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Navy Commander Matthew Behil was selected earlier this year to promote to the rank of Captain. Behil serves aboard Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point, leading the clinic’s Optometry Department.

July 25, 2024

Cherry Point Clinic Celebrates Officer Selections to Navy Captain

MCAS Cherry Point — Three officers serving aboard Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point were selected to promote to the rank of Navy Captain earlier this year.

Hospital Corpsman Third Class Caleb Nelson promoted to the rank during a ceremony held Friday, July 12 aboard Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point. Nelson serves aboard the clinic in the Materials Management Department.

July 17, 2024

Cherry Point Clinic Celebrates Staff Promotions

MCAS Cherry Point — Sailors and civilians serving aboard Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point celebrated the promotion of two staff members Friday, July 12.

Hospital Corpsman Second Class Rylie Maloney is the first military applicant to receive an Optician’s License from the state of North Carolina after passing the American Board of Opticianry exam in early summer, 2024. Maloney, a native of Soddy Daisy, Texas, serves aboard Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point as the Optometry Leading Petty Officer, responsible for the day-to-day operations of the facility’s Optometry Clinic serving Active-Duty Marines and Sailors assigned to the base, their families and beneficiaries in the surrounding communities.

July 10, 2024

Cherry Point Sailor First to Receive Optician’s License from State of North Carolina

MCAS Cherry Point — A Sailor serving aboard Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point is the first military applicant to receive an Optician’s License from the state of North Carolina.

Hospital Corpsman Third Class Joseph Kitchin, center, stand with leadership from Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point after his promotion Monday, July 1.

July 2, 2024

Cherry Point Celebrates “Tacking of the Crow,” Junior Sailor’s Promotion

MCAS Cherry Point — Sailors and staff aboard Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point celebrated the advancement of a Sailor and the “Tacking of the Crow” Monday, July 1.

The first week of July, 2024 Sailors and staff of Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point celebrate 56 years of the clinic’s role in the readiness of Marines serving in eastern North Carolina and the wellness of their families and nearby communities.

July 1, 2024

Cherry Point Clinic Celebrates 56 Years of Keeping the Warfighter in the Fight

MCAS Cherry Point — The first week of July, 2024 Sailors and staff of Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point celebrate 56 years of the clinic’s role in the readiness of Marines serving in eastern North Carolina and the wellness of their families and nearby communities.

Sailors and staff serving aboard Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point celebrated excellence in patient care and technical expertise while bidding fond farewells at an awards ceremony conducted Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Recognized from left to right were; With the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal; Hospital Corpsman Second Class Sophia Crews, Hospital Corpsman First Class Garett Fralix, Hospital Corpsman Third Class Miguel Rodriguez, Hospitalman Devin Kelsey. With Letters of Appreciation from Commander, MCAS Cherry Point for their support of the 2024 MCAS Cherry Point Air Show; Mr. Joe Farland and Mr. James Williams. Mr. Thomas Cieslak for Third Place, 2023 Military Health System Communication Award. With the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal; Navy Lieutenant Sarah Cruz and Lieutenant Commander Kyle Herring.

June 26, 2024

Cherry Point Clinic Celebrates Technical Excellence, Departures at June Award Ceremony

MCAS Cherry Point — Sailors and staff serving aboard Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point celebrated excellence in patient care and technical expertise while bidding fond farewells at an awards ceremony conducted Wednesday, June 26, 2024.

Staff serving aboard Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point celebrated the retirement of a Chief Petty Officer and the accomplishments of Sailors and civilians during a ceremony conducted Wednesday, May 29 aboard the Clinic. From left to right, recognized during the ceremony were; Dr. Tonya Andrews, Senior Employee of the Quarter Hospitalman Ma Angeline Viernes – Flag Letter of Commendation, Ms. Jennifer Hartsfield, Mid-Level Employee of the Quarter, Ms. Jennifer Nelson, Junior Employee of the Quarter, Hospital Corpsman Second Class Ashlyn Sanders – Flag Letter of Commendation, Hospital Corpsman Third Class Miguel Rodriguez – Flag Letter of Commendation ,Lieutenant Jan Bosch - Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal ,Hospital Corpsman Third Class Benjamin Alcorn - Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal, Chief Petty Officer Raymond Weeks - Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal.

May 31, 2024

Cherry Point Clinic Celebrates Retirement, Accomplishments of Sailors, Staff

MCAS Cherry Point — Staff serving aboard Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point celebrated the retirement of a Chief Petty Officer and the accomplishments of Sailors and civilians during a ceremony conducted Wednesday, May 29 aboard the Clinic.

Sailors serving aboard Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point conducted the “Old Glory” ceremony at the Havelock Chamber of Commerce’s 21st Annual Salute to the Vets celebration held at the Havelock Tourist and Event Center on Monday, May 14, 2024.

May 21, 2024

Cherry Point Sailors Honor Veterans at Community Celebration

Havelock, North Carolina — Sailors serving aboard Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point conducted the “Old Glory” ceremony at the Havelock Chamber of Commerce’s 21st Annual Salute to the Vets celebration held at the Havelock Tourist and Event Center on Monday, May 14, 2024.

The Presidential Volunteer Service Award pin awarded to Mr. Al Younger, and American Red Cross Volunteer, during a ceremony conducted Monday, May 13 aboard Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point. Younger received the Presidential Volunteer Service Award during the ceremony for his 4,000 hours of volunteer service conducted over 30 years with the American Red Cross.

May 21, 2024

Cherry Point Clinic Honors American Red Cross Volunteers

MCAS Cherry Point — Volunteers continuing their dedication to the to the wellbeing of service members in eastern North Carolina were celebrated at a ceremony Monday, May 13 aboard Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, with one receiving Presidential-level recognition.

Navy Lieutenant Lauren Dixon, left, and Commander Carlton Bennett, right, cut a cake during a ceremony celebrating the 116th birthday of the U.S. Navy Nurse Corps during a ceremony held Monday, May 13, 2024 aboard Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point.

May 14, 2024

Cherry Point Clinic Celebrates 116th Navy Nurse Birthday

MCAS Cherry Point — Staff and Sailors serving aboard Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point celebrated the 116th birthday of the U.S. Navy Nurse Corps during a ceremony conducted Monday, May 13 in the clinic’s pavilion.

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