Lieutenant Commander Patrick Ebili, Nurse Corps, United States Navy
🎖️ A Distinguished Career: Timeline of Military Milestones
Lieutenant Commander Patrick Ebili has dedicated his life to an extraordinary military journey, marked by four overseas deployments and a profound commitment to joint-service support and patient care. His selfless service included providing essential medical support across Afghanistan, Africa, South America, and Asia, notably supporting Marine Corps Special Operations and the critical missions of Operation Enduring Freedom. These significant milestones and transformative experiences forged a legacy of leadership and clinical excellence that defines his career.
Career Commencement
July 1998 – Initial Entry**: His journey commenced in July 1998, marked by the momentous decision to serve his country at the Navy Recruiter office in Indiana. This pivotal moment ignited his passion for leadership and commitment to the core values of honor, courage, and commitment. Shortly thereafter, in August 1998, he attended the rigorous Navy Boot Camp at Recruit Training Command in Great Lakes, Illinois. The demanding regimen pushed his physical and mental limits, instilling the fundamental traits of discipline, resilience, and teamwork. The intense training refined his commitment to serving others and reinforced the principles necessary for effective leadership, preparing him for the challenges of the Fleet Marine Force and his defining multinational exercises.
Specialized Medical Training
October 1998 – A-School Graduation**: In October 1998, after Boot Camp, he graduated from A-School, formally honing his skills as a Hospital Corpsman. This foundational experience shaped his understanding of patient care, emergency response, and the critical role of medical personnel in military operations. His expertise was then elevated in March 1999 at the Field Medical Training School, where he underwent advanced training in combat medicine and trauma care. This rigorous curriculum prepared him for the realities of medical support in high-stress field environments, emphasizing quick decision-making, adaptability, and the life-saving support required to deploy with the Fleet Marine Force.
Global Deployment & Joint Service
In July 1999, his foundation of adaptable leadership and joint-service excellence was tested during his defining deployment with UNITAS 40-99. Following a critical assignment with the 2nd Marine Division, 2/6 Regiment (Weapons Company), which instilled high-stakes coordination skills, he embarked aboard the USS Carter Hall (LSD-50). This multinational exercise involved circumnavigating South America and sailing along the West African coast. He participated directly in operations focused on humanitarian assistance/disaster relief (HA/DR), which proved instrumental in fostering international cooperation and partnership with emerging maritime forces. This experience broadened his perspective on global security and the necessity of effective joint operations.
Deployment and Distinction
In October 2001, following the events of September 11, he deployed to Afghanistan with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit. During this combat tour, his extraordinary service and dedication in a hostile environment earned him the Combat Action Medal. This deployment deepened his understanding of sacrifice and reinforced the importance of unwavering unit cohesion. Throughout this critical period and beyond, he focused relentlessly on executive-level problem-solving and the development of junior leaders. These enduring principles now directly guide his post-service mission, The Compass Point Program, which ensures every veteran achieves fulfilling civilian leadership success in their next career chapter.
Leading & Commissioning
In July 2003, following his combat deployment, he transitioned to a vital leadership and educational role, serving as Leading Petty Officer at the Branch Medical Clinic supporting the Field Medical Training School. In this capacity, he actively mentored junior corpsmen, reinforcing his profound commitment to leadership and education. This assignment allowed him to directly shape the next generation of medical support personnel. His dedication to professional development and exceptional performance was formally recognized when he was highly competitive selection to the Medical Enlisted Commissioning Program (MECP), marking the next major pivot in his distinguished naval career.
Commissioning and Officer Ranks
In 2006, Driven by a profound dedication to service, his career culminated in his selection for the highly competitive Medical Enlisted Commissioning Program (MECP). From May 2006 to August 2009, he successfully pursued his commission, marking a significant milestone in his career trajectory. He completed his degree requirements and graduated from the Officer Development School, formally transitioning to the officer corps. This achievement underscored his commitment to lifelong education and higher leadership. With this new rank and perspective, he was prepared to tackle complex executive challenges across the Navy, setting the stage for his final commands and his post-military work with The Compass Point Program.
Officer Service & Second Deployment
In 2009, Following his commissioning, his initial service as a new nurse from 2009 to October 2012 included duty in the ICU at Camp Lejeune before transferring to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. At Walter Reed, he cared for wounded service members and provided specialized care for high-profile patients, including current and former dignitaries. This role deeply cemented his commitment to patient-centered care at the highest level. Demonstrating an unwavering dedication to duty, he subsequently embarked on a second tour of service to Afghanistan from May 2013 to January 2014, further highlighting his commitment to the warfighter and the frontline mission.
NATO Support & Advanced Patient Care
In 2015, From October 2015 to November 2017, his career flourished as he provided critical support for NATO missions in Italy. During this time, he excelled by engaging in community outreach and fostering collaboration with allied forces, expanding his diplomatic and professional scope. Following his international service, his subsequent assignments at Fort Belvoir and Walter Reed focused on delivering specialized and exceptional patient care to service members, their families, and high-profile patients. These varied roles further honed his executive-level problem-solving abilities and reinforced the profound, constant commitment to the well-being of the military community.
Capstone & Commencement:
In 2021, From November 2017 to his retirement date of March 1, 2026, his service focused on senior leadership at Fort Belvoir and Walter Reed. He drove key initiatives in mentoring, education, and community partnership. A recent graduate of the Naval War College, he reinforced his commitment to strategic thinking and global engagement, principles articulated in his book, “Ignite the Leader Within.” This culmination of service, marked by a tireless commitment to compassionate patient care, now sets the stage for his post-military work. He continues his legacy through The Compass Point Program and the valuable insights in his published articles and book.
Career Closing Remarks
LCDR Ebili has exemplified excellence in leadership, operational readiness, and clinical expertise. Spearheading military nursing readiness initiatives, he significantly enhanced trauma training at Walter Reed (WRNMMC) through Joint Trauma System education and a burn care partnership with Johns Hopkins. His efforts achieved over 90% nursing compliance with critical modules, a line of effort pivotal to the WRNMMC Level II trauma center reverification and combat casualty care readiness. Further demonstrating his community engagement, his partnership with the Maryland Higher Education Commission helped review a $29.3M grant disbursement for critical nursing education. His contributions to Nursing and military medicine, characterized by pioneering vision, will be truly missed.
Transition to Civilian Life and Continued Service
As LCDR Ebili transitions from active military service on March 1, 2026, his commitment to serving others begins its next chapter with renewed purpose. He is now fully dedicating himself to The Compass Point Program, a platform designed to empower veterans navigating their own transitions through structured leadership development, advocacy, and direct mentorship.
The Win Mentality
Through this critical initiative, he showcases his leadership book, “The Win Mantality: A Guide to Sustainable Leadership and Growth Mindset.” The book is not just theory; it draws directly from decades of military experience and features invaluable insights gleaned from extensive interviews with senior enlisted leaders and commanding officers. It serves as a vital resource for understanding effective leadership, building resilience, and mastering the importance of mentorship in any environment.
A New Scope of Service
His work now extends across America, where he actively supports veterans’ advocacy initiatives, speaks at professional conferences, and partners with veteran service organizations. This new chapter allows him to combine his clinical expertise, executive leadership experience, and passion for mentorship to impact the veteran community on a national scale positively. He proves that service to others doesn’t end with retirement; it simply takes on new and meaningful forms.
