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Pittsburgh VA Medical Center-University Drive

Our University Drive campus provides primary care and specialty health services, including hearing care, sleep studies, cardiac surgery and oncology referral centers, and more. Get address and hours, parking and transportation information, and health services offered at Pittsburgh VA Medical Center-University Drive.

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Location and contact information

Address

University Drive C
Pittsburgh, PA 15240-1003

Phone numbers

Main phone: 866-482-7488
Mental health care: 412-360-6600

Clinical hours

  • Mon: 24/7
  • Tue: 24/7
  • Wed: 24/7
  • Thu: 24/7
  • Fri: 24/7
  • Sat: 24/7
  • Sun: 24/7
The entrance to the Pittsburgh VA Medical Center--University Drive

Prepare for your visit

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Cost: Free

On the busiest days, we require the use of our free valet service. To account for this, please allow extra time before your appointment.

Wheelchair availability: Pittsburgh VA Medical Center-University Drive has wheelchairs available upon arrival for patients who need them to access the building.

Van services for Veterans

DAV vans

Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., individual van schedules vary

We work with Disabled American Veterans and county Veterans Affairs directors to provide transportation for Veterans and authorized caregivers to get to scheduled medical appointments.

Non-DAV van services

Many localities in the region provide other van services to Veterans.

Learn more about DAV and the other van services available in your county

Shuttle service at University Drive

Cost: Free
Schedule: Monday through Friday, except holidays
See complete shuttle schedule

Shuttle routes serving this location

University Drive – Heinz
University Drive – Federal Building
University Drive – Fisher House

Local transportation services

Port Authority of Allegheny County

Bus
Light rail
ACCESS paratransit, serving people with limited mobility

Other services

Paratransit service (p.r.n. Health Service): 412-824-2181 or 1-800-860-8222

Transcare ambulance: 412-373-0200

Additional travel options

See our printable transportation guide for an extensive list of transportation options from across the region, including VA shuttles, taxi companies, and local transit services in many counties. It also includes information on shuttle services to University Drive from other VA facilities in the region.

Beneficiary travel

Beneficiary travel benefits include round-trip transportation from your home to the medical center, mileage reimbursement, or special mode transport. 

Find out if you qualify for beneficiary travel benefits

Hours

Lobby entrance: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

General visiting: Visitation is restricted at this time because of the coronavirus. For the most up-to-date information, see VAPHS Operating Status.

Behavioral health inpatient wards

By appointment in Behavioral Health between 1 and 2 p.m. and 6 and 7:30 p.m. Visits limited to 30 minutes.

Critical care

Visiting hours are individualized to meet the needs of the patient, family and caregivers.

Post-anesthesia recovery

Generally, visitors are not permitted. The doctor or nurse may make an exception.

Visitor policies

Help keep COVID-19 out of our facility.

  • Do not visit if you are sick - If you have a cold, cough, runny nose, sore throat, muscle aches or fever, please do not come into the facility.
  • Clean your hands - Clean hands with sanitizer before entering and after leaving.

See VA Pittsburgh's full visitation policy

Visitors are not permitted to stay overnight in the medical center itself. Here are some other options.

Accommodations solely for Veterans and families

VA Hoptel and lodging program

Temporary overnight lodging for eligible Veterans for outpatient medical procedures.

More info
Phone: 412-360-6233

Fisher House

A place for visiting families to stay, free of charge, while their loved ones receive inpatient medical care.

More info: http://www.pittsburghfisherhouse.org/
Phone: 412-360-2032

Family House

A special home away from home for patients and/or families who travel to Pittsburgh for treatment of serious or life-threatening illnesses. Family House has four locations in the area.

More info: http://www.familyhouse.org/
Phone: 412-647-7777

Nearby hotels

When booking, ask for the hospital rate. Many hotels have shuttle service to VA hospitals. Check with the hotel you’re staying at.

NOTE: These links are provided for your convenience only. VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System does not endorse and is not responsible for the content on the linked web sites.

Visit Pittsburgh

The official tourism and promotion agency for Pittsburgh and Allegheny County has up-to-date listings for area hotels, as well as activities, transportation, restaurants, shops and more. http://www.visitpittsburgh.com/

Food and drink

Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) Patriot Café

Serving hot and cold entrees, beverages and desserts.

Ground floor
Hours
Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Closed weekends

VCS Patriot Brew (Starbucks)

Serving a variety of pastries, light sandwiches and beverages.

First floor
To the right of Release of Information.
Hours
Monday – Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. 
Closed Sunday

Vending machines

Drinks and snacks are available around the clock.

Banking

VA Pittsburgh Employees Federal Credit Union

Retail

The Patriot Store 

A full-service retail store with such products as electronics, cosmetics, toiletries, and clothing. Purchases are tax-free.

Ground floor
Hours
Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Sunday, 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Veterans have access to traditional library services at University Drive:

  • Newspapers, books and magazines
  • Internet access
  • Assistance with researching and reference
  • Borrowing books
  • Veteran and family consumer health materials

Consolidation building
2nd floor
Phone: 412-360-3054
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Building 29
Second floor
Hours: 24/7

Chaplains

When you’re admitted, you can request or decline visits by a VA chaplain. Our chaplains provide spiritual, pastoral, and emotional care for you and your family, in accordance with your own beliefs and practices. This includes locating clergy or religious leaders in the community for needs that our chaplain staff cannot meet.

Interfaith chapel

The chapel is open to anyone at any time for quiet meditation and reflection. The chapel also hosts regularly scheduled services for many denominations. Services are recorded and broadcast at University Drive on channel 81.

Learn how to request chaplain services during your stay at VA Pittsburgh.

Use these maps to help you get around the campus.

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Health services offered here

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Addiction and substance use care

We can help you overcome substance use problems from unhealthy alcohol use to life-threatening addiction. We match our services—like counseling, group therapy or medication—to your specific needs.

Contact information

Center for Treatment of Addictive Disorders (CTAD)
Consolidation building First floor, Check-in area 3
Hours
  • Mon. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Tue. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Wed. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Thu. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Fri. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Sat. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Sun. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Residential program
Outpatient program
Opioid Substitution Therapy Clinic
Building 1 First floor
Hours
  • Mon. 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. ET
  • Tue. 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. ET
  • Wed. 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. ET
  • Thu. 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. ET
  • Fri. 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. ET
  • Sat. Closed
  • Sun. Closed
Phone
Appointments

Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first.

Phone
Schedule an appointment online

Our Center for Treatment of Addictive Disorders (CTAD) offers both residential and outpatient treatment for substance use problems. Some of our services include:

  • Alcohol screening
  • Abuse counseling
  • Outpatient detox
  • Opiate abuse counseling, suboxone therapy, and polysubstance abuse counseling
  • Pre-operative evaluations
  • Management of care for patients who require opiate therapy for pain control and who need close follow-up and monitoring

Audiology and speech

Common conditions: tinnitus, vertigo, hearing loss, vestibular conditions, swallowing conditions
We diagnose and treat conditions affecting your hearing, speech or balance. These include hearing loss, tinnitus (noise or ringing the ears) & dizziness—also speech, language, voice or swallowing disorders.

Contact information

Consolidation Building Second floor
Hours
  • Mon. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Tue. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Wed. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Thu. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Fri. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Sat. Closed
  • Sun. Closed
Phone
Phone
Appointments

Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first.

Phone
Phone

Referral required? No

  • Hearing and balance evaluations
  • Hearing aid selection, management, and repair, and assistive listening device assessments
  • Evaluation, programming, and management for cochlear implants and bone-anchored implants
  • Auditory processing evaluations and treatment
  • Speech pathology services that help with speech, language, fluency, voice, cognitive communication, swallowing, stuttering, and laryngectomy

Learn more about VA hearing aids

COVID-19 vaccines

Common conditions: coronavirus, COVID-19
We offer COVID-19 vaccines to all Veterans enrolled in VA health care. This includes Veterans who live or travel outside of the U.S. and are eligible for the VA Foreign Medical Program.

Contact information

By appointment only. Your VA health care team will contact you if you're eligible to get a vaccine during this time.
Main Phone
Appointments

Your VA health care team will contact you if you’re eligible to get a vaccine during this time. As the supply of vaccine increases, we'll work with our care teams to let Veterans know their options.

Phone

Referral required? Yes

Walk-ins accepted? No

  • COVID-19 vaccines for eligible Veterans and staff

Learn more about COVID-19 vaccines at VA Pittsburgh health care

Cardiology

Common conditions: heart disease, high blood pressure, heart rhythm disorders, angina, vascular diseases
Our cardiology specialists offer advanced treatment and care for conditions affecting your heart and blood vessels, including heart disease, stroke, heart rhythm disorders and high blood pressure.

Contact information

Main hospital, Building 1
Hours
  • Mon. 6:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
  • Tue. 6:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
  • Wed. 6:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
  • Thu. 6:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
  • Fri. 6:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
  • Sat. On call
  • Sun. On call
On call 24/7
Phone
Appointments

Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first.

Phone

We perform non-invasive tests and minimally invasive cardiac catheterizations in state of the art lab facilities, and we treat you with the most effective medications. Our doctors can provide:

  • Evaluation for coronary heart disease, heart valve disease, and heart defects
  • Determining how well blood flows through heart vessels or the cause of heart failure
  • Non-surgical or minimally invasive operations to open and support heart vessels, such as balloon angioplasty or stents
  • Non-invasive monitoring to look for changes in heart rhythm

Learn more about cardiology at VA Pittsburgh

Critical care

If you or a Veteran you care about has a life-threatening injury, infection, illness or breathing problem, we offer comprehensive care and constant monitoring in our intensive care units (ICUs).

Contact information

Main hospital, Building 1
Hours
  • Mon. 24/7
  • Tue. 24/7
  • Wed. 24/7
  • Thu. 24/7
  • Fri. 24/7
  • Sat. 24/7
  • Sun. 24/7
3E Critical Care Unit
4E Medical ICU
3A Surgical ICU
5A Step Down Unit
Appointments

Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first.

Main Phone

Referral required? No

Walk-ins accepted? No

  • Treatment for complications from surgery
  • Treatment related to accidents or infections
  • Care for severe breathing problems
  • A Step Down Unit for patients recently discharged from critical care or who need greater care than a standard medical unit.

Dermatology

Common conditions: psoriasis, eczema, skin cancer, acne, rosacea, allergic skin diseases, ulcers
Our dermatologists offer expert treatment for a range of conditions that affect your skin, hair and nails—from acne to psoriasis to skin cancer. We also offer skin cancer screening and education.

Contact information

Main hospital, Building 1 Suite C
Hours
  • Mon. 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
  • Tue. 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
  • Wed. 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
  • Thu. 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
  • Fri. 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
  • Sat. Closed
  • Sun. Closed
Phone
Appointments

Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first.

Phone

We offer regular clinic visits and dermatologic surgery for Veterans. Our three full-time and six part-time board-certified dermatologists provide:

  • Treatment of medically necessary skin conditions, including skin cancer and rashes
  • Referrals for complex conditions
  • Teledermatology, which provides patients with quick access to expert opinions

Emergency care

In an emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest VA or non-VA emergency department. We provide immediate treatment for serious, life-threatening health emergencies such as severe chest pain, seizures, heavy uncontrollable bleeding or moderate to severe burns.

Contact information

Building 1 First Floor
Hours
  • Mon. 24/7
  • Tue. 24/7
  • Wed. 24/7
  • Thu. 24/7
  • Fri. 24/7
  • Sat. 24/7
  • Sun. 24/7
Emergency services
Phone
Appointments

In an emergency, you do not need an appointment. Call 911 or walk in.

Phone

Walk-ins accepted? Yes

We treat patients daily for a broad spectrum of emergencies. These include:

  • Life-threatening illnesses and injuries that require immediate attention
  • Mental health conditions

Gastroenterology

Common conditions: reflux, GERD, Barrett's esophagus, endoscopy, colonoscopy
Our gastrointestinal (GI) specialists offer screening and treatment for conditions affecting your GI tract, gallbladder, liver and pancreas—like reflux, Crohn’s disease, hepatitis and pancreatitis.

Contact information

Outpatient gastrointestinal (GI) clinics
Main hospital, Building 1 8-West
Hours
  • Mon. 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
  • Tue. 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
  • Wed. 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
  • Thu. 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
  • Fri. 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
  • Sat. Closed
  • Sun. Closed
Phone
GI outpatient procedure lab
Main Hospital, Building 1 3-West, ASU Check in area
Hours
  • Mon. 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET
  • Tue. 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET
  • Wed. 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET
  • Thu. 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET
  • Fri. 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET
  • Sat. Closed
  • Sun. Closed
Scheduling or canceling
Procedure/preparation questions
Appointments

Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first.

Scheduling or canceling

Staff in our gastroenterology department can provide the following treatments:

  • Colonoscopy
  • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD)
  • Manometry studies
  • Endoscopic ultrasound and Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
  • Small bowel capsule endoscopy
  • 24-hour pH studies

Geriatrics

Common conditions: memory problems, sleep problems, falls, bone loss, weight loss
As you age, we offer a range of medical and support services to help you stay as healthy, active and independent as possible. We also offer help to family members and caregivers who may support you.

Contact information

Geriatric Research Education and Clinical Center (GRECC)
Research Office Building, Building 30
Hours
  • Mon. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Tue. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Wed. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Thu. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Fri. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Sat. Closed
  • Sun. Closed
Phone
Appointments

Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first.

Phone

Our Geriatric Evaluation and Management Clinic (GEM) offers outpatient-based comprehensive geriatric assessments and care coordination for you or a senior Veteran in your care. We accept referrals from any doctor. Our team of specialists provides geriatric-specific:

  • Medicine and nursing
  • Psychology, psychiatry, and social work
  • Physical and occupational therapy

Gynecology

Our specialists offer reproductive health care services for women Veterans, including contraception, pregnancy care and fertility treatment.

Contact information

Women's Health Clinic
Main hospital, Building 1 First floor, Room 1A175
Hours
  • Mon. Closed
  • Tue. 8:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
  • Wed. Closed
  • Thu. Closed
  • Fri. 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
  • Sat. Closed
  • Sun. Closed
Phone
Phone
Appointments

Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first.

Phone
Phone

Referral required? Yes

Walk-ins accepted? No

We provide evaluation and treatment for:

  • Abnormal Pap test
  • Abnormal uterine bleeding
  • Infertility
  • Pelvic pain
  • Gynecologic cancers

HIV/hepatitis care

Common conditions: HIV/AIDS, hepatitis A/B/C
If you have a diagnosis of HIV or hepatitis A, B or C, we can provide you with the latest treatment methods and support. We also offer prevention education and testing for these infectious diseases.

Contact information

Building 1 First floor pharmacy
Hours
  • Mon. 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
  • Tue. 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
  • Wed. 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
  • Thu. 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
  • Fri. 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
  • Sat. Closed
  • Sun. Closed
Phone
Appointments

Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first.

Phone

Referral required? Yes

Walk-ins accepted? No

We offer compassionate care to patients living with HIV or hepatitis. Services we offer include: 

  • Hepatitis C screenings
  • HIV testing
  • HIV counseling
  • HIV treatment and prevention care, including PEP (post-exposure prophylaxis)

Intimate partner violence support

If you feel that you or a loved one are in or may be in a potentially abusive or violent relationship, we can help.

Contact information

Intimate Partner Violence Champion
Hours
  • Mon. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Tue. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Wed. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Thu. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Fri. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Sat. Closed
  • Sun. Closed
Phone
National Domestic Violence 24-hour Hotline
Hours
  • Mon. 24/7
  • Tue. 24/7
  • Wed. 24/7
  • Thu. 24/7
  • Fri. 24/7
  • Sat. 24/7
  • Sun. 24/7
Phone
TTY
Appointments

Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first.

Phone

Referral required? No

The Veteran population is at greater risk for experiencing and/or using violence in their intimate relationships than the civilian population. Contact us for help with:

  • Emotional intimate partner violence (IPV), which commonly begins before other types of IPV
  • Physical IPV
  • Sexual IPV, whether by physical force or by trying to convince a partner 
  • Stalking, which includes continuous unwanted contact, following, talking, or sending things
  • Threats of violence

Intimate Partner Violence can affect both men and women.  VAPHS has an IPVAP coordinator that can assist Veterans, significant others, and employees who use violence or who experience violence in their relationships connect with VA and community resources.  To connect with the IPVAP Coordinator, please call 412-822-2359

LGBTQ+ Veteran care

If you're a Veteran who identifies as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning, or a related identity, we’re committed to serving your needs. The LGBTQ+ Veteran care coordinator at your VA health care facility can help you get the care you need in a safe, sensitive environment.

Contact information

Phone
Phone
Appointments

Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first.

Phone
Phone

Our LGBTQ+ Veteran care coordinators can answer your questions, advocate for your right to quality care, handle complaints or concerns you have about your care, and help you get started with any of our services for LGBTQ+ Veterans. These include:

  • Mental health services, including psychosocial assessments for hormone therapy and gender confirming surgeries
  • Creative arts therapies
  • Hormone therapy
  • Gender-affirming prosthetics
  • HIV and STI testing, counseling, and care, including PEP (post-exposure prophylaxis) and PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) for Veterans at risk for HIV
  • Other prevention, screening, wellness, and testing services

Learn more and connect with a care coordinator

Laboratory and pathology

We offer blood tests and other advanced testing services to help you and your VA health care team monitor your health, find and understand any health problems and make informed treatment decisions.

Contact information

First and second floors
Hours
  • Mon. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Tue. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Wed. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Thu. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Fri. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Sat. Closed
  • Sun. Closed
Phone
Appointments

Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first.

Phone

Our comprehensive laboratories provide a full range of clinical and diagnostic testing services. We offer:

  • Analysis of blood, urine, and other bodily fluids for disease management
  • Testing for infectious diseases

Mental health care

Common conditions: addiction, depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, OCD
If you’re struggling with issues like PTSD, depression, grief, anger or trauma, we offer counseling and other support. All VA health care facilities offer same-day help. You may qualify even without enrolling in VA health care.

Contact information

Behavioral health services
Consolidation building
Hours
  • Mon. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Tue. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Wed. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Thu. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Fri. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Sat. Closed
  • Sun. Closed
Some appointments may be available at other hours.
Phone
Appointments

Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first.

Phone

The Behavioral Health Department offers both inpatient and outpatient services, including telehealth appointments. We provide consultation, evaluation, and treatment for a variety of issues impacting emotional well-being. Our services are confidential and include:

  • Psychiatry
  • Psychology
  • Homeless Veterans services
  • Tobacco cessation
  • Treatment for addictive disorders, including residential rehabilitation treatment programs
  • Transition and care management for returning Veterans (OIF/OEF/OND)

Learn more and connect with a care coordinator

Military sexual trauma care

Military sexual trauma can happen to both genders. If you experienced sexual assault or harassment during military service—no matter when you served—we provide counseling and treatment.

Contact information

Behavioral Health Services
Consolidation Building (Building 29)
Hours
  • Mon. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Tue. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Wed. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Thu. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Fri. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Sat. Closed
  • Sun. Closed
Phone
Appointments

Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first.

Phone

We provide care for military sexual trauma in our mental (behavioral) health clinics. Our services include: 

  • Counseling
  • Psychiatric care
  • Walk-in care

Learn more about military sexual trauma

Minority Veteran care

We offer resources and support for minority Veterans to help address your specific needs with benefits and services at VA.

Contact information

Minority Veterans Program
Hours
  • Mon. 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
  • Tue. 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
  • Wed. 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
  • Thu. 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
  • Fri. 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
  • Sat. Closed
  • Sun. Closed
Phone

Email
heather.steele@va.gov
Appointments

Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first.

Phone

Our Minority Veterans Program serves all Veterans, including African Americans, Asian Americans, Hispanic Americans and Native Americans, including American Indians, Alaskan Natives, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Island Americans. We focus on: 

  • Management of the medical center in their efforts to address the needs of minority Veterans
  • The needs of minority Veterans in the local community
  • Identifying barriers and creating a more accessible environment for minority Veterans
  • Informing Veterans of VA benefits, services, and programs

Learn more and connect with a care coordinator 

My HealtheVet coordinator

Your My HealtheVet coordinator can help you start using the VA online portal to manage your appointments and records, refill prescriptions, view your lab and test results and communicate with your health care team.

Contact information

Registration desk
Building 1 Room 1C-107
Hours
  • Mon. 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
  • Tue. 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
  • Wed. 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
  • Thu. 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
  • Fri. 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
  • Sat. Closed
  • Sun. Closed
Phone
Fax
Appointments

Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first.

Phone

Care we provide at VA Pittsburgh health care

My HealtheVet coordinators provide assistance with My HealtheVet by phone or in person. They can give you:

  • Answers to your questions about My HealtheVet
  • Help with in-person authentication (IPA), which is required for some features of My HealtheVet (also available in person)
  • Help resolving issues with your account

Nephrology

Common conditions: Dialysis, kidney disease, high blood pressure, hypertension
Our specialists offer you advanced care for kidney-related diseases like chronic kidney disease, high blood pressure and fluid and electrolyte problems. We also provide dialysis and related support.

Contact information

Main hospital, Building 1 7 East, Room 129
Hours
  • Mon. 5:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
  • Tue. 5:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
  • Wed. 5:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
  • Thu. 5:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
  • Fri. 5:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
  • Sat. 5:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
  • Sun. Closed
Phone
Appointments

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Phone

Referral required? Yes

Walk-ins accepted? No

  • Pre End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) education
  • Onsite dialysis (inpatient and outpatient) and home dialysis and training (Peritoneal and Hemodialysis)
  • Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT)
  • Home patient monitoring
  • Kidney transplant evaluation and post-transplant care

Nutrition, food, and dietary care

Our nutrition experts work closely with you and your care team to help make sure you’re getting the nutrition you need to get and stay as healthy as possible.

Contact information

Hours
  • Mon. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Tue. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Wed. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Thu. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Fri. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Sat. Closed
  • Sun. Closed
Main Phone
Appointments

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Phone
Schedule an appointment online

Care we provide at VA Pittsburgh health care

We offer information, resources, and counseling on:

  • Diabetes
  • Gastrointestinal disorders
  • Heart disease
  • Weight gain or loss
  • High or low blood pressure
  • Gastrointestinal surgery

Ophthalmology

Common conditions: cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetic eye disease
Our ophthalmology specialists diagnose and provide medical and surgical care for conditions that affect your eyes—like cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy.

Contact information

Main hospital, Building 1 1-East
Hours
  • Mon. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Tue. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Wed. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Thu. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Fri. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Sat. Closed
  • Sun. Closed
Phone
Appointments

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Phone

We offer comprehensive evaluation of ocular diseases, including subspecialty services, such as the evaluation and treatment for issues related to:

  • Retina
  • Cornea
  • Glaucoma
  • Oculoplastics

Optometry

Common conditions: vision exams, prescription eyeglasses, contact lenses
Our optometrists offer you routine eye exams, preventive vision testing and treatment for conditions like glaucoma. We also provide prescriptions for eyeglasses and other assistive devices.

Contact information

Main hospital, Building 1 1-East
Hours
  • Mon. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Tue. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Wed. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Thu. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Fri. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Sat. Closed
  • Sun. Closed
Phone
Appointments

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Phone

Referral required? No

  • Comprehensive evaluation of ocular diseases
  • Subspecialty services such as retina, cornea, and glaucoma evaluation and treatment
  • Low vision services
  • Diabetic eye exams

Orthopedics

Common conditions: arthritis, musculoskeletal disorders, tendon and ligament repair, joint replacement
Our orthopedists offer advanced care and treatment for issues related to muscles, bones and joints, including arthritis, disorders of the muscles and bones, tendon and ligament repair and joint replacement.

Contact information

Orthopedic surgery
Main hospital, Building 1 2 West Surgical clinics, 6 East Surgical clinics
Hours
  • Mon. 24/7
  • Tue. 24/7
  • Wed. 24/7
  • Thu. 24/7
  • Fri. 24/7
  • Sat. 24/7
  • Sun. 24/7
Phone
Appointments

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Appointments

Our orthopedics specialists use both surgical and nonsurgical means to treat diseases and disorders of the musculoskeletal system. Conditions they address include:

  • Musculoskeletal trauma
  • Degenerative diseases
  • Sports injuries

PTSD care

If you have symptoms of PTSD after a traumatic event, we can help. We offer assessment and treatment support such as private counseling, group therapy and medication. It’s never too late to get help.

Contact information

Consolidation building First floor
Hours
  • Mon. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Tue. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Wed. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Thu. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Fri. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Sat. Closed
  • Sun. Closed
Phone
Appointments

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Phone

Referral required? Yes

Walk-ins accepted? Yes

You can access these treatment options in at least one of our two medical centers:

  • Psychiatry (outpatient & inpatient) and psychology
  • Homeless Veterans services
  • Treatment for Addictive Disorders, including residential rehabilitation treatment program
  • Psychiatric residential rehabilitation treatment program
  • OIF/OEF/OND services

Patient advocates

VA wants to make sure that you get the best possible care. If you need help finding care or getting problems resolved, please contact a patient advocate.

Contact information

Hours
  • Mon. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Tue. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Wed. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Thu. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Fri. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Sat. Closed
  • Sun. Closed
Main Phone
Appointments

Main Phone

Our patient advocates work hard to make sure you receive the best possible care. They offer help with:

  • Patient concerns with the care team
  • Advocating for patient and family rights
  • Specialist advocacy for Former Prisoners of War, Minority Veterans, and OEF/OIF/OND transitioning Veterans

Learn more and connect with a patient advocate

Pharmacy

Our specialists provide a full range of services to help you get and understand your prescription medicines and supplies. You can refill VA prescriptions online, by phone or by mail.

Contact information

Pharmacy
Main hospital, Building 1
Hours
  • Mon. 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
  • Tue. 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
  • Wed. 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
  • Thu. 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
  • Fri. 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
  • Sat. 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
  • Sun. 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Holidays 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET
Phone
VISN 4 Nurse Triage Contact Call Center
Hours
  • Mon. 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
  • Tue. 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
  • Wed. 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
  • Thu. 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
  • Fri. 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
  • Sat. 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
  • Sun. 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Holidays 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. ET
VISN 4 Nurse Triage Contact Call Center
Appointments

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Pharmacy
Automated prescription refills (available 24/7)

Walk-ins accepted? No

  • New prescriptions available for in-person pick up
  • Refills online and by phone or mail
  • Safe disposal of medicines

Learn more about pharmacy services

Physical medicine and rehabilitation

Common conditions: pain, stroke, brain injury, neuromuscular disorders, musculoskeletal problems, sports injuries, spinal cord injuries
If you’re living with a traumatic brain injury, amputation or other disability, our specialists offer support to help you improve your independence and quality of life, manage pain and stay healthy.

Contact information

Main hospital, Building 1 10th floor, Room 10W141A
Hours
  • Mon. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Tue. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Wed. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Thu. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Fri. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Sat. Closed
  • Sun. Closed
Phone
Appointments

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Phone
  • Outpatient physical and occupational therapy
  • Physical medicine and rehabilitation
  • Blind and low vision services
  • Traumatic brain injury/polytrauma services
  • Geriatric evaluation & management
  • Wheelchair and power mobility services

Podiatry

Common conditions: arthritis, bunions, diabetic foot care, foot deformities, skin and nail conditions

Our podiatry specialists evaluate and treat a wide range of injuries, diseases and disorders that affect your feet and ankles—from ingrown toenails to inflammation to diabetic foot ulcers.

Contact information

Main hospital, Building 1
Hours
  • Mon. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Tue. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Wed. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Thu. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Fri. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Sat. Closed
  • Sun. Closed
Phone
Appointments

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Phone

Referral required? No

  • Arthritis care; foot and ankle fracture care
  • Repair of cartilage and torn tendons and ligaments
  • Injections to reduce pain and swelling
  • Joint arthroplasty and replacement
  • Minimally invasive surgery; rehabilitation
  • Foot health maintenance, including bunion removal, resurfacing, and nail trimming

Primary care

Your VA primary care provider will work closely with you to plan for all the care you need to stay healthy and well throughout your life, including immunizations and vaccinations. They will also work with family members or caregivers who support you.

Contact information

Primary Care Services
Building 1 1st Floor, Annex Area
Hours
  • Mon. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Tue. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Wed. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Thu. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Fri. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Sat. Closed
  • Sun. Closed
Phone
Appointments

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Phone

Referral required? No

Schedule an appointment online

Primary care is offered at all VA Pittsburgh health care facilities. Your primary care team can help coordinate many other services as part of your care, including:

  • Labs and blood work
  • Mental health care
  • Women's health care
  • Radiology
  • Social services
  • Telehealth

Prosthetics and rehabilitation

We provide and help you use medical aids, hearing aids, state-of-the-art adaptive home equipment and other equipment to help you preserve and increase your mobility and independence.

Contact information

10 West, Room 113
Hours
  • Mon. 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
  • Tue. 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
  • Wed. 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
  • Thu. 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
  • Fri. 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
  • Sat. Closed
  • Sun. Closed
Rehabilitation and prosthetics
Appointments

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Phone

Referral required? Yes

Walk-ins accepted? Yes

 Our prosthetics and sensory aids services include the following: 

  • Artificial limbs
  • Wheelchairs
  • Aids for the blind and hearing impaired
  • Adaptive equipment for vehicles; modifications to make the home handicapped accessible
  • Surgical implants
  • Other devices and services for mobility, dignity, and independence

Psychiatry

If you’re struggling with a mental health problem—or just need to talk with someone—we can help. We offer treatment and support such as therapy, alternative treatments  and medications when needed.

Contact information

Consolidation building First floor
Hours
  • Mon. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Tue. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Wed. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Thu. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Fri. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Sat. Closed
  • Sun. Closed
Phone
Appointments

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Phone

Referral required? Yes

Walk-ins accepted? Yes

Our psychiatry teams offer consultation, evaluation and treatment for Veterans dealing with:

  • Depression (including sadness and grief) and/or anxiety (including worry and nervousness)
  • Addictive behaviors
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder and combat related stress disorder
  • Emotional problems, such as managing anger, and relationship problems
  • Confused thinking, memory problems, and troublesome thoughts or ideas
  • Aggressive or self-harming behaviors

Psychology

If you’re struggling with a mental health problem—or just need to talk with someone—we can help. We offer treatment and support such as therapy, alternative treatments and medications when needed.

Contact information

Consolidation building First floor
Hours
  • Mon. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Tue. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Wed. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Thu. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Fri. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Sat. Closed
  • Sun. Closed
Phone
Appointments

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Phone

Referral required? Yes

Walk-ins accepted? Yes

Our psychology teams offer consultation, evaluation and treatment for Veterans dealing with:

  • Depression (including sadness and grief) and/or anxiety (including worry and nervousness)
  • Addictive behaviors
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder and combat related stress disorder
  • Emotional problems, such as managing anger, and relationship problems
  • Confused thinking, memory problems, and troublesome thoughts or ideas
  • Aggressive or self-harming behaviors

Radiology

We use imaging to help screen for, diagnose, and treat illness and injury. We provide X-rays and other imaging technologies.

Contact information

Hours
  • Mon. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Tue. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Wed. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Thu. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Fri. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Sat. Closed
  • Sun. Closed
Radiology
Appointments

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Phone
  • Xrays
  • Ultrasounds
  • Computer Tomography (CT)
  • Positron Emission Tomography (PET)
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

Recreation and creative arts therapy

We offer a wide range of activities (arts and crafts, games, sports, exercise) that we can adapt to your needs.

Contact information

Behavioral Health, Medical Office
Women's Health Clinic
Inpatient and outpatient referrals
Phone
Appointments

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Phone

Referral required? No

Walk-ins accepted? Yes

Care we provide at VA Pittsburgh health care

Recreation and Creative Arts Therapists (Art, Dance Movement, Drama, Music) conduct consult-driven assessments and provide inpatient, outpatient, and telehealth therapeutic interventions with Veterans. Therapist and Veterans collaborate on therapeutic goals to maintain/improve quality of life by identifying core problems, managing symptoms, and rehabilitating to the greatest extent possible. Our services include: 

  • Dance Movement Therapy for eating disorders, trauma including military sexual trauma, moral injury, pain & mood management
  • Drama Therapy for memory care, gender transition, behavioral challenges, pain & mood management
  • Music Therapy for hospice/palliative care, memory care, substance abuse, aphasia, sleep disorders, pain & mood management, adaptive music instruction
  • Recreation Therapy including adaptive sports, leisure education counseling, life skills management, social skills counseling, community integration/reintegration
  • Meaning recreation activities including cognitive skills maintenance, creative arts expression, physical exercise, and social activities

Registry exams

If you were exposed to toxic chemicals or other hazards during your military service, we offer you a free exam. This exam helps you identify potential health risks and helps us monitor issues so we can better serve you.

Contact information

Environmental Health Coordinator
Environmental Health Coordinator
Appointments

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Phone

Referral required? No

Walk-ins accepted? No

Care we provide at VA Pittsburgh health care

Registry exams, services, and care coordination for Veterans exposed to environmental hazards such as:

  • Ionizing radiation
  • Agent Orange
  • Gulf War hazards
  • Depleted Uranium (DU)
  • Toxic Embedded Fragment (shrapnel)
  • Airborne Hazards and Open Burn Pits

Suicide prevention

Call our Veterans Crisis Line at 988 and press 1 for free, private help anytime 24/7. Our local suicide prevention coordinators can also connect you with ongoing counseling and services.

Contact information

Consolidation building, Building 29 1M-109
Hours
  • Mon. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Tue. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Wed. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Thu. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Fri. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Sat. Closed
  • Sun. Closed
Call our Veterans Crisis Line at 800-273-8255 (select 1) for free, private help anytime 24/7.
Suicide prevention
Appointments

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Phone

Referral required? No

Walk-ins accepted? Yes

  • Suicide prevention care coordinators
  • Community Engagement and Partnership Coordinators
  • Gun safety locks

Learn more and connect with a care coordinator

Surgery

If you are having surgery, we make sure that your procedure and follow-up care are safe and high-quality.

Contact information

Surgery service
Main hospital, Building 1 3 West
Hours
  • Mon. 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
  • Tue. 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
  • Wed. 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
  • Thu. 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
  • Fri. 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
  • Sat. Closed
  • Sun. Closed
Phone
Questions or cancelations prior to surgery
Same Day Surgery Unit, Building 1 3 West
Phone
Appointments

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Phone

Care we provide at VA Pittsburgh

  • General surgery services
  • Anesthesia
  • Cardiac surgery
  • Neurosurgery
  • Orthopedic surgery
  • Transplantation

Learn more about surgery at VA Pittsburgh

Telehealth

With VA telehealth, you can get care from your health providers without having to travel. Get checkups and treatment, talk about your care and more—from home or elsewhere.

Contact information

Hours
  • Mon. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Tue. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Wed. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Thu. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Fri. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Sat. Closed
  • Sun. Closed
Phone
Appointments

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Phone

We use the latest in secure digital technology to provide remote visits with health care providers. Our telehealth technologies include video conferencing, home telehealth (which lets you send us vital health information, like blood pressure readings, over the phone or internet), and store-and-forward telehealth (which helps you send your health information to experts at VA facilities using secure technology). We offer telehealth visits with providers in these fields:

  • Mental health 
  • Retinal care 
  • Dermatology 
  • Rehabilitation 
  • Primary care

Toxic exposure screening

Common conditions: War-related exposure, open burn pit exposure, airborne hazards exposure, Gulf War-related exposure, Gulf War Illness, Agent Orange exposure, radiation exposure, Camp Lejeune contaminated water exposure
We provide a quick screening to identify toxins you may have come in contact with during your military service. The screening takes 5 to 10 minutes. During the screening, we’ll ask you questions and document your responses in your medical record. Your answers will inform your VA health care team of any possible exposures. We’ll also connect you to more resources if you have any concerns.

Contact information

Hours
  • Mon. 24/7
  • Tue. 24/7
  • Wed. 24/7
  • Thu. 24/7
  • Fri. 24/7
  • Sat. 24/7
  • Sun. 24/7
Main Phone
Appointments

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Main Phone

Get your toxic exposure screening 

All Veterans enrolled in VA health care can receive a toxic exposure screening at an upcoming appointment or sooner by contacting a Toxic Exposure Screening Navigator. All enrolled Veterans should receive the screening at least once every five years.

It’s a quick 5-10 minute screening to identify any potential exposures to toxins during your military service.  Depending on your response, you may be connected to support and resources, including a review by your primary care team. .

Potential exposures could include:

Transplant surgery

We are experts in life-saving transplants, including kidney, liver, heart, lung, small bowel, bone marrow and stem cell.

Contact information

Transplantation surgery
Main hospital, Building 1 6 East Clinic/11 West
Phone
Appointments

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Phone

Referral required? Yes

Walk-ins accepted? No

  • Liver transplants
  • Kidney (renal) transplants
  • Living donor kidney transplant
  • Kidney paired exchange (KPD)
  • Small bowel transplant (SBT)
  • Live donor liver transplant (LDLT)

Travel reimbursement

If you have to travel far for care, we may be able to reimburse (repay) you for travel expenses. We can also help arrange transportation for getting to and from your VA appointment.

Contact information

Patient Registration
Building 1
Hours
  • Mon. 24/7
  • Tue. 24/7
  • Wed. 24/7
  • Thu. 24/7
  • Fri. 24/7
  • Sat. Closed
  • Sun. Closed
Phone
Appointments

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Phone

Referral required? No

Walk-ins accepted? Yes

You can sign up for a travel reimbursement service by visiting the agent cashier at the University Drive or Heinz campus, or at the check-in desk at our outpatient clinics. Our travel reimbursement services include:

  • Round-trip transportation services from your home to our facility (beneficiary travel)
  • Mileage reimbursement debit card

Learn more about whether you qualify for the VA Beneficiary Travel program

Urology

Common conditions: prostate cancer, erectile dysfunction, urinary disorders
We offer understanding and advanced care and treatment to Veterans with conditions that affect the male urinary and reproductive systems and the female urinary system.

Contact information

Main hospital, Building 1 2nd floor, room 2A-201
Hours
  • Mon. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Tue. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Wed. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Thu. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Fri. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Sat. Closed
  • Sun. Closed
Phone
Appointments

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Phone

Referral required? Yes

Walk-ins accepted? No

We offer various urology procedures, including minimally invasive and robotic procedures for diseases affecting:

  • The kidneys
  • The bladder
  • The urethra 
  • The male reproductive organs

Women Veteran care

Common conditions: women's primary care, mental health, obstetrics and gynecology, pap smear, mammogram

We offer women’s health services to meet your specific needs such as disease screenings, mental health treatment, recovery from military sexual trauma, maternity care and female-specific medical equipment.

Contact information

Women's Health Center
Building 1
Hours
  • Mon. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Tue. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Wed. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Thu. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Fri. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Sat. Closed
  • Sun. Closed
Women's Health Coordinator
Maternity Care Coordinator
Appointments

Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first.

mammogram
primary care
Schedule an appointment online

Our women's health program offers women Veterans comprehensive care, including: 

  • Primary care
  • Gynecology
  • Maternity care, childbirth education classes, and postpartum support
  • Ultrasounds and mammograms
  • Mental health care and counseling
  • Lifestyle wellness services

Learn more and connect with a Women Veterans Program Manager

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