Kerrville VA Medical Center

This medical center provides primary care and specialty health services, including mental health care, geriatric evaluation, foot care, dental services, kidney care and dialysis, urology, palliative care and hospice, laboratory services, and more. Below, you’ll find our address and hours, parking and transportation information, and the other health services we offer at our Kerrville VA Medical Center.

Location and contact information

Address

3600 Memorial Boulevard

Kerrville, TX 78028-5768

Phone numbers

Main phone:

VA health connect:

Mental health care:

Clinical hours

Mon: 24/7
Tue: 24/7
Wed: 24/7
Thu: 24/7
Fri: 24/7
Sat: 24/7
Sun: 24/7

Prepare for your visit

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Walk-ins will be accepted in the Veterans Canteen Service, located in the Basement level, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Veterans may also visit their Patient Aligned Care Team Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Veterans who receive their flu shot outside of VA can still notify their Primary Care Provider by secure message via My HealtheVet or by leaving a message through the Consolidated Outpatient Appointment Center at . Veterans are encouraged to provide their first and last name, last four of their Social Security Number, and date of vaccination.

The Kerrville VA Medical Center is currently undergoing Phase III of the parking lot pavement project.

The current parking lot for patients, caregivers, and visitors will be closed.

The temporary entrance and exit into the VA Medical Center will be from the back gate off of Veterans Memorial Highway. For your safety, detour signage around the construction will be placed.

The temporary parking for patients, caregivers, and visitors will be to the immediate right as you enter through the back gate. Due to the extra distance from the new parking area, shuttles will be available Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. We currently have a limited number of registered volunteers to assist with the shuttle service and we’re asking for your patience. Veterans with appointments are encouraged to allow sufficient time for parking and shuttling to and from your vehicle.

The Center for Development and Civic Engagement (CDCE) is currently accepting applications for volunteers to assist with the shuttle service. For registration and volunteer opportunities, please contact the CDCE Office by emailing STXVOLSVC@va.gov or by calling .

Cost: Free

Wheelchair availability: Wheelchairs are available upon arrival for patients who need them to access the building.

The COVID-19 vaccine is offered at various sites across South Texas Veterans Health Care System to all Veterans enrolled in VA health care.

The health and safety or our Veterans and staff remain a top priority for VA. Vaccine remains the best way to protect everyone from serious illness. Protect yourself, your family, and your community by scheduling your appointment today. COVID-19 vaccine has been proven to be effective in diminishing the spread of the virus within our communities.

To get the latest updates and sign up to stay informed about COVID-19 vaccines, visit our vaccine information page.

Van services for Veterans

DAV vans

Hours: 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

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

Shuttle Service

South Texas Veterans Health Care System offers shuttle services from Audie L. Murphy Memorial Veterans Hospital to other sites of care.

Learn more about shuttle services and view each shuttle schedule

Other services at VA South Texas health care

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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.

Visit our office, by appointment only

Virtual visits may be available

A referral is not required

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.

Consolidated Outpatient Appointment Center

Location

2nd Floor

Audiology Clinic

Service Hours

Mon. 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Tue. 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Wed. 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Thu. 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Fri. 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Sat. Closed
Sun. Closed

Our Audiology and Speech Pathology clinic provides diagnostic and rehabilitative services. We offer a full range of audiology and speech pathology services like:

Hearing and balance evaluations
Selection, management, and repair of hearing aids and assistive listening device assessments
Evaluation, programming, and management of cochlear implants and bone-anchored implants
Evaluation and treatment of speech, language, fluency, voice, cognitive communication, swallowing, stuttering, and laryngectomy (surgical removal of the larynx, which contains your vocal cords)
Progressive Tinnitus Management Program

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.

Visit our office, by appointment only

Virtual visits may be available

A referral is not required

Appointments

The COVID-19 vaccine is offered to enrolled Veterans, eligible spouses & caregivers, CHAMPVA recipients, & VA employees. Veterans may contact their Patient Aligned Care Team to receive a vaccination.

Consolidated Outpatient Appointment Center

Updated COVID-19 vaccines are available for enrolled Veterans and VA employees.

Learn more about COVID-19 vaccines, testing, and the health protection level for each facility

Dental/oral surgery

Common conditions: teeth cleaning, fillings, restorations, root canal, bridges, dental implants, dentures

If you’re eligible for VA dental care, we provide dental screenings, cleanings, X-rays and fillings. We also provide specialty dental procedures like root canal, restorations and dentures.

Visit our office, by appointment only

A referral is required

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.

Consolidated Outpatient Appointment Center

Location

2nd Floor

Main Phone

Service 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

If you're eligible for VA dental care, we offer a full range of quality dental services like:

Routine exams and teeth cleaning
Restorative procedures, including fillings and crowns
Comprehensive surgical care, including extractions (pulling teeth) and oral cancer screening
Routine and advanced prosthodontic care, including bridges, dentures, and dental implants
Routine and advanced periodontal care, including root canals, gum treatments, and supporting bone care
Oral and facial reconstruction surgery to repair damage from traumatic injury or serious illness

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.

Visit our office, by appointment only

A referral is required

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.

Consolidated Outpatient Appointment Center

Main Phone

Service 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

We provide care for many medical and surgical skin conditions. Our dermatology services include:

Medically necessary treatments for skin conditions like skin cancer and rashes
Specialized treatments for acute (short-term) and chronic (long-lasting) skin conditions, like psoriasis, eczema, warts, and fungal illnesses
Evaluation, biopsy, and treatment of cancerous or pre-cancerous skin conditions, like abnormal moles and lesions.
Referrals for complex conditions
Teledermatology (a telehealth resource), which gives patients quick access to expert opinions

Gastroenterology

Common conditions: acid reflux, fatty liver, irritable bowel syndrome, inflammatory bowel disease, diarrhea, cancer screening

Our gastrointestinal (GI) specialists offer treatment and procedures (endoscopy, colonoscopy) for conditions affecting your GI tract, gallbladder, liver and pancreas, including acid reflux, inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis), fatty liver disease, cirrhosis, irritable bowel syndrome, and pancreatitis.

Visit our office, by appointment only

Virtual visits may be available

A referral is required

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.

Consolidated Outpatient Appointment Center

Main Phone

Service 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

We diagnose and treat medical conditions in your esophagus, stomach, intestines, colon, and other parts of your digestive system. We can also test and treat other organs, like your liver, pancreas, and gallbladder. Our gastroenterology department provides services like:

Colonoscopy, esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD), and endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), which use an endoscope (a long, flexible tube with a small camera on the end) that lets us examine your digestive system
Endoscopic ultrasound, which uses high-frequency sound waves to create images that help us diagnose and evaluate digestive and lung diseases
Manometry study, which tests how well your esophagus is working
Small bowel capsule endoscopy, which uses a tiny wireless camera that takes pictures as it moves through your digestive system
24-hour pH study, which measures how much stomach acid is flowing into your esophagus and helps us assess conditions like severe heartburn and acid reflux

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.

Visit our office, by appointment only

A referral is required

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.

Consolidated Outpatient Appointment Center

Location

5th Floor, room 547

Geriatric Evaluation and Management Clinic

Service 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

We assess your situation and condition to decide which outpatient geriatric services are right for you or a senior Veteran in your care, and then we coordinate your care. Our team of specialists provides geriatric services that include:

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

Learn more about VA long-term care

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.

Visit our office, with or without an appointment

A referral is required

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.

Consolidated Outpatient Appointment Center

Location

2nd Floor, room 224

Main Phone

Service 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

Closed on observed holidays

Our laboratories provide a full range of clinical and diagnostic testing services. Our laboratory and pathology services include:

Study of blood, urine, and other bodily fluids for illness management
Testing for infectious diseases
Cytopathology (study of unusual cells) and surgical pathology (study of tissue removed during surgery)
Autopsy services

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.

Visit our office, with or without an appointment

Call at your convenience

A referral is not required

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.

Consolidated Outpatient Appointment Center

Main Phone

Veterans Crisis Line

Service 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

Our medical center and clinics provide consultation, evaluation, and treatment for a range of issues that may impact your mental health or emotional well-being. Our confidential outpatient services include individual and group therapy for:

Psychiatric disorders such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and depression
Marriage and relationship problems
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Anxiety, addictive behaviors, and personality disorders
Aggressive or self-harming behaviors

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.

Virtual visits may be available

A referral is not required

Appointments

Main Phone

MyHealtheVet Appointment Line

Location

Recreation Center

Main Phone

My HealtheVet Coordinator

Service Hours

The service hours are the same as our facility hours.

My HealtheVet is a web-based tool you can use to manage your care and improve your health from your computer or mobile device. You can access your personal health records and use tools to manage your care through our My HealtheVet online system. You can also use My HealtheVet to refill your prescriptions, track appointments, and read informative health articles. If you need help using My HealtheVet, you can contact our coordinator by phone or in person. With My HealtheVet, you can:

Ask questions and exchange secure online messages with your VA health care team
Check your lab and test results
Refill your prescriptions, track delivery, and view a list of your medications
Keep track of your VA medical appointments and get email reminders
View, download, or print a copy of your VA medical records
Enter or update your personal information

Learn more and register for My HealtheVet

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.

A referral is required

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.

Consolidated Outpatient Appointment Center

Main Phone

Our team of kidney doctors (nephrologists) actively manage all aspects of adult kidney disease, kidney and bladder stones, renal hypertension (high blood pressure caused by kidney disease), and mineral and bone disorders. We provide inpatient and outpatient services, like:

Dialysis preparation and referral
Home patient monitoring
Kidney transplant evaluation
Kidney disease education

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.

Visit our office, by appointment only

Virtual visits may be available

A referral is required

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.

Consolidated Outpatient Appointment Center

Main Phone

Service 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

Our registered dietitians can help you maintain or improve your health with good nutrition tailored to your needs. Through group, individual, and telehealth sessions, we provide nutrition education and counseling in areas such as:

Cardiovascular and heart health
Chronic kidney disease
Diabetes (including gestational diabetes)
Eating disorders and digestive health
Pregnancy and postpartum nutrition
Weight management

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.

A referral is not required

Appointments

Consolidated Outpatient Appointment Center

Location

3rd Floor, room 325

Main Phone

Optometry Clinic

Service 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

Our optometrists provide many eye-related services and treatments like:

Vision services and eye exams
Treatment for diseases and injuries of the retina, cornea, and other parts of your eye
Low-vision services for conditions like macular degeneration that can't be corrected by glasses, surgery, or medication
Special eye exams for diabetic patients

Orthopedics

Common conditions: arthritis, musculoskeletal disorders, tendon repair, 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.

Visit our office, by appointment only

A referral is required

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.

Consolidated Outpatient Appointment Center

Location

5th Floor, room 547

Main Phone

Consolidated Outpatient Appointment Center

Service Hours

Mon. Closed
Tue. 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Wed. Closed
Thu. 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Fri. Closed
Sat. Closed
Sun. Closed

We use surgical and nonsurgical means to treat illnesses and disorders of the musculoskeletal system, which includes your bones, muscles, joints, cartilage, tendons, ligaments, and other connective tissue. We treat conditions like:

Musculoskeletal trauma
Degenerative illnesses
Sports injuries

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.

Visit our office, with or without an appointment

Call at your convenience

A referral is not required

Appointments

Main Phone

Patient Advocate Office

Location

1st Floor, Room 155

Main Phone

Service 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

Our patient advocates work hard to make sure you receive the best possible care at our health care facilities. They can:

Help you get answers or address concerns with your care team
Advocate for patient and family rights
Serve as advocates for minority Veterans, women Veterans, and Veterans with disabilities
Offer specialized help to former prisoners of war and Veterans transitioning from Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF), Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF), and Operation New Dawn (OND)

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.

Appointments

Prescription Refill by Telephone

Consolidated Outpatient Appointment Center

Location

1st Floor, room 127J

Main Phone

Pharmacy

Service Hours

Mon. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Tue. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Wed. 8:30 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

Our pharmacy provides you and other Veterans with convenient, efficient service to make it easy to get your medications and medical supplies. You can:

Pick up new prescriptions in person
Refill prescriptions online and by phone or mail
Safely dispose of medicines

Learn more about our pharmacy

*Pharmacy at North Central Federal Clinic will be closed beginning October 14, 2024 to renovate the air conditioning system and replace duct work. The last day to fill your prescription at the North Central Federal Clinic is October 11, 2024. The renovation is expected to be completed by Spring 2025.

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.

A referral is required

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.

Consolidated Outpatient Appointment Center

Main Phone

Service Hours

Mon. 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Tue. 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Wed. 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Thu. 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Fri. 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Sat. Closed
Sun. Closed

Our physical medicine and rehabilitation doctors and therapists focus on whole-body health. They can help you manage your pain, increase your independence, and improve your quality of life with services like:

Personalized therapy for your rehabilitation
Medication, stretching, and massage for short-term pain relief
Strengthening exercises and movement therapy to increase fitness and prevent future pain
Recreation therapy to create coping and social skills
Occupational therapy to improve coordination and balance, and help you manage life skills and everyday activities
Assessment and treatment of speech, language, and swallowing disorders

Physical therapy, occupational therapy and kinesiotherapy

Physical therapy, occupational therapy and kinesiotherapy can help restore movement and function if you have been disabled by injury or disease.

Visit our office, by appointment only

Virtual visits may be available

A referral is required

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

Consolidated Outpatient Appointment Center

Main Phone

Service Hours

Mon. 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Tue. 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Wed. 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Thu. 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Fri. 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Sat. Closed
Sun. Closed

If you're living with or recovering from an injury, illness, or chronic condition that limits your mobility and independence, we can help. Our physical, occupational, and movement therapists combine therapeutic exercise, counseling, education, and training to help you improve your health and quality of life. Our services include:

Pain relief and joint mobilization
Movement and exercise therapies to improve your strength, endurance, balance, and coordination
Mobility assessment and training with wheelchairs, scooters, and walking devices
Life skills training and activities to help you maintain the highest level of independence and functionality
Aquatic therapy to manage chronic pain
Evaluation and treatment for a wide range of medical, orthopedic, psychosocial, and neurological conditions

Podiatry

Common conditions: arthritis, bunions, diabetic foot care, foot deformities, skin conditions, 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.

Visit our office, by appointment only

A referral is required

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.

Consolidated Outpatient Appointment Center

Location

3rd Floor, room 339

Main Phone

Consolidated Outpatient Appointment Center

Service 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

After years of walking, running, marching, jumping, rappelling, and parachuting, many Veterans experience trouble with their feet and ankles. We can help treat those problems so you can continue to enjoy an active lifestyle. Our podiatry services include:

Arthritis care for inflamed, swollen, or damaged joints
Foot and ankle fracture treatment, repair of cartilage, torn tendons and ligaments
Injections to reduce pain and swelling
Joint arthroplasty (surgical repair or reconstruction) and replacement
Minimally invasive surgery and post-surgical rehabilitation
Foot health maintenance procedures (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.

Visit our office, with or without an appointment

A referral is not required

Appointments

Primary Care appointment phone number

Location

1st Floor

Main Phone

Service 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

A strong network of family and internal medicine specialists and services can offer you the best possible care. Internal medicine doctors (internists) prevent, diagnose, and treat adult diseases. Doctors who specialize in family medicine provide primary health care to the entire family. Your primary care team can coordinate the many services you receive such as:

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

Pulmonary medicine

Common conditions: tuberculosis, respiratory conditions, sleep apnea, sleep problems

Our pulmonary medicine team treats diseases and conditions that affect the lungs and breathing, including asthma, tuberculosis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, acute respiratory distress syndrome and sleep apnea.

Visit our office, by appointment only

A referral is required

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.

Consolidated Outpatient Appointment Center

Main Phone

Service Hours

Mon. 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Tue. 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Wed. 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Thu. 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Fri. 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Sat. Closed
Sun. Closed

If you find it difficult to breathe or sleep, our pulmonary (lung) specialists can help. We offer education, exercises, and treatments like:

Oxygen therapy to help you stay active and breathe better
Pulmonary rehabilitation to build your strength and increase lung capacity
Healthy diets to help you manage your weight and improve energy
Strategies to help you increase your feelings of control, optimism, and self-esteem
Tests to measure your lung function, lung volume, and blood gas

Radiology

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

Visit our office, with or without an appointment

A referral is required

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.

Radiology

Consolidated Outpatient Appointment Center

Radiology

3600 Memorial Blvd. Kerville, TX 78028-5768 Building 1 2nd Floor

Radiology

Service 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

We offer radiology and imaging services to diagnose and treat many medical conditions. Our services include:

X-ray
Ultrasound
Mammography (mammograms)
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.

Visit our office, with or without an appointment

Virtual visits may be available

Appointments

Main Phone

Service 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

Our therapies promote your independence and enhance your health and well-being if you're a Veteran with an injury, chronic (long-lasting) illness, or disabling condition. After your primary health care provider gives you a referral, a recreation therapist will develop treatment goals for you.

Recreation and creative arts therapy provides services and activities that include:
Animal interaction
Music, art, and crafts
Community outings
Exercise, sports, and games
Gardening and leisure education

Rehabilitation and extended care

We provide medical care and rehabilitation services to Veterans in our Community Living Center and in their homes. Services include home-based primary care, medical foster home support, and hospice and palliative care.

Visit our office, by appointment only

Virtual visits by appointment only

A referral is required

Appointments

Main Phone

Consolidated Outpatient Appointment Center

Main Phone

Service Hours

The service hours are the same as our facility hours.

We provide long-term care to help you and your family when you're dealing with a disability, chronic (long-lasting) illness, terminal illness, or serious health issues related to aging. Our long-term health care services include:

24/7 nursing and medical care
Physical therapy
Help with daily tasks like bathing, dressing, making meals, and taking medicine
Pain management and palliative care to relieve suffering and improve quality of life for people with serious illnesses
Hospice care to provide comfort and compassionate care for people in the last phases of an incurable illness
To learn more about the different types of extended care that VA provides, see our guide to long-term services and support.

Learn more about VA long-term care

Social work

Social workers are here to help Veterans, families and caregivers with almost any need, from help with finances or housing to questions about treatment to just feeling overwhelmed. We are here for you.

Visit our office, with or without an appointment

A referral is required

Appointments

Consolidated Outpatient Appointment Center

Schedule an appointment online

Location

1st Floor, room 146

Patient Aligned Care Team Social Work

Service 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

Social work is integral to health care. We can help you and your family manage stress-related problems due to injury or illness, and find VA community resources to meet your needs.

Every Veteran has access to a social worker. Call the Consolidated Outpatient Appointment Center at 210-949-9702 to schedule an appointment with a Primary Care social worker or call Social Work Service at 210-617-5113 to be connected with a VA social worker.

VA social workers can assist with the following:

Provide information about transportation, financial resources, legal resources, and housing/placement options
Referrals to community agencies and resources
Promote education regarding Advance Directives
Provide supportive counseling

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.

Visit our office, walk-in visits only

A referral is not required

Appointments

Main Phone

Location

Welcome Center, 1st Floor

Main Phone

Beneficiary Travel

Service 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

If you're traveling for VA-approved care, we can repay you for the cost of using regular transportation that includes cars, planes, trains, buses, taxis, rideshare, or light rail. You may also be eligible for repayment when using ambulances, wheelchair vans, or ambulettes (non-emergency medical transportation).

Round-trip transportation services between your home and our hospital and clinics (beneficiary travel)
Mileage reimbursement debit cards

Learn more about VA travel pay reimbursement

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.

Visit our office, by appointment only

A referral is required

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.

Consolidated Outpatient Appointment Center

Location

5th Floor, room 547

Main Phone

Consolidated Outpatient Appointment Center

Service 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. Closed
Sat. Closed
Sun. Closed

We evaluate, diagnose, and treat a wide range of urology diseases and conditions that include kidney stones, erectile dysfunction, urinary incontinence, prostate cancer, and more. We provide you with medical care, surgery, and minimally invasive procedures for health issues that affect:

Kidneys
Bladder
Ureter and urethra
Male reproductive organs

Women Veteran care

Common conditions: women's primary care, mental health, obstetrics, 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.

Visit our office, by appointment only

Virtual visits may be available

A referral is not required

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.

Consolidated Outpatient Appointment Center

Main Phone

Women Veterans Program

Maternity Care Coordinator

Service 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

South Texas Veterans Health Care System offers complete health care for women veterans of all ages. We offer designated Women's Health Primary Care Providers. They work closely with specialists in gynecology, female urology, oncology, medicine, radiology, surgery, and community care maternity care coordination. Our services for women veterans include:

Ultrasounds, mammograms, Pap and HPV tests
Mental health care and counseling
Lifestyle wellness services
Menopause treatment, including hormonal therapy
Family planning, contraceptive care, and infertility evaluation

Connect with your Women Veterans Program