Naval Medical Logistics Command (NMLC) has again been recognized as the Navy's best in medical logistics. NMLC team members and individuals were acknowledged at an award ceremony highlighting their accolades May 3.

The Navy Medicine Business Operations Training Symposium, held annually, brings together Navy Medicine's logistics and comptroller experts from around the world -- to share in the learned tools and experiences that help keep patient-centered logistics solutions at the forefront of all Navy Medicine does for its patients. Highlighting those solutions this year, 22 military medical logistician and comptroller professionals were recognized for their contributions.

This year's symposium was themed, 'The Road to High Velocity Learning,' and many of the presentations given during the event centered on Navy Medicine's aggressive pursuit of continual learning at an increased capacity.

"The dynamic and often austere setting in which we practice requires that we commit ourselves to high velocity learning, bringing all of our expertise to bear expediently and effectively to solve deck plate challenges and then rapidly share the lessons learned throughout our entire enterprise," said Vice Adm. Forrest Faison, Navy Surgeon General and chief, Bureau of Medicine and Surgery. "Our success depends on the active engagement of everyone in Navy Medicine, from the most junior corpsmen to our most senior flag officers in this regard. All are critical to success."

The instruction outlining the particulars of the award program noted, "Naval Medical logisticians are doing a tremendous job planning, obtaining and maintaining the required equipment, consumables and services necessary for the effective and efficient delivery of healthcare support throughout the Navy and Marine Corps. By recognizing and encouraging notable contributions, the Bureau of Medicine and Surgery Medical Logisticians Awards Program seeks to honor and distinguish the officer, enlisted and civilian members within the logistics community for their outstanding contributions."

One event speaker, NMLC Commanding Officer Capt. Mary Seymour, highlighted 'active engagement throughout Navy Medicine' in a portion of her remarks. She shared a video presentation entitled 'Start with Why,' which explored how leaders can inspire cooperation, trust and change.

After her presentation the recipients were recognized, including the two awards presented to Naval Medical Logistics Command and the award presented to NMLC subordinate command, Navy Expeditionary Medical Support Command.

The Senior Shore-Based Medical Logistician of the Year was presented to Lt. Cmdr. Christopher Barnes, Naval Medical Logistics Command, Fort Detrick, Maryland. The Best Business Process Team Achievement Award was presented to the Acquisition Management and Analytics Directorate Research and Services Contract Division, Naval Medical Logistics Command. The members comprising that team include: Christopher E. Sherman, Amanda R. Belden, Heather Y. Clipson, Lorri J. Loveland, Cassandra L. Mahlstedt, Meradith R. Morina, Kathryn L. Brown, Heather M. Skimson, Debra A. Thomas, Erik J. Przygocki and Justin D. Robertson. The Civilian Medical Logistician/Supply Technician of the Year for achievements performed at a medical activity or specialty command is Gregory A. Mullins, Navy Expeditionary Medical Support Command, Williamsburg, Virginia.

According to the award instruction, the special recognition awards will be bestowed annually to individuals and a team who epitomize logistics professionalism and excellence. Congratulations to all recipients.

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