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From the disciplined halls of the U.S. Marine Corps boot camp to the compassionate corridors of the VA, Veteran Mary Jean Houlahan, has always found her purpose in service.

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Growing up in the vibrant streets of The Bronx, it was inevitable for U.S. Army Veteran Denis Velez to immerse himself into the art culture found on every block.

The artist duo, Dennis and Mayra Velez.

VA is implementing a new, modernized appointment scheduling system to better deliver the SOONEST and BEST CARE to Veterans.

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U.S. Navy Veteran Bradley Stenstrom’s journey of healing began when his life took an unexpected turn after serving in the military for 22 years.

Husband and wife sitting on a Sofa.

Dr. Samara Martinez is no stranger to military culture and what it means to serve. Born at Darnall Army Hospital at Fort Cavazos, formerly Fort Hood, her family’s military lineage dating back to World War II shaped her passion for the work she does today.

VISN 8 Clinical Resource Hub provider, Dr. Samara Martinez, completing an appointment remotely using Clinical Video Telehealth from her home in Texas.

From a hundred-pound four-legged friend to a one thousand-pound four-legged friend, U.S. Air Force Veteran Scott McLean, has always found peace in the eyes of animals.

Air Force Veteran Scott McLean bonding with a horse at the HERD Foundation.

After a legacy of thirty service years in the U.S. Marine Corps, Ramon Gallimore, a retired Master Gunnery Sergeant, faced a new battle off the field—living with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Ramon Gallimore (Master Gunnery Sergeant retired)

With seconds ticking to save a life, jets flashing overhead and helicopter propellers buzzing, U.S. Air Force Medic Chauntoyia Edwards always remained in the zone regardless of the chaos surrounding her on the battle grounds.

Veteran Chauntoyia with her daughter.

Hanging up a military uniform in exchange for a work uniform is a decision the VA understands best.

Husband and Wife Photographed

A map of directions to all of life’s answers is not something that can be found on the shelves for purchase. Vietnam Veteran Aaron Pepis knows this first-hand and has tried just about every option.

Meet Tremeaker Gilbert, Whole Health Co-Navigator and Driver Aaron Pepis.