Shortly after his appointment in January 2026, Assistant Secretary of War for Health Affairs Keith Bass visited military hospitals and clinics around the world. In this photo, he is receiving a construction update at the future Rhine Ordnance Barracks Medical Center in Germany. At the 2026 Military Health System Conference on May 27, 2026, in Dallas, Texas, Bass highlighted his vision for the MHS, including infrastructure, staffing, and strategic partnerships to advance military medical readiness.
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Last Updated: June 29, 2026