National Telestroke Program is a nationwide VA program that provides acute stroke evaluation and treatment to 70 VA medical centers through telemedicine
VA OAA 2022 David M. Worthen Ward recipients are improving care quality, trainee diversity and physician teaching to better serve Veterans.
Twenty-eight new nurse residency programs were added in academic year 2021-2022 in response to one of America’s critical health care occupation shortages.
Doctors Caucus confers on how VA’s academic affiliations and training programs enhance Veteran care and health professions education.
VA post-baccalaureate RN and nurse practitioner residencies prepare highly qualified nursing professionals for VA and the nation. Of VA’s 80,000 nurses, 55% are eligible for retirement.
Clinical simulation training has expanded rapidly and nearly any clinical scenario can be created and taught. Orlando VA trains of hundreds of professionals in their labs.
Study: Severe shortage of providers throughout the country by 2030. Leading that list is Texas and Florida. South Texas VA is preparing for the future.
With investments in a diverse workforce and leadership, our sense of inclusion equals innovation for the Veterans we serve.
Expansion brings 15 new occupational therapist programs and 27 new physical therapist programs to 24 VA medical centers to meet the needs of Veterans for generations to come.
Physical therapy is an alternative to surgery, prevents injury, reduces pain and restores independence, especially for older Veterans.
Dr. Jessica Feinleib develops award-winning approach to teach life-saving procedures. Motivation was tragic cases resulting in loss of life.
VA's Office of Discovery, Education and Affiliate Networks (DEAN) partners with Veterans to create innovative healthcare solutions.