Stories

The Atlanta VA Health Care System proudly recognizes its cardiovascular professionals during Cardiovascular Professionals Week, February 7 –15, 2026.

When Americans reflect on the attack on Pearl Harbor, they often picture the servicemembers who fought that day.

On February 3, 1943, four U.S. Army Chaplains of different faith traditions made the ultimate sacrifice during World War II when their troop transport ship was sunk while crossing the Atlantic Ocean.

The Survey of Healthcare Experiences of Patients (SHEP) plays a vital role in how Atlanta VA Health Care System measures performance and ensures the care provided to Veterans meets, or exceeds, national quality benchmarks.

As the population of older adults continues to grow, health systems must evolve to meet their complex and unique needs.

Family, friends, and fellow residents gathered on January 12, 2026, at Trinka Davis Veterans Village Community Living Center to celebrate an extraordinary milestone – the 100th birthday of Navy Veteran Raleigh Durden, Jr.

On any given day, Veterans from all six branches of service come to the Atlanta VA Health Care System with one shared expectation, to be treated with dignity, respect, and compassion.

January 12, 2026, marks National Pharmacist Day, a time to honor and recognize the vital role pharmacists play in delivering high-quality care to our Veterans.

Two Atlanta Veterans are marking the anniversary of the authorization of the Army Distinguished Service Medal on Jan. 2, 1918, by reflecting on the enduring values of service, leadership, and sacrifice that the award represents.

Kelly Keener has always loved seeing the world from above. A former Navy servicemember from 1994 to 1997, Kelly’s passion for flight never faded after his military years. “I just love seeing the world from aloft,” he says.