Stories

For Veterans in rural West Texas, getting specialized healthcare has often meant long drives, frustrating wait times, and navigating a complex referral system.

West Texas VA Health Care System (WTVAHCS) is revolutionizing Veteran health care, bringing lifesaving medical services directly to those who need it most.

When Army Veteran Eddie Carter started feeling unusually fatigued, sweating through the night, and losing weight without explanation, he chalked it up to aging. Like many others, he dismissed his symptoms, assuming they were just part of getting older.

At WTVAHCS Health Care System (WTVAHCS), National Salute to Veteran Patient Week is more than just a celebration—it’s a testament to the strength, resilience, and unwavering support Veterans receive as they navigate the challenges of illness, including cancer.

When we think about staying strong and ready for anything, we often focus on mental resilience and physical fitness.

At the West Texas VA Health Care System, we are privileged to work alongside exceptional nurses who embody compassion, dedication, and excellence in patient care.

West Texas VA Health Care System volunteers like Britney Kalina transform the lives of Veterans through the universal language of music. Britney’s innovative karaoke program not only brings Veterans together in song but also offers them a joyful experience and a chance to relive cherished memories.

The West Texas VA Health Care System has earned national recognition for its significant improvement in the Overall Rating of Primary Care Providers, as measured by the Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems survey.

Setting his mind and body in motion every morning, with the help of Recreational Therapy, is how James Kimball sets his daily course as he recovers from cancer.

Three nurses from the West Texas VA Health Care System (WTVAHCS) have been recognized with the prestigious DAISY Team Award for their dedication, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to compassionate care.