National Guard Veteran Ken knows VA – he was a doctor there prior to his deployment. When he was injured in Iraq, he skipped private health care, and instead chose to trust his care to VA.
VA is using Referral Coordination Teams to simplify the process when a Veteran’s health care provider refers them to another provider, whether in VA or in the community. “She called and made it easy.”
Army Veteran Cheryl Bann has seen first-hand the joy her therapy dog, Wilson, brings to Veterans at the Minneapolis VA Medical Center. Learn more about what the team does through VA’s partnership with @petsforhealth.
Marine Veteran Jessie Barnes Sr. lost his son, Army Veteran Jessie Barnes Jr. A nursing home resident, he was not able to attend the funeral so the VA staff arranged for him to attend virtually.
Iraq Army Veteran Seth Cole would prefer to be in Aspen for the Winter Clinic but plans to make the most of the virtual version this year from home. Sports are part of his rehabilitation goals.
Jon Jensen, VHA Chief of Staff, talks with Chris Sandles, director of the South Texas VA Healthcare System. He manages the fastest growing VA health care system in the country.
Army National Guard Veteran Kim wants others to know about VA health care: “I don't think a week goes by that I don't meet a female Veteran who is unaware of the services she can get through the VA.”
Veteran Jay Phillips, who has Parkinson’s disease, encourages Veterans, their families and caregivers who have questions about Parkinson’s to join a free online program March 20 from 9 a.m. - noon ET.
With over 50,000 patients using VA’s Fort Worth clinic, a drive-through option for the COVID-19 vaccine was very popular and highly utilized. Staff vaccinated 400 enrolled Veteran patients over 8 hours.
Prior to his passing in 2017, World War II Veteran John Cornelius was recognized by VA for his donations that continue to be raised in his honor. Raised more than $200,000 for Veteran patients.
A medical center director wanted to celebrate a key moment in a Veteran’s life. Enter baby Camila, the daughter of Army Veteran and Lubbock area resident Debbie Hernandez.
Veteran Nick Mangus has been living with Multiple Sclerosis since 1988. He lives a full and adventurous life. His is a story of adaptability and perseverance…an inspiration to others with MS…and all of us.