Yearly Archives: 2013


New Area Officer Liason: CDR Carol Treat

Recently an announcement was made that the Western Region Liaison position has finally been filled!  Thank you,  CDR Carol Treat !  We hope to keep you very busy! Officers: It is my pleasure to announce the selection of CDR Carol Treat as the Western Region Liaison, Division of Commissioned Personnel Support (DCPS), IHS […]


CDR Kelly Murphey Receives Prestigous Award

Commander Kelly Murphy is the worthy recipient of the  2012 Lucille Woodville Award!  She was presented the by the Nurse PAC at the PHS  Scientific and Training held in Arizona, May 21-23.  Lucille Woodville is responsible for starting the Nurse Midwifery Service in Bethel. Congratulations  Kelly!  We are proud of you!


Special Olympics

Members of the Aurora Borealis COA volunteered for meal services for the Special Olympics held June 7, 8, and 9.   Sporting events include: aquatics, athletics, basketball, gymnastics and powerlifting.   LCDR Eldridge has been our faithful liaison for volunteer services for many years.  There is an ongoing need for volunteers throughout […]


COA Sponsors Special Book Event

History of ANMC-Revisited On January 31, 2012 the Aurora Borealis Branch of the Commissioned Officers Association (COA) sponsored a special celebration to commemorate a cherished piece of local literature, entitled Alaska Native Medical Center: 1953-1983, written by Dr. Robert Fortuine.  Spearheading the reprinting and subsequent tribute, was well- known professional […]