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A Wisconsin Veteran who served as a nurse during World War II celebrated her 100th birthday Wednesday, and the Milwaukee VA Medical Center helped her celebrate.

WWII nurse Veteran with 1,0,0, balloons and old 2nd Lt photo celebrates birthday

A pharmacist and a social worker who work tirelessly to meet the needs of Veterans were honored with the Milwaukee VA Medical Center’s Employee of the Year and ICARE Champion of the Year awards.

Photo of award winners holding plaques

“Eww, I don’t like yogurt,” said U.S. Navy Veteran Thomas Dunn.

Veterans participate in cooking class with dietitian

An all-virtual diabetes management program at the Milwaukee VA is seeing great success, with Veterans lowering their A1cs and weight while weaning themselves from insulin and enjoying the benefits of a healthy lifestyle.

Pharmacist meeting virtually with Veteran

Leroy Stoehr is turning 100 on Friday, March 17. And he’s not sure how he got here.

Leroy Stoehr holding up a photo of himself from 1945.

The power of teamwork was on display recently when a trio of Milwaukee VA Medical Center nurses – all working virtually – helped save a Veteran in distress.

Picture of Anna Baker, Alex Gillen and Irene Baumann

When Veterans share their memories of Dr. Jacqueline Bethany, it is obvious her legacy will continue to affect Veterans for years to come.

Veterans present Bethany Award poster to Whole Health employees

A Milwaukee VA Medical Center surgeon will be traveling to South America in March to share his medical expertise as part of the prestigious Fulbright Program.

Doctors looking at computer screen

When Harry met Mary Ann, she was a young nurse at the Milwaukee VA Medical Center and he was working at O’Hare International Airport and dabbling in ham radio communication with no intention of joining the military.

Mary Ann and Harry Rauworth pose in their home

"Curling is intended to be camaraderie-building."

Veterans in wheelchairs curling