Executive Orders
Stay abreast of the executive orders and policy changes that may affect you and the Defense Health Agency. Check back to this page for updates.
We're More Than Healthcare Delivery
We support Combatant Commands and military departments to ensure the readiness of our force and medical teams via:
Medical Research
We’re on the cutting-edge of medical research – leading the discovery of innovative medical solutions.
Public Health
We protect and improve the health our people and our communities with a public health system that rivals any state.
Medical Education
We operate academic programs across the DOD to train and equip our medical professionals at all levels.
Mission
The DHA supports our Nation by improving health and building readiness, making extraordinary experiences ordinary and exceptional outcomes routine.
Vision
Unrelenting pursuit of excellence as we care for our joint force and those we are privileged to serve. Anytime, Anywhere – Always.
We're a Global Healthcare Leader
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the healthcare landscape changed dramatically. DHA emerged as a global healthcare leader. The DHA:
- Established a global registry to track COVID-19 cases across the DOD
- Led the DOD vaccine program to keep our beneficiaries safe
- Expanded telehealth services to put our patients' needs first
Working for DHA
Employee Hub
We are doers and thinkers. We are on the cutting edge of research and technology. We lead by compassion for our communities and our teammates. We never give up. We are DHA Proud.
DHA Careers
Do you feel the need to serve those who serve? Explore current job openings and see how you can make a difference. No matter the stage of your career, the DHA offers great opportunities for all.
Person
Person
DHA In Support
We operate the TRICARE Health Plan and MHS GENESIS. Our global workforce of nearly 130,000 civilians and military personnel work at 700+ DOD hospitals and clinics providing essential public health services, overseeing sophisticated education and training centers, and managing innovative partnerships with the civilian sector, collectively supporting more than 9.5 million beneficiaries worldwide.
9.5 Million
Eligible Beneficiaries
Including veterans, wounded warriors, military staff, civilian staff, spouses, and children.
700 + MTFs
Military Treatment Facilities
Including hospitals, medical centers and clinics, dental clinics, and veterinary clinics.
9 Networks
Nationwide and Worldwide
Providers of care and support, including across Europe and in the Pacific.
Leading Global Health Care
During the COVID-19 pandemic, we emerged as a global health care leader, by leading the military medical departments in establishing a vaccination program and policies to distribute and administer initial COVID-19 vaccines to the entire DOD. While the military health landscape changed dramatically during the pandemic, DHA’s most successful actions included operating a global COVID-19 registry, collecting 12,000 units of convalescent plasma, worldwide vaccine delivery, and the expansion of telehealth services across the enterprise.
