News Releases
Get the latest news from the VA Orlando VA Medical Center and clinics. For more information about VA Orlando health care, contact our Public Affairs Office at 407-631-4436.
OVAHCS to Host VA Event at Lake Baldwin – Nov. 18
November 15, 2023Orlando, Fla. – Orlando VA Healthcare System (OVAHCS) proudly announces a vibrant celebration in honor of Native American Heritage Month, paying homage to the rich tapestry of indigenous cultures that have shaped our nation.
Orlando VA Healthcare System Recognizes November as National Family Caregivers Month
November 03, 2023Orlando Fla. — The Orlando VA Healthcare System (OVAHCS) is proud to join the Nation in celebrating National Family Caregivers Month this November, highlighting the theme "The Year of the Caregiver: Honoring the Whole Caregiver."
Orlando VA Healthcare System to Host Virtual Health Resource Center Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, Friday, November 3, 2023
November 01, 2023Orlando, Fla. — The Orlando VA Healthcare System's (OVAHCS) Connected Care program is hosting a My HealtheVet (MHV) 20th Anniversary Celebration and Outreach Event located in the East corridor near the Canteen at the Orlando VA Medical Center.
Orlando VA Healthcare System to Host Veterans Day Ceremony Thursday, November 9, 2023
October 19, 2023Orlando, Fla. — The Orlando VA Healthcare System (OVAHCS) will host a Veterans Day Ceremony, on Thursday, November 9, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at the new amphitheater, located at the back of the Orlando VA Medical Center next to the Community Living Center, in Lake Nona, Orlando FL.
OVAHCS to Host Hiring Event for RNs and LPNs – Nov 4.
October 12, 2023Daytona Beach, Fla. – The Orlando VA Health Care System (OVAHCS) is hiring registered nurses (RNs) and licensed practical nurses (LPNs) to work at the William V. Chappell, Jr. Veterans’ Outpatient Clinic (Daytona Beach Multispecialty Clinic) and all other OVAHCS sites of care.
OVAHCS to Host VA Enrollment & Health Fair – Oct. 24
October 03, 2023The Orlando VA Healthcare System (OVAHCS) will host a PACT Act event on Tuesday, October 24, 2023, from 2:00 – 6:00 p.m. at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex located at 700 South Victory Way, Orlando, FL 34747. Free parking and parking assistance will be available.
Hurricane Idalia Update; Important Information for Veterans Ahead of the Storm
August 29, 2023Orlando, FL - In preparation for the potential impacts of Hurricane Idalia, we have activated our VA medical center emergency operations center and are engaged in taking necessary actions to ensure the safety of our patients and staff.
OVAHCS to Host Summer VetFest PACT Act Event at Barnett Park Recreation Center Aug. 3.
July 13, 2023The Orlando VA Healthcare System (OVAHCS) will host a PACT Act event on Thursday, August 3, 2023.
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Marks Launch of New Technology-Based Eye Care Services (TECS) Program at the Orlando VA Healthcare System
June 20, 2023The Orlando VA Healthcare System (OVAHCS) will host a ribbon cutting ceremony tomorrow, Wednesday, June 21, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at the Lake Baldwin VA Clinic in Orlando, Fla., for its new Technology-Based Eye Care Services Program (TECS).
9 Veterans from the Orlando VA Healthcare System Adaptive Sports program bring home 17 medals and 4 ribbons from the 2023 Golden Age Games
June 05, 2023Nine veteran athletes from the Orlando VA Health Care System (OVAHCS) adaptive sports program recently traveled to Des Moines, IA to compete at the National Veterans Golden Age Games.