John Fike

Madigan General Hospital, now known as Madigan Army Medical Center, was established in 1944 at Fort Lewis, Washington, to provide medical care for soldiers during World War II. Named after Colonel Patrick S. Madigan, a pioneer in military neuropsychiatry, the hospital quickly became one of the largest military medical facilities on the West Coast. Throughout subsequent conflicts, including the Korean and Vietnam Wars, Madigan served as a key treatment and rehabilitation center for wounded service members. Today, Madigan Army Medical Center continues its legacy, offering comprehensive medical services to active duty personnel, retirees, and their families.