VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System

VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System We provide health care to eligible Veterans at two main campuses and six outpatient clinics.

VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System is an integrated healthcare system that proudly serves the Veteran population throughout the tri-state area of Pennsylvania, Ohio and West Virginia. It is our mission to care for America’s Veterans and provide them with excellent health care. VA Pittsburgh consists of two campuses: a major medical and surgical tertiary care facility with a behavioral health facility, and a community living center with a Veterans recovery center all complemented by five community based outpatient clinics. There are also three Vet Centers in the region that provide readjustment counseling services to combat veterans and their families.

Caregivers: How do you think others see you? Let’s find out together on Nov. 20 from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. as we go throu...
11/08/2025

Caregivers: How do you think others see you? Let’s find out together on Nov. 20 from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. as we go through a guided journey of self-discovery. Register today by calling 412-822-2364.
Learn more at https://www.facebook.com/events/1354718876011543/

All Veterans are welcome to visit our Henry Parham VA Clinic in Monroeville for a Veterans Day Recognition on Wednesday,...
11/07/2025

All Veterans are welcome to visit our Henry Parham VA Clinic in Monroeville for a Veterans Day Recognition on Wednesday, Nov. 12, from 9 a.m. to noon. Stop by for coffee, donuts and other treats as a small way of saying "thank you" for your service.

More details at https://www.facebook.com/events/25999994322933874

As we prepare to observe Veterans Day on Nov. 11, it’s important to remember the difference between Veterans, Memorial a...
11/07/2025

As we prepare to observe Veterans Day on Nov. 11, it’s important to remember the difference between Veterans, Memorial and Armed Forces days:
• Veterans Day on Nov. 11 recognizes all who served honorably, in war or peace.
• Memorial Day on the last Monday in May honors and remembers U.S. service members who died in battle or of service-connected injuries and illnesses.
• Armed Forces Day on the third Saturday in May recognizes currently serving U.S. service members.

In honor of Veterans Day, we invite all Veterans for a complimentary breakfast combo at our VA PatriotCafes and a free t...
11/06/2025

In honor of Veterans Day, we invite all Veterans for a complimentary breakfast combo at our VA PatriotCafes and a free tall brewed coffee at our PatriotBrews during breakfast hours on Friday, Nov. 7, and Monday, Nov. 10. Thank you for your service!

11/06/2025

Women Veterans belong at VA.
Your service matters, and so does your health. VA offers personalized, trauma-informed care designed to support you at every stage of life. From infertility and mental health services to preventive screenings and whole health options, VA is here for you.

For support and help in navigating women's health care here at VA Pittsburgh, contact:
Nicole Dickinson, MSN, RN
VA Pittsburgh Women Veterans Program Manager
412-360-6289 or nicole.dickinson@va.gov

Dorey Stabile, MEd
VA Pittsburgh Women Veterans Outreach
412-822-3819 or dorey.stabile@va.gov

https://www.womenshealth.va.gov/

Acceptance and commitment therapy can help you manage stress and stay present. The ACT Coach app offers guided mindfulne...
11/05/2025

Acceptance and commitment therapy can help you manage stress and stay present. The ACT Coach app offers guided mindfulness exercises, mood and thought tracking, and reflection tools to support your therapy goals. https://mobile.va.gov/app/act-coach

Meet Kenneth Thomas, pharmacist supervisor at VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System. Q. Are you or a family member a Veteran?...
11/03/2025



Meet Kenneth Thomas, pharmacist supervisor at VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System.

Q. Are you or a family member a Veteran?
A. Both of my grandfathers and four of my uncles are proud Veterans.

Q. Why did you want to work at VA, and how long have you been at VA Pittsburgh?
A. My professional background includes a lot of time with retail health care and community pharmacy. I was able to meet many Veterans in that role and jumped at the opportunity to join VA Pittsburgh three years ago so I could share my patient-centric approach with all Veterans that visit us at VAPHS.

Q. What is your favorite part of your job at VA Pittsburgh?
A. Every day is an opportunity to learn. VA Pittsburgh is home to so many services, including specialty care, that always challenges me to learn something new as I interact with Veterans, support persons, and health care and other professionals and staff to deliver the best care and experience.

Q. What is one thing that Veterans should know about VA that most don’t?
A. We need your feedback! VA Pittsburgh regularly uses Veteran feedback from surveys like VSignals to help us make changes to improve care and patient experience. In pharmacy, we have used this feedback to help Veterans track prescription orders and make requesting refills simpler.

Q. What's one thing that always brings a smile to your face, no matter how tough your day has been?
A. A well-timed joke, especially a “dad” joke. Work and life can be stressful. Sometimes, something simple and light-hearted can turn a day around.

Q. When you are not at work, what would we most likely find you doing?
A. Coaching youth sports – cross country, basketball and track and field – at my children’s school.

Q. What's your favorite way to relax?
A. Sitting at a campfire or cooking, but always with my family and dog nearby.

Q. If you could live anywhere in the world for a year, where would it be and why?
A. Anywhere that would give me the chance to golf all year - Bermuda would be a good option!



This month, we celebrate and appreciate the incredible caregivers who give their time, energy and love to support our Ve...
11/02/2025

This month, we celebrate and appreciate the incredible caregivers who give their time, energy and love to support our Veterans every day. You make a difference that truly matters.

Are you a caregiver of a Veteran and want support, resources or access to a caring community? To learn about our Caregiver Support program here at VA Pittsburgh, call 412-822-2364 or email vhapthcaregiversupportprogram@va.gov.

Do you have leftover Halloween candy? Pair sweets with healthy fat, fiber and protein to make a balanced snack, like a t...
11/01/2025

Do you have leftover Halloween candy? Pair sweets with healthy fat, fiber and protein to make a balanced snack, like a trail mix.

For more snack ideas, Veterans enrolled with us for health care can call 412-822-3000, press 0 and ask to speak with a dietitian. https://www.nutrition.va.gov/Recipes/Snacks/index.asp

Do you need help with food? Here are resources that can help.• Find a food pantry near you:> Pennsylvania -- search.pa21...
10/31/2025

Do you need help with food? Here are resources that can help.
• Find a food pantry near you:
> Pennsylvania -- search.pa211.org/
> Ohio -- ohiofoodbanks.org/foodbanks/
> West Virginia -- mountaineerfoodbank.org/find-food
> Southwestern Pennsylvania -- -- pittsburghfoodbank.org
> Search by zip code -- feedingamerica.org/find-your-local-foodbank

• Call 211 anytime. Dial 211 on your phone and operators will help you connect to the nearest Veteran friendly pantry or emergency food program in your community.

• Visit this link for additional resources -- https://www.nutrition.va.gov/Food_Insecurity.asp

No Veteran should go hungry. Reach out to these resources today for support for you and your family.

Hey, Glory here – VA Pittsburgh’s traveling flag!I made sure to get my no-cost flu shot while at the H.J. Heinz III camp...
10/30/2025

Hey, Glory here – VA Pittsburgh’s traveling flag!

I made sure to get my no-cost flu shot while at the H.J. Heinz III campus recently. The first thing nurse Shaunel Williams wanted to know was my name and last four.

“Glory, 1776,” I proudly answered.

Then she gently gave me the shot.

Getting a yearly flu vaccination is the best way to prevent flu and its potentially serious complications, according to the CDC. I always make certain to get mine in the fall so my body can build up immunity before the influenza virus is widespread.

You can get your flu shot, too, at our walk-in clinics on our University Drive and H.J. Heinz campuses from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays, except federal holidays. Eligible Veterans are enrolled in VA health care and receive primary care with us.

You can also request the vaccine during any primary care appointment.

Learn more at https://www.va.gov/pittsburgh-health-care/programs/flu-shots/.

Oh, and eligible Veterans can also now get a no-cost COVID booster at our walk-in clinics. For the COVID vaccine, you must be 65 or older or have an underlying condition that increases your risk for severe disease. Learn about underlying conditions at https://www.cdc.gov/covid/hcp/clinical-care/underlying-conditions.html.

You can even get your flu and COVID shots on the same day!

The VA Resource Navigator is an excellent tool to assist and guide you when you need information about key VA services a...
10/29/2025

The VA Resource Navigator is an excellent tool to assist and guide you when you need information about key VA services and benefits. It includes web links, phone numbers and QR codes to make VA benefits information easy to access and understand. www.prevention.va.gov/PCL/PCL-VA-Navigator.asp

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