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Read about what's happening in the Birmingham VA Health Care System community

  • In a quiet hospital room at the Birmingham VA, a simple act of kindness unfolds as a volunteer sits beside a Veteran and begins to read aloud.

    Elderly man in hospital bed reading with a woman volunteer.

  • A team from the Birmingham VA Health Care System earned recognition as a top four finalist at the 2026 National Improvement Conference, showcasing innovation and commitment to Veteran care.

    Group of 13 people standing together, one person holds an award.

  • On January 28, 2026, the Birmingham VA Health Care System joined One Roof and other local organizations to help with the annual Point-in-Time (PIT) Count. This nationwide event aims to find and count people experiencing homelessness across the country.

    People gathered under a bridge, exchanging items and conversing.

  • At the start of the New Year, the Birmingham VA Health Care System reached a major milestone by completing its first bariatric operation on January 5, 2026. This step expands specialized surgical care for Veterans with severe obesity and related health issues.

    surgeons in an operating room performing surgery.

  • Employees and fellow Veterans came together at the Birmingham VA Clinic to celebrate a special milestone: the 100th birthday of World War II Navy Veteran Therold Roberts.

    Collage of photos: Therold Roberts in wheelchair beside table of cupcakes and a balloon with the number 100, his original journal from time in service, his original handwritten journal entries

  • On January 15, the Disabled American Veterans Department of Alabama (DAV) presented a $1,000 check to the Executive Director.

    Birmingham VA Executive Director and DAV holding the donation check, smiling.

  • The LexCare Hearing Foundation’s Hearoes Tour, a national hearing health initiative hosting over 200 stops each year, made its way to the Birmingham VA Health Care System and several VA clinics this December.

    Veterans participating in hearing screenings

  • The Birmingham VA Health Care System has earned accreditation from Joint Commission, an independent, evidence-based standards setting organization that sets the benchmark for safe, high-quality patient care through health care accreditation.

    The Joint Commission Gold Seal

  • At the Birmingham VA Medical Center, the holiday spirit didn't stop after Christmas.

    Birmingham Bowl football players deliver gifts to Birmingham VA Veterans

  • The holiday season can be a challenging time for Veterans who are in the process of rebuilding their lives. However, the simple act of sharing a meal can restore dignity, comfort, and hope.

    This photo shows images showing different stages of holiday box setup before delivery.