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Patient advocates

The patient advocates at VA Salem health care are specially trained to help you resolve issues with your care. If you've experienced any problems that you haven't been able to resolve by talking with your care team, please reach out to one of our patient advocates.

Connect with a patient advocate

Christopher Sandoval, Patient Advocate

Christopher Sandoval

Patient Advocate

VA Salem health care

Phone: 540-982-2463, ext. 1000

Jennifer Black, Patient Advocate

Jennifer Black

Patient Advocate

VA Salem health care

Phone: 540-982-2463 ext. 1000

Ricky Key, Patient Advocate

Ricky Key

Patient Advocate

VA Salem health care

Phone: 540-982-2463 Ext. 1000

Email: ricky.key@va.gov

Care we provide at VA Salem

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