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Read about what's happening in our VA North Florida/South Georgia health care community.
Dr. Samara Martinez is no stranger to military culture and what it means to serve. Born at Darnall Army Hospital at Fort Cavazos, formerly Fort Hood, her family’s military lineage dating back to World War II shaped her passion for the work she does today.
The North Florida / South Georgia Veterans Health Systems’ Suicide Prevention Program was recognized by Dr. Shereef Elnahal, Under Secretary for Health, announcing the winners of the 2024 VHA award for outstanding performance in the National Community Partnership Challenge, June 26, 2024.
TAMPA, Fla. – The VA Sunshine Healthcare Network (VISN 8) accepted a donation of more than $105K from the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Auxiliary, Dept. of Florida, during the organization’s summer conference on June 15 in Orlando, Fla.
The North Florida/South Georgia VA Health System is leading the way with the number of Veterans Health Administration Diffusion of Excellence Shark Tank applicants who will be advancing to the semifinals.
The North Florida / South Georgia Veterans Health System (NF/SGVHS) offers countless programs to Veterans throughout North Florida and South Georgia.
TAMPA, Fla. – The VA Sunshine Healthcare Network (VISN 8) Clinical Contact Center, also known as VA Health Connect, serviced it’s 10 millionth call this week marking a significant milestone for the organization.
On June 12th the National Office of Nursing Services (ONS) Director, Dr. Jennifer Strawn, and the VISN 8 Chief Nursing Officer, Rebecca Tiffault, visited the Malcom Randall VA Medical Center to interact with leadership and visit clinical staff.
North Florida/South Georgia VA Healthcare System wishes Mr. William Cummings a happy 100th birthday! The Lake City Home Based Primary Care team and Chaplain Andrew Buehner met William and his family in Worthington Springs at his home to celebrate and honor him on his special day.
Gainesville, Fla. – The North Florida/South Georgia Veterans Health System held a Wreath Laying Ceremony at the Malcom Randall VAMC on May 15, 2024, as part of Police Week events to honor law enforcement officers who lost their lives in the line of duty and to honor those who continue to serve.
The University of Florida Gators Head Football Coach, Billy Napier, has partnered with the Gainesville Fisher House today while donating five special edition UF Gator’s football jerseys which are set to be sold at auction, May 25.