The Geneva Foundation

06/05/2026

The Geneva Foundation congratulates Daniel Rhon, PT, DPT, DSc, PhD, on being named a Catherine Worthingham Fellow of the American Physical Therapy Association (FAPTA).

The FAPTA designation is one of the highest honors in the physical therapy profession and recognizes individuals whose leadership, research, and service have made lasting contributions to advancing the field.

Dr. Rhon's dedication to improving musculoskeletal care and outcomes for Service members has helped shape research and clinical practice across the Military Health System.

Join us in recognizing this outstanding achievement.

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06/04/2026

Congratulations to Ben Harding, Cognitive Performance Specialist, on being recognized at the 2026 Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F) Symposium.

Ben was one of four recipients honored for excellence in mental performance programming for his Performance Under Pressure Protocol (PUP2), developed in collaboration with the 10th Combat Aviation Brigade, 10th Mountain Division.

The protocol was designed to improve long-term memory and recall, reduce cognitive load, and equip Soldiers with practical strategies to navigate performance anxiety during high-stakes evaluations. By helping Soldiers understand and effectively manage their stress response, the program contributed to a 50% reduction in first-time failure rates for the Phase II Sling Load examination and improved overall candidate performance across multiple training classes.

This recognition reflects the impact of innovative, evidence-based approaches that strengthen Soldier readiness and performance.

Well deserved, Ben.

05/27/2026

Join us in congratulating Dr. Teonette Velasco and the MIRROR Project 5 team on earning First Place in Poster Presentations at the 2026 Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center Applied Research Training Day.

Dr. Velasco presented “Comparing Clinical and Biomechanical Metrics for Treatment of Chronic Exertional Compartment Syndrome: A Regression Approach.” Chronic exertional compartment syndrome can cause exercise-related pain and disability, which may affect mobility, performance, and readiness for active-duty Service members.

This work reflects MIRROR’s commitment to advancing evidence-based rehabilitation and improving patient outcomes through research that addresses real needs in military medicine.

Geneva is proud to support Dr. Velasco, the MIRROR Project 5 team, and research that improves care for Service members.

05/26/2026

The Geneva Foundation is pleased to announce the selection of Tony Stephens as Chief of Staff for its Fayetteville, NC operations effective 26 May 2026.

In this role, Tony will serve as the senior operational leader supporting Geneva’s expanding research enterprise in Fayetteville, NC. He will help drive operational ex*****on, workforce coordination, strategic partnerships, and customer engagement in support of military medical research programs focused on optimizing the readiness, performance, and recovery of our Nation’s warfighters.

Tony brings 28 years of Army leadership experience across conventional and Special Operations environments, with a demonstrated track record of building high-performing teams, strengthening operational partnerships, and advancing mission-focused initiatives.

As Geneva continues to expand its presence and partnerships across the region, the Chief of Staff role reflects the organization’s continued investment in the Fayetteville region and our commitment to operational excellence, customer-focused ex*****on, and long-term strategic growth in support of the Military Health System and the broader defense community.

Please join us in congratulating Tony on this leadership appointment.

05/22/2026

This Memorial Day, The Geneva Foundation honors the Service members who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our nation. Their courage, commitment, and service continue to shape the freedoms we carry forward today.

We also recognize the Veterans, military spouses, and military families across our community. Your service, resilience, and perspective bring deeper meaning to this day of remembrance.

As we mark Memorial Day, we honor those we have lost and stand with the families and communities who remember them every day.

05/13/2026

Geneva was proud to attend the William Beaumont Army Medical Center Research Day at Fort Bliss, Texas, connecting with investigators and teams advancing military medical research.

Hosted by WBAMC’s Department of Clinical Investigation, the event showcased podium and poster presentations from medical residents and trainees focused on improving patient care and strengthening military readiness. Highlights include a keynote speaker from Texas Tech University’s local research division, along with podium and poster presentations from medical residents and trainees focused on improving patient care and strengthening military readiness.

Geneva is proud to support the investigators, teams, and collaborations helping move research forward in military medicine.

05/13/2026

Geneva was at Uniformed Services University supporting Research Day and sharing work connected to the Sleep and Wearables Operational Research for Readiness and Defense (SWORD) Lab.

Two posters featured SWORD-related research from Geneva-supported investigators: “The Sleep and Wearables Operational Research for Readiness and Defense (SWORD) Lab: A Program to Study Sleep and Circadian Science in the US Military” and “Transcranial Electric Stimulation in Warfighters with Moderate-to-Severe Insomnia”

This work reflects the importance of sleep, circadian science, and human performance research in supporting Service member health, readiness, and resilience.

Geneva is proud to support investigators and research teams advancing work that addresses real needs in military medicine.

05/12/2026

Support the mission behind military medical research. The Geneva Foundation is hiring professionals who can bring their expertise to work that supports Service member health, readiness, and care.

We’re currently hiring for several exciting opportunities across the country:
• Research Associate II (BSL3/BSL4) | Fort Detrick, MD - https://bit.ly/4uEtwNr
• Physical Therapy Assistant | Eglin Air Force Base, FL - https://bit.ly/4dqUEZA
• Physical Therapy Assistant | Schofield Barracks, HI - https://bit.ly/3R5NGS2
• Research Audiologist | Fayetteville, NC - https://bit.ly/4d97n2A
• Financial Controller (Hybrid Remote) | Bethesda, MD or Frederick, MD - https://bit.ly/4uHbw4X

Ready to join us? Explore these roles and more on Geneva’s careers page https://bit.ly/4di3KYp

05/11/2026

The Geneva Foundation is pleased to welcome COL (Ret) Andrew “Andre” Cap, MD, PhD, and CAPT (Ret) Travis M. Polk, MD, FACS, to the Scientific Advisory Board.

Together, they bring decades of leadership across military medicine, research, and operational care. Their expertise will help guide Geneva’s scientific priorities and strengthen our work advancing research that improves survivability, supports Service member health, and enhances operational readiness.

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The Geneva Foundation (Geneva) announces the appointment of COL (Ret) Andrew (Andre) Cap, MD, PhD, and CAPT (Ret) Travis M. Polk, MD, FACS, to its Scientific Advisory Board (SAB). Both bring decades of leadership in direct care for combat wounded service members, military medical research, and traum...

05/08/2026

Geneva was at Madigan Army Medical Center for Research Day, engaging with investigators, residents, and staff presenting research across military medicine. The event showcased research through podium presentations, poster sessions, and conversations that highlight research happening across military medicine.

Geneva investigator Allison Edinger, presented “The SurgNow System: Initial Assessment of 3D Printed Handles,” sharing work that reflects Geneva’s role in supporting practical research that can address real needs in military medicine.

For Geneva, being present means supporting investigators, strengthening connections, and engaging directly with the research environment that helps move military medicine forward.