Stories

Within the grounds of the Phoenix VA Health Care System lies a garden of smiles, not always immediately apparent but a piece of art surrounding the Phoenix VA.

The Phoenix VA Health Care System participated in the 2024 Wickenburg Stand Down sponsored by the American Legion Post 12 and Wickenburg Elk's Lodge #2160 in Wickenburg, Ariz., on Jan. 20 to bring VA services to over 200 Veterans in the local area.

The Phoenix VA Health Care System partnered with the Arizona Humane society for the first time in hosting a free pet clinic for Veterans at the Carl T. Hayden VAMC, Jan. 19.

The Phoenix VA Health Care System held a Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. holiday celebration for Veterans and employees at the Carl T. Hayden VA Medical Center on Jan. 11., ahead of the national holiday, Jan. 15.

Veterans at the Phoenix VA Community Living Center received some special holiday cheer, as part of a combined effort with Corte Bella and DAV Post 1, Dec. 25.

The Phoenix VA Healthcare System recognized patient advocates during a ceremony at the 32nd Street Outpatient Clinic on Nov. 22.

The Phoenix VA honored Pearl Harbor Veterans by placing a wreath during a ceremony at Wesley Bolin Memorial Park commemorating the 82nd anniversary of the attack at Pearl Harbor, Dec. 9.

Phoenix VA had their official grand opening ribbon cutting for “Bliss Healthy Mexican,” a healthy Mexican alternative option for Veterans and employees in the cafeteria, Dec. 4.

Veteran caregivers should never feel they are alone in their efforts to take care of their loved ones. If you are a caregiver for a Veteran, you are an essential part of the VA’s mission.

Brian J. Igel, M.D., Phoenix VA radiology chief, is the first recipient to receive the VISN 22 Radiologist of the Year Imaging Integrated Clinical Community (ICC) award, which recognizes and honors exceptional contributions by employees in providing high quality healthcare services to Veterans.