after september 11, 2001 the command reengineered operational readiness training. throughout 2002, the command strengthened force health protection for the forward-deployed naval forces and those who support them while simultaneously improving family centered care. in 2003 the command opened a stork's nest to assist pregnant women and their families throughout mainland japan. usnh yokosuka provided support to uss "kitty hawk"'s medical department during and after operation iraqi freedom.