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Change Coming! Medical Center to Trolley Pedestrian Pathway

Temporary re-routing of pedestrian traffic

Map of VA San Diego showing the new pedestrian path between the main entrance of the medical center and the MTS trolley station.

VA San Diego Celebrates VA’s Health Professions Education Week

VA San Diego Healthcare System celebrates VA Health Professions Education Week, March 13-17, to recognize the contributions of VA faculty and academic partners. Every year, the VA trains more than 113,000 future health professionals to provide state-of-the-art health care to our nation’s Veterans.

VA Health Professions Education Week logo

It's Not Too Late to Protect Your Health!

Good health starts with prevention and protection. The VA San Diego Healthcare System can help protect your health. Both the flu and COVID-19 vaccines are still available.

male veteran along with female nurse during vaccination

VA National Summer Sports Clinic - Register Now!

If you're looking for adventure this summer, the National Veterans Summer Sports Clinic may be just what the doctor ordered. This rehabilitation sports and recreation program provides hands-on adaptive sports, fitness, and wellness instruction for military Veterans from across the country.

Veteran registration is open through February 10, 2023!

VA San Diego Healthcare System Hosts a Hiring Fair

The VA San Diego Healthcare System is hosting a Hiring Fair on Saturday, February 4th, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., at the Kearny Mesa VA Clinic at 8875 Aero Drive in San Diego.

hiring fair flyer

VA San Diego eScreening Program Selected as Shark Tank Finalist

eScreening is an idea which has cultivated for a decade and is now spreading rapidly as a VA-wide best practice.

eScreening on cell phone.

Free Flu Shots for Eligible Veterans

Free seasonal flu shots for all enrolled Veterans in the VA health care are available from September 26 - December 30, 2022, at the Jennifer Moreno Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center and community clinics.

Male Veteran and a nurse during flu vaccination.

VA San Diego: A Resource for Recovery

“If you are a Veteran having thoughts of suicide, the VA is here to help you,” said Vic Martin, a Navy Veteran who sought help after nearly taking his life and now is providing services to help get Veterans back on track.

Male veteran holding a cellphone

New VA San Diego Trolley Pathway

There's a new way to get from the trolley stop to the main entrance of VA San Diego!

Trolley Path Diagram

VA San Diego Healthcare System Director Retires

After a long and eventful career serving Veterans, Robert M. Smith, MD, VA San Diego Healthcare System (VASDHS) Director and Chief Executive Officer, will retire at the end of June.

Dr. Smith retires