) students at the Medical Education and Training Campus (METC) are becoming more familiar with laparoscopic procedures thanks to a curriculum update and new laparoscopic...
METC Welcomes Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health
Oct. 30, 2020 - JBSA-FORT SAM HOUSTON, TEXAS - As part of a multi-day visit to several military medical organizations located in Joint Base San Antonio, Texas, the Honorable Thomas McCaffery, Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health...
METC Combat Medic Program lauded for exceptional teamwork
Oct. 19, 2020 - The Medical Education and Training Campus Combat Medical Specialist Training Program, or CMSTP, at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston has been recognized for exceptional teamwork by an integrated group of military and...
METC radiology instructor saves car crash victim
Aug. 27, 2020 - According to Staff Sgt. Karrie Prescott, her medical training helped with knowing the steps for CPR and how to check responsiveness and breathing. She may also use this experience as a teaching moment for her students...
METC celebrates 10 years training enlisted medical force
June 2, 2020 - When the Department of Defense’s 2005 Base Realignment and Closure Commission directed nearly all enlisted medical training be co-located at Fort Sam Houston, Texas, it may have unknowingly changed the landscape of enlisted...