Colonel Halliburton was deeply involved in the education of U.S. Army nurse anesthetists throughout her 26-year career. She was instrumental in the development of the Army's nurse anesthesia course into a Masters-level program which is widely considered to be one of the best in the country. Cadre personnel will teach by example in the battle against tobacco by abstaining from its use while on duty in the presence or view of students. Students in advanced individual training or in MOS-producing courses are currently not using tobacco products at any time while enrolled for training. These actions support Department of Defense initiatives as well as U.S. Army regulations, to promote health, protect personnel from the hazards of second-hand smoke, and decrease healthcare costs.
Assistance is available for all personnel interested in becoming tobacco-free.
The primary mission of the 187th Medical Battalion is to provide command and control, supply, personnel, and administrative support for assigned or attached officer and enlisted personnel. The 187th's organizational structure provides the necessary support elements to assist the officers and enlisted soldiers in student status. The battalion's five companies have differing missions in order to support their soldiers. Each company has a Company Commander, Executive Officer, First Sergeant, and unit cadre who are responsible for the training and administrative management of student soldiers. Students assigned to Company A consist of officers attending specialized schooling to further their individual branch knowledge.