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The James H. Quillen VA Medical Center (JHQVAMC) has become a pioneer within the Veterans Health Administration by becoming only the second VA Medical Center to perform complex atrial fibrillation ablations without an on-site Cardiothoracic Surgery unit.
This is a moment to acknowledge and celebrate the exceptional work being done for lung cancer patients at James H. Quillen VA Medical Center (JHQVAMC). The unwavering commitment and dedication to providing top-notch care are truly commendable.
This week, Gail Lites, Health Education Specialist from the Resuscitation Education and Innovation (REdI) Program Office, visited the James H. Quillen VA Medical Center to honor a local hero, Carrie Kiersnowski, RN.
In 1925, a year filled with remarkable events and cultural shifts, Calvin Coolidge was President of the United States, Babe Ruth was infamously fined $5000 and suspended for missing batting practice, "The Great Gatsby" was published, and the Pittsburgh Pirates won the World Series.
In honor of the 250th birthday of the United States Army, we are proud to commemorate two and a half centuries of unwavering service and dedication to the nation. Embracing the theme "This Weโll Defend," we invite our partners and community to celebrate this historic milestone with us.
๐Honoring a True Hero: Mr. Atwell's WWII Service and 100th Birthday! ๐
On April 9th, Recreational Therapy kicked off the 2nd annual Dipโs Ice Cream truck visits for our Community Living Center (CLC) Veterans at the James H. Quillen VA Medical Center.
On April 12, 2025, the James H. Quillen VA Medical Center held its Annual Volunteer Banquet at the Carnegie Hotel in Johnson City, TN.
Dr. Jennifer Pearcy, PT, DPT, OCS, GSC, FAAOMPT was selected as Clinical Educator of the Year by the Tennessee Physical Therapy Association!
We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the ETSU women's basketball team, Taylor Parsonsโ2019 Miss Tennessee Teen, and Anna Grace Parlapianoโreigning Greene County Fairest of the Fair and 2023 Miss Tennessee Teen, for their recent visit during the 2025 National Salute to Veteran Patients.
