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Thanks to quick thinking by a visitor and actions by Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center staff, a Veteran and his family will celebrate at least one more holiday season together.

Army Veteran Robert William Stephens, Jr., recently passed away while an inpatient at Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center. Alaina Reyes, Decedent Affairs Specialist for Dole VA, discovered Mr. Stephens had no next of kin.

Members of the Dole VA Police Department and Veteran biker groups salute Army Veteran Robert Williams Stephens Jr. during a recent Final Mile ceremony.

From live poetry and singing performances to painted ceramics and sculptures, the 2023 Veterans Art Show showcased the artistic talents of local Veterans in 23 categories.

Extension will ensure that no Veteran or survivor will miss out on a single day of backdated PACT Act benefits

The Dole VA Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and supporting staff crossed a notable benchmark last week: 365 days with zero healthcare-associated infections (HAIs)

Group photo of Dole VA ICU staff being recognized for 365 days without an infection.

As of July 17, 2023, Michael D. Payne, Jr., is the CEO / Medical Center Director of Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center in Wichita, Kansas.

Access to Dole VA's northeast gate at Waterman will be closed April 10-23, 2023, to accommodate utility relocations for the new Boiler Plant project. Barriers will be placed at entrances to the closed area. All other gates will remain open.

The COMPACT Act guarantees Veterans in suicidal crisis can go to any VA or non-VA health care facility for free emergency health care.

Dr. George Martinez, Supportive Care Provider in the Dole VA Community Living Center, was recently recognized with the Patient Safety Good Catch Award.

Dr. George Martinez, surrounded by supporting staff, receives the VISN 15 Good Catch Award for avoiding possible harm to a patient through his focus on ensuring Veterans receive continuous care from community providers.

I am excited to announce that Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center has been designated a Pathway to Excellence health care facility by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).