Skip to Content

Stories

Read about what's happening in our VA Tennessee Valley health care community.

An Airman's Journey Blending Military and VA Service - Women’s History Month

In the corridors of VA, dedication to serving our nation's heroes is a daily commitment. Amidst Women's History Month celebration observed in March, the story of one woman’s journey from enlisted ranks to commissioned officer symbolizes an indomitable spirit and steadfast devotion to duty.

Air Force Reserve 1st Lt. Nicole Jacocks raises her right hand while reciting the oath of office offered by Army Major Samantha Dobler.

A Milestone for Women Veterans Health - Women's History Month

In celebration of Women's History Month observed in March, a remarkable partnership has emerged between VA Tennessee Valley Healthcare System’s (TVHS) Chattanooga outpatient clinic and CHI Memorial MaryEllen Locher Breast Center, marking a new milestone for women Veteran’s health care.

Jessica Petree, Candice Teran, and Dr. Purvi Sheth stand on the steps of the mobile mammography bus.

Dr. Michael West: A Doctor with a Heart of Service

Dr. Michael West is a remarkable individual whose dedication to his community and passion for helping others shines through in all aspects of his life.

Dr. Michael West is a physician at the Clarksville VA Clinic.

“Not just a job, it’s a calling”

National Physicians Week, March 25-31, is a time to recognize and celebrate the hardworking doctors who selflessly dedicate their lives to healing and caring of others.

Dr. Sonja Kelleher stands next to a white board that states how awesome Dr. Kelleher is for her patients.

Tennessee Valley Staff Physician Receives Award to Support Research on Stomach Bacteria

Dr. Timothy Cover recently received the most prestigious grant award from the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA).

Dr. Timothy Cover received the most prestigious grant research award.

Going for gold: Health care innovation increases Veteran access to care

For Dr. Chelsea Rothschild, health care innovation and accessibility are what keep her going, especially when it comes to breaking the stigma around mental health.

Group of 10 people talking about mental health care in the Nashville VA medical center.

National Nutrition Month

Tennessee Valley Healthcare System (TVHS) stands firm in its commitment to bolstering the health and wellness of Veterans and VA employees through robust support for healthy eating habits and physical activity.

Colorful fruits and veggies with the text that reads

“Better late than never”

Robert Monroe was a young, energetic pharmacy technician in the Army in 1946. Monroe was stationed in South Korea when he began his pharmaceutical profession, so planning for his future medical aspirations were delayed.

Army Veteran smiling for his photo and working in the pharmacy in  1946

Wheels of Wellness: Chattanooga VA Offers Mobile Mammography Bus to Drive Health Care Accessibility

In an effort to enhance health care accessibility for Veterans, the Tennessee Valley Healthcare System (TVHS) Chattanooga VA outpatient clinic recently collaborated with CHI Memorial MaryEllen Locher Breast Center to introduce a groundbreaking initiative.

The CHI Memorial MaryEllen Locher Breast Center mobile mammography bus parked outside of the Chattanooga VA Clinic.

VA and DOD officials unveil first-of-its-kind VA clinic in Kentucky and Tennessee region

VA Under Secretary for Health, Dr. Shereef Elnahal, and Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs, Dr. Lester Martinez-Lopez, celebrated the expansion of Veteran health care and their VA-Department of Defense partnership Friday, Feb. 23 at the Fort Campbell VA Clinic ribbon cutting ceremony.

A group of VA and DOD officials cut a large red ribbon at the new Fort Campbell VA Clinic ceremony