LTG (Retired) Patricia Horoho sits down with MWM President Phyllis Wilson to discuss her service in the United States Army and her time as the 43rd U.S.Army Surgeon General. Her distinguished professional career includes 33 years with the U.S. Army, retiring as a Lieutenant General, the 43rd Army Surgeon General and Commander of the U.S. Army Medical Command. She made history being the first woman, first nurse and non-physician to hold these posts. In these roles, Patty led the third largest health care system in the world with a multibillion-dollar budget and staff of more than 156,000. She implemented groundbreaking and long-lasting initiatives while improving health care considerations and force protection measures for military women. Patty has been humbled to serve and lead during pivotal moments in Army Medicine and in defense of the nation.HERstory programming explores the lived experiences of women veterans throughout American history. We are the leading memorial and education center honoring women’s contributions to the service of our nation. As the only historical repository documenting all military women’s service, we educate and inspire through innovative and interactive exhibitions, our world-class collections, and engaging programs and events for all generations. We honor the commitment, contributions and experiences of every woman who serves in, or with, the Armed Forces.
- Subject:
- Health and Medical Sciences
- History/Social Sciences
- Material Type:
- Visual Media
- Author:
- Cathleen Pearl Military Women's Memorial
- Date Added:
- 02/22/2023