5th Health Services Brigade Welcomes Col. Cole

205th Theater Public Affairs Support Element
Story by Staff Sgt. Adam Meyer

Date: 09.13.2025
Posted: 09.23.2025 14:20
News ID: 549063

FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas -The 5th Health Services Brigade welcomed U.S. Army Reserve Col. Oluwaseun Cole during a change of command ceremony, Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025, at Fort Sam Houston, San Antonio, TX.

U.S. Army Reserve Brig. Gen. Chrsitopher Niewend officiated the event, marking the transition of command from U.S. Army Reserve Col. Miller King to Cole.

Cole, an obstetrics and gynecology physician, assumed command of the brigade, which provides critical medical support and training to Army units. The ceremony, attended by Soldiers and families, included the passing of the brigade colors, symbolizing Cole's responsibility in leading the brigade in delivering healthcare support to Army units worldwide. (U.S. Army Reserve story by Staff Sgt. Adam Meyer.)