Stories

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary Doug Collins, toured the Evansville VA Health Care Center in Evansville, Indiana. The visit included a leadership round table with local Marion VA Executives, VISN 15 Deputy Director, as well as Senator Jim Banks, and Congressman Mark Messmer.

It is time to tighten your shoelaces for the annual VA2K event hosted by the Marion VA and Evansville Outpatient Clinic!

A Heartfelt Thank You! A Message of Appreciation from a Marine Corps Purple Heart Veteran to VA Leadership.

Hannah Cunningham is a member of the next generation of VA Health Care Providers. She shares her story with us about her journey in this field and experiences with the VA Nurse Practitioner Residency Program.

When I first stepped into the role of Veteran Experience Officer for the Marion VA Health Care System in May 2023, our Trust Score stood at 91.8%, and we were ranked 5th in our region (VISN). Fast forward to today, and I am proud to report that our Trust Score has surged to first place with 94.4%.

At 101 years old—and soon to turn 102 in a few days—Clyde Edwards is a living testament to a century of service, survival, and unexpected kindness. Recently, this World War II veteran sat down to share his story, his voice steady with the humility and strength that define him.

At 98—and soon to be 99—Mr. Gentry stands as a living testament to a generation that marched into history with courage, heart, and enough wit to brighten even the toughest days.

Eating Disorder Awareness Week (EDAW) 2025 is scheduled for February 24 through March 2, 2025. This annual campaign aims to educate the public about the realities of eating disorders and provide hope and visibility to individuals and families affected by these conditions.

We’re thrilled to share that the Marion VA Medical Center, part of the Marion VA Health Care System, has earned the highest CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) star rating in Southern Illinois for patient experience—a solid four stars.

February is Heart Health Month. Why does the heart get an entire month dedicated to it? Is it that hungry for attention? Delusions of grandeur? We wish it were this comical, but unfortunately the reality is less kind.