Lt. Col. Jon E. Baker assumed command of the U.S. Army Aeromedical Center from Col. Gary A. Wheeler during a change of command ceremony at the Landing, June 28.
Brig. Gen. Ronald J. Place, U.S. Army Regional Health Command-Atlantic commanding general, was host for the ceremony and said that he is confident Baker will continue the excellent patient-centered care that so many on the installation have come to know.
"Lyster continues to rank at the top among all military treatment facilities because of the phenomenal care they give," Place said. "It is because of all of your hard work as a team."
Outgoing commander, Col. Wheeler said it was a great honor to serve Lyster and the Fort Rucker community.
"They say that the focus of a change of command ceremony is about the outgoing commander's time in command, and to honor his service in that role," said Wheeler. "I can comfortably say that in my case, today's event is about honoring the hard work of over 400 dedicated Lyster professionals. I'm so proud of the service you give every day."
Incoming commander Lt. Col. Baker's recent assignment was as a G-35 Plans Officer within the U.S. Army Medical Command.
"It is truly an honor and a privilege for me to serve Soldiers, their families, and our retirees in this outstanding organization," said Baker. "I look forward to building on the successes of this proud organization in support of the U.S Army Aviation Center of Excellence and Fort Rucker community."
Lyster Army Health Clinic serves a population of about 18,000 patients including active duty Soldiers and their Family members and retirees and their Family members. The clinic is consistently ranked among the top Military Treatment Facilities in the Regional Health Command-Atlantic for its ability to deliver excellent healthcare.
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