Local Features
Keep up-to-date with the latest information about current events in the Durham VA Health Care System. From central to eastern North Carolina, Durham VA Staff members are doing innovative work on behalf of Veterans. Catch stories on the latest research, technology, and human interest stories that concern you, the Veteran. Also, read interesting features on some of the incredible stories of Veterans.
Welcoming a New Lactation Pod at Greenville VA Health Care System
The Durham VA Health Care System proudly revealed its first lactation pod for breastfeeding and pumping Veterans and staff.
Greenville VA Health Care Center Celebrates 10 Years of Serving Veterans
Employees, Veterans, and their caregivers gathered to celebrate the 10th year anniversary of the Greenville VA Health Care Center. Leaders hosted a Veteran resource fair and held a small celebration to commemorate the milestone.
First Renal Denervation performed at Durham VA Medical Center
Durham VA Health Care System conducted the first Renal Denervation procedure in the Veterans Health Administration at the Durham VA Medical Center on December 15, 2023.
Durham VA Performs Second Watchman Procedure in North Carolina, First in VISN 6
On August 21, 2023, the Durham VA Health Care System achieved a significant medical milestone as it became the second hospital in North Carolina and the first facility in VA’s Mid-Atlantic Health Care Network to perform the Watchman FLX Left Atrial Appendage Closure Device procedure.
The Durham VA Health Care System is pleased to announce our newest Emerging Nurse Leadership Program (ENLP) Graduates!
The ENLP is an eight-month course of study that gives DVAHCS selected nurses a chance to learn techniques and processes that prepare them for Nurse Manager positions within our Network. Unlike some courses given within the DVAHCS, nurses must apply and be selected into the ENLP.
Croasdaile VA Clinic Opens for Veterans
As part of its effort to expand quality health care services to its Veterans, the Durham VA Health Care System opened a new clinic to meet the growing needs of Veterans within the Raleigh-Durham triangle. On Tuesday, August 15, 2023, the Croasdaile VA Clinic officially opened its doors to Veterans.
Bringing PACT Act to Veterans
Working with our County Veteran Service Officers is key to getting information about the PACT Act to our Veterans.
Room to Grow: GeroFit Expands Flagship Program
On Tuesday, June 28, 2023, representatives from eight VA health care systems joined Durham VA Health Care Innovators and Veteran participants at the Millennium Sports Club in Durham, North Carolina, for an inaugural event.
Durham VA, DUSON Celebrated Nurse Practitioner Residents' Completion of Residency Program
The Durham VA Health Care System and the Duke University School of Nursing presented the "Nurse Practitioner Residency Quality Improvement Presentations and Residency Completion" event on October 22 in the Pearson Building; a virtual option was available.
Sticking it Out: Acupuncture Helps Veteran Beat Addiction
The best way to reduce downtime when ill is to avoid becoming sick. VA adopted several initiatives through its Whole Health wellness program, using a variety of Complementary and Integrative Health (CIH) practices designed to keep people well, in addition to supporting recuperation and healing.
