Research

Why VA research matters

Research studies are crucial because they provide:

• A structured method to learn more about specific issues
• Answers to whether a treatment works
• Insights into which health care services are effective
• Chances to test the safety and effectiveness of drugs or equipment
• Solutions on how to best treat or prevent illnesses

Join a research study

VA researchers rely on volunteers for their studies. If you choose to volunteer, you can change your mind at any time and your decision to participate will not impact your VA benefits. 

Volunteer for a Madison VA research study

Learn about completed Madison VA research studies

Geriatrics Research Education and Clinical Center

Geriatrics Research Education and Clinical Center (GRECC) is a national center of excellence in aging and care for older Veterans. It  provides education for health professionals trained in geriatrics. 

GRECC maintains a strong partnership with the University of Wisconsin's Division of Geriatrics and Gerontology and the Wisconsin Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center. 

GRECC specialty clinics:

• Geriatrics primary care
• Geriatric comprehensive assessment clinic
• Osteoporosis
• Geriatric psychiatry
• Memory assessment/dementia
• Geriatric sleep study
• Palliative care
• Inpatient geriatrics consultation