Stories
Read about what's happening in our VA Augusta health care community.
VA Augusta physician conducts swift-water rescue, saving young boy’s life
Dr. Vasu Lakkimsetti was eager to take up some cycling with his son on the trails around Augusta, Georgia. A geriatrician at Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center, Lakkimsetti purchased two new bikes, only to watch them sit dormant as he waited for winter temperatures and his busy schedule to clear.
Access doubles as VA Augusta mammography program passes all tests
VA Augusta Health Care System’s mammography program is now fully accredited by the American College of Radiology (ACR).
VA Health Professions Education Week
VA Augusta joins VA health care facilities nationwide in recognizing the contributions of VA faculty and academic partners during VA Health Professions Education Week (March 13-17, 2023).
Local students partner to create real-world solutions to local challenges through innovation
The Augusta University Innovate competition aims to provide innovative, creative, and entrepreneurial solutions for challenges that affect CSRA communities. This year’s theme is “Solutions for Non-Profits” in the Augusta community.
VA Augusta Registered Dietitian receives the Georgia Outstanding Dietitian of The Year Award
VA Augusta Registered Dietitian receives the Georgia Outstanding Dietitian of The Year (ODY) Award in recognition of her hard work and dedication.
Bridging the Gap: VA nurse in Athens, Georgia, passionate about keeping local Veterans informed
Adrienne Barber earned her nursing degree in her hometown of Vidalia, Georgia. And after 14 years as a licensed practical nurse, she was eager to join VA Augusta Health Care System to serve Veterans.
VA Augusta nurse recognized for quality patient care
The DAISY Nurse Leader Award is among the highest recognitions a nursing professional can receive. It recognizes nurses who are extraordinary in the impact they have on high-quality, compassionate patient care.
Operation Snowflake: Local FFA students collect hygiene items for Veterans at VA Augusta
Throughout the month of December, 90 students from Cross Creek High School, collected personal hygiene items including toothpaste, lotion and deodorant to donate to VA Augusta Veterans.
VA Augusta exceeds goal to permanently house Veterans
It’s not just a pat on the back, it’s one step closer to a Veteran foot in the door to permanent housing.
VA Augusta urologist is working to change the contraceptive culture for men
What is your contraception of choice? It’s not a question men hear very often.
