Hayley Bangerezako
WRNMMC Command and Communications Bureau
The Military Health Systems Research Symposium (MHSRS) recently recognized the dedication and significant accomplishments of retired U.S. Army Col. (Dr.) Craig Shriver, director of the Martha Cancer Center (MCC) at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, with the Distinguished Service Award. was awarded. Contributions to military medicine.
“He has taught so many people how to both practice and teach medicine. His impact has been immeasurable,” said Joel, associate director and chief medical officer of the Joint Pathology Center. said Dr. T. Moncur.
Shriver’s career in military medicine spans more than 35 years, beginning with a stint in the Army Medical Corps. He started as a surgical intern and resident at the former Walter Reed Army Medical Center and eventually rose to become chief of surgical oncology, becoming the longest-serving chief in that position. At the same time, Shriver served as general surgery program director for the National Capital Consortium.
“My best job in the military was serving as general surgery training program director at Walter Reed for 16 years, the longest tenure as a surgical program director in military history.” said Shriver.
In this role, Shriver mentored generations of military surgeons, many of whom went on to forge their own careers within the Military Health System (MHS).
In 2011, Shriver was elected director of MCC and has focused on advancing research into treatments for active-duty military members diagnosed with cancer.
“Attention to cancer issues that impact readiness and the health of the entire force has really been a focus throughout my career,” Shriver said. “We’ve done a lot of research on how our services can actually identify the risk factors that lead to the development of cancer and how we can diagnose cancer early.”
“His research covers all aspects of cancer treatment,” said Dr. Yvonne Eaglehouse, MCC’s senior research fellow in health services. “Many of our findings are generalizable to the U.S. population. Therefore, the development of new treatments, new screening protocols, and viable new genetic tests will not only impact active-duty military members and their families; This is a development that can be used nationwide.”
In addition to research, Shriver also spends his time mentoring the next generation of researchers and medical professionals. He holds the position of Professor of Surgery at the Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences (USUHS). “He interacted with so many people and I think he quickly realized his role as a leader,” Moncourt said.
“He came up with great ideas on his own and through collaboration and created a whole amazing program. He envisioned the Murta Cancer Center and brought it to fruition,” Moncur said.
“The results and impact of the research he led will be felt for decades to come,” Moncourt said. “He is a man who chose to continue in military service, and in doing so, he is a great example of what military personnel should emulate.” “He’s setting an example.”
Shriver’s contributions to military medicine and Walter Reed are recognized by colleagues and patients alike. He has made significant advances in military research and served as a valuable mentor to the next generation of professionals.
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