Category: VA

Two VA staff members shared personal testimonials of services received and services rendered by VA at the 105th American Legion Annual Convention. The following transcripts are from Bob Manness, Naval Reserve Veteran and executive assistant to the director (pictured above), and Dr. Ernest Sneed, a primary care physician; both work for the Southeast Louisiana Veteran…

As we embark on the 23rd anniversary of Sept. 11, 2001, and remember those who were injured and killed, let’s take time to give back to those Veterans who gave so much defending our country after these tragic events through service. September 11 is recognized as a National Day of Service. VA has many great…

The sharing of any non-VA information does not constitute an endorsement of products and services on the part of VA. Veterans should verify the information with the organization offering. In a new series that highlights advancements in VA health care, VA researchers and clinicians are appearing on a Veteran-themed media platform—Wreaths Across America Radio—to tout…

Columbia VA is thankful to welcome a new plastic surgeon to the ranks. Dr. Gary Culbertson started in July 2024 after a distinguished career spanning 46 years in military and civilian practice. Dr. Gary Culbertson “Dr. Culbertson is an experienced plastic surgeon with decades of practice history. He is not the first plastic surgeon here,…

If you have a passion for research and are looking for a way to improve the lives of Veterans, the Advanced Fellowship in Health Systems Research may be just what you’re looking for. The Advanced Fellowships in Health Systems Research are a 2-year, post-doctoral research fellowship with interdisciplinary training in advanced methods in health services…

VA is at the forefront of immersive technology implementation. One such tech is virtual reality (VR), which can be a life changing tool for Veterans facing chronic pain to those with other mental and physical health issues. VR provides Veterans with the opportunity to engage with new sights, sounds and experiences that they otherwise would…

Do you remember when you were a child and you felt sad, scared or hurt? Do you remember how it all changed the moment you realized there is someone who cares? Maybe it was a parent, a grandparent, a teacher, a friend or a pet who cared about you. Someone cared—and it made all the…

“This is a new way of us doing business,” said Jill Albanese, director of clinical operations in the VA Homeless Programs office. That new way is called “One Team,” and it’s helping VA pick up the pace when it comes to housing Veterans. Albanese recently joined us on the Ending Veteran Homelessness podcast to explore…

South Texas VA’s Women Veterans program, in collaboration with Soldiers’ Angels, a national non-profit organization, hosted an event for expecting and postpartum military Veterans. Titled “Tiny Threads of Thanks,” this special event aimed to honor and support those who have served our country by providing them with essential baby items and resources. Held at San…

For years, Veterans have returned home with invisible scars—illnesses and conditions caused by exposure to toxic substances. The passage of the PACT Act (Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics) marked a transformative step in addressing care gaps Veterans were facing after returning home from combat. The PACT Act ensures that Veterans receive the comprehensive, tailored care they…

Whether you’re heading back to school or taking the next step after graduating, we know how important it is to properly highlight your education and academic accomplishments on your resume. As with any section of your resume, leave no room for recruiters to raise a question. To begin with, supply the essentials, including the full…

Thomas and Kevin Nelson, a father and son duo, both served in the Army and, at one point, their service overlapped. Their connection runs deeper than family, though. It is also built on an understanding of what it means to serve something greater than oneself. Their enduring bond and legacy continues at the National Veterans…