Dr. Andreina Ottman, PharmD, BCGP wears many hats at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) serving our veterans, and she loves it. Not only is she a Clinical Pharmacist Practitioner at the Women’s Clinic at the Durham VA Medical Center (VAMC) in North Carolina, but she is also the Director of the Second Year Postgraduate […]
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Bay Pines VA physician Dr. Bharti Shetye was named Clinician of the Year Dr. Bharti K. Shetye remembers the moment the news reached her. It was unexpected and briefly took her breath away: out of almost 6,000 members of the Association for Obesity Medicine, she was named the 2026 recipient of the Dr. Clinician of […]
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A Cheyenne VA expert makes move-in kits for newly housed veterans Peer expert Rick Cooper noted that an apartment rarely feels like home when veterans don’t have the basics needed for daily living. When applying with veterans accommodated Cheyenne VA Health Care System’s The homeless program saw that some could not afford basic household items. […]
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If you are interested in unique opportunities and excellent employee benefits, a job with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) may be just what you need. We are looking pharmaceutical technicians just like you, with top-notch organizational skills that help keep our pharmacies running. Caring for veterans The job of a pharmacy technician is incredibly […]
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Employers in the skilled trades, manufacturing, defense and marine industries are hiring now – and veterans’ experience is often a perfect match for what they need. Many of these careers offer paid apprenticeships and on-the-job training, no four-year degree required. VA and the Department of Labor (DOL) are teaming up to make finding these pathways […]
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Marine veteran Edward Chavez turned his health around with a VA move! Program, lose 40 pounds in five months When serious health problems began to surface, Marine veteran Edward Chavez knew he was facing a turning point in his life. Over time, he developed several health problems, including heart complications, diabetes, high blood pressure, and […]
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Physical therapists at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) help veterans regain independence, mobility and quality of life. Whether helping a veteran recovering from surgery, managing chronic pain, or adjusting after an injury or illness, VA physical therapists play a vital role in helping those who have served thrive. As part of the nation’s largest […]
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Finding stability and meaning through work that serves others For James Barger, joining the Air Force at age 18 seemed like a way to build a future and see the world beyond the small town in East Tennessee where he grew up. Inspired by his grandmother, who worked as a civilian switchboard operator for the […]
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July is the start of blueberry season, a time when farmers’ markets are overflowing with fresh produce, backyard gatherings are in full swing, and nature presents some of its tastiest and most nutritious offerings. This Ginger Blueberry Crisp celebrates how a few healthy ingredients can become an unforgettable summer dessert. Why blueberries glow Tiny but […]
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Bridging the distance: Virtual visits connect veterans with timely brain injury care For many veterans, receiving care for a traumatic brain injury (TBI) can be difficult, especially if they live far from a specialist. That’s where VA Telehealth Services and TeleTBI make a difference. dr. Mi-Hyon Cho, a brain injury specialist for the VA Hudson […]
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