VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System

02/02/2026

Meet Devin Bryant, administrative officer for Dental Services at VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System.

Q. Are you or a family member a Veteran?
A. I have a few family members who are Veterans.

Q. Why did you want to work at VA, and how long have you been at VA Pittsburgh?
A. I wanted to join the service out of high school but was unable to do so due to being visually impaired. Working at VA is my way of giving back. I have been employed with VA for 10 years, going on 11 in February.

Q. What is your favorite part of your job at VA Pittsburgh?
A. My favorite part of my job is being able to make a difference in someone’s everyday life. There is something new each day. It really keeps me on my toes, and I love that.

Q. What is one thing that Veterans should know about VA that most don’t?
A. We are here to serve you!

Q. What's one thing that always brings a smile to your face, no matter how tough your day has been?
A. To see others in a great mood.

Q. When you are not at work, what would we most likely find you doing?
A. You can find me walking my dog, Chad, around the neighborhood.

02/02/2026

All Veterans can access VA su***de prevention care right now. You don’t have to be enrolled in VA health care to get support.
Use the Veterans Crisis Line Resource Locator to find support near you: VeteransCrisisLine.net/LocalResources.

02/01/2026

"I have great insurance which I have to keep for my wife. I choose the VA for great care...not the cost. Thank you." -- Veteran's comment on care received at VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System.

Are you a Veteran who is not enrolled in VA health care? To find out if you are eligible to enroll in VA health care:
• Call VA toll-free at 877-222-8387, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• Apply online at https://www.va.gov/health-care/how-to-apply/
• Download the mailable VA Form 10-10EZ at https://www.va.gov/find-forms/about-form-10-10ez/. Send the completed 10-10EZ with a copy of your DD214 to VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System, Attn: Patient Registration, University Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15240.

02/01/2026

It can be really hard to ask for help. But we all need it sometimes. responders are here for you 24/7/365. https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/

01/31/2026

Make the most of your shelf-stable items this winter. Check out VA soup and stew recipes for ways to use pantry goods. To talk with a VA Pittsburgh dietitian about strategies to create affordable meals, Veterans enrolled with us for health care can call 412-822-3000 and ask to speak with a dietitian.
https://www.nutrition.va.gov/NUTRITION/Recipes/Soups_Stews_Recipes.asp

01/30/2026

Save the Veterans Crisis Line number in your phone—Dial 988 then Press 1. You never know when you or someone you care about may need it. VeteransCrisisLine.net

01/30/2026

It's flu season -- getting a yearly flu vaccination is the best way to reduce the risk from flu and its potentially serious complications.

You can get your free flu shot at our walk-in clinic on our University Drive campus 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/.

01/30/2026

01/30/2026

Su***de prevention starts with being prepared. VA S.A.V.E. Training teaches you how to recognize when a Veteran needs support and how to help them.

More information:
learn.psycharmor.org/courses/va-save.

01/29/2026

Check out the VA Resource Navigator! The navigator 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

01/29/2026

VA will spend $4.8 billion in fiscal year 2026 to modernize, repair and improve health care facilities as part of the Veterans Health Administration’s Non-Recurring Maintenance program, which makes infrastructure improvements to health care facilities to ensure safe and effective patient care.

01/28/2026

Calling all women Veterans and service members – RSVP today for one of our Galentine’s Day Get-Togethers in February!

Enjoy camaraderie, connection, and community with opportunities to learn about our programs and services. To learn more and RSVP, visit:
• Feb. 12, Monroeville Galentine’s Day at https://www.facebook.com/events/1189362816662415
• Feb. 13, University Drive Galentine’s Day at https://www.facebook.com/events/1393994505502632
• Feb. 17, H.J. Heinz III Galentine’s Day at https://www.facebook.com/events/1966109167271579