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02/25/2026 02:24 PM EST
This year marks an extraordinary milestone—VHA’s 80th anniversary. Among its earliest priorities, collaboration with America’s colleges and universities to train the next generation of health professionals set the course for the world class care VA provides to Veterans today.
02/25/2026 01:04 PM EST
This video provides information on requesting a ride through the VetRide Self-Service Website and App. #VetRide #veteranstransportation #doityourself #vetrideselfserviceportal #schedulearide #selfservice #education
02/25/2026 12:32 PM EST
Are you passionate about improving care for older adults and advancing your expertise in geriatrics? This video explores the Advanced Fellowship in Geriatrics, a unique nationwide program designed to develop future leaders in clinical care, research, and education for aging populations. In this video, you’ll learn: • What the Advanced Fellowship in Geriatrics offers • Eligibility requirements and application process • How fellows contribute to innovative projects and research • The impact of this fellowship on healthcare systems and communities • Whether you’re a clinician, researcher, or educator, this fellowship provides unparalleled opportunities to grow professionally while making a difference in the lives of older adults. Learn More & Apply: Visit the official program page: www.va.gov/pittsburgh-health-care/work-with-us/internships-and-fellowships/ For additional resources: www.va.gov/GRECC/pages/Pittsburgh_GRECC.asp Credits & Attributions: • Special thanks to the Office of Academic Affiliations (OAA) and the Geriatrics & Extended Care team for program details. • Images and graphics used under license or with permission. Contact Information: For questions about the fellowship, email: VHAPTHHPE@va.gov Follow us on social media for updates: www.facebook.com/VAPHS/
02/25/2026 10:43 AM EST
VA’s largest transformation in more than 30 years is underway. Here’s what it means for Veterans and staff. In this first episode of an ongoing series of updates from VA leadership, VA Under Secretary for Health John Bartrum and VHA Chief Operating Officer Greg Goins sit down with Ron Haskell to walk us through VHA’s Restructure for Impact and Sustainability Effort, or VHA RISE. In this video: • What RISE is and why it’s happening now • How 18 regional networks are consolidating into 5 to standardize care nationwide • What the new Health Service Areas mean for local Veterans and facilities • What Veterans and employees can expect over the next 18–24 months • Why no VA employee will lose their job because of this restructuring More episodes coming soon. Learn more about VHA RISE #VARestructure, #VAReorganization, #VHARise, #VHAReorganization, #VHARestructure