Local Features - Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center

]]>Electronic consultations (E-Consults) have become part of Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center’s promise to provide quality care for our Veteran patients. The purpose of E-Consults is to give Veterans and their primary care providers increased access to specialty care services such as cardiology, urology, pain management, diabetes and more.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/E_Consults_Virtually_Enhancing_Veteran_Care_1369144322161 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/images/features/econsult_thumb.jpg E-Consults Electronic consultations (E-Consults) have become part of Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center’s promise to provide quality care for our Veteran patients. The purpose of E-Consults is to give Veterans and their primary care providers increased access to specialty care services such as cardiology, urology, pain management, diabetes and more. Virtually Enhancing Vet Care Electronic consultations (E-Consults) have become part of Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center’s promise to provide quality care for our Veteran patients. The purpose of E-Consults is to give Veterans and their primary care providers increased access to specialty care services such as cardiology, urology, pain management, diabetes and more. Serving Veterans, Seeing the World http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/Serving_Veterans_Seeing_the_World.asp Tue, 21 May 2013 09:05:00 EDT

]]>Some say people join the military for two reasons … to serve and to see the world. Myrtle Beach VA Primary Care Nurse Manager Susan Mangery came to the VA for the first reason and wound up living out the second.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Serving_Veterans_Seeing_the_World_1369141658658 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/images/features/Mangery_thumb.jpg Susan Mangery, Nurse Manager at Myrtle Beach VA Primary Care Clinic (center), enjoys working with clinical staff in the outpatient setting. Some say people join the military for two reasons … to serve and to see the world. Myrtle Beach VA Primary Care Nurse Manager Susan Mangery came to the VA for the first reason and wound up living out the second. Serving Vets, Seeing the world Some say people join the military for two reasons … to serve and to see the world. Myrtle Beach VA Primary Care Nurse Manager Susan Mangery came to the VA for the first reason and wound up living out the second. Charleston VAMC employees honored as 2012 Federal Employees http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/Charleston_VAMC_employees_honored_as_2012_Federal_Employees.asp Wed, 08 May 2013 08:25:00 EDT

]]>The Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center is pleased to honor Mr. David Bennett and Mr. Robert Darley as recipients of the Federal Executive Association of the Greater Charleston Area’s 2012 Federal Employees of the Year Award. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Charleston_VAMC_employees_honored_as_2012_Federal_Employees_1368016049542 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/images/features/EOYwinners_thumb.jpg Charleston VAMC employees honored as 2012 Federal Employees of the Year The Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center is pleased to honor Mr. David Bennett and Mr. Robert Darley as recipients of the Federal Executive Association of the Greater Charleston Area’s 2012 Federal Employees of the Year Award. VA employees honored The Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center is pleased to honor Mr. David Bennett and Mr. Robert Darley as recipients of the Federal Executive Association of the Greater Charleston Area’s 2012 Federal Employees of the Year Award. Grant Awarded to VA for Community Resource and Referral Cent http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/Grant_Awarded_to_VA_for_Community_Resource_and_Referral_Cent.asp Mon, 06 May 2013 13:52:00 EDT

]]>The Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center hosted a press conference today on the grant awarded to the VA for establishing a Community Resource and Referral Center for homeless Veterans in the lowcountry. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Grant_Awarded_to_VA_for_Community_Resource_and_Referral_Cent_1367863221865 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/images/features/CRRC_thumb.jpg Mayor Keith Summey spoke during a press conference for the CRRC grant awarding. The Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center hosted a press conference today on the grant awarded to the VA for establishing a Community Resource and Referral Center for homeless Veterans in the lowcountry. Grant Awarded to VA for CRRC The Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center hosted a press conference today on the grant awarded to the VA for establishing a Community Resource and Referral Center for homeless Veterans in the lowcountry. VAMC enhances nurse training with residency program http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/VAMC_enhances_nurse_training_with_residency_program.asp Mon, 29 Apr 2013 10:33:00 EDT

]]>The Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center nursing department has been chosen as one of seven pilot sites to participate in the Department of Veterans Affairs Office of Academic Affiliations (OAA) VA Post-Baccalaureate Nurse Residency Program.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/VAMC_enhances_nurse_training_with_residency_program_1367246964688 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/images/features/nursing_thumb.jpg VAMC enhances nurse training with residency program The Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center nursing department has been chosen as one of seven pilot sites to participate in the Department of Veterans Affairs Office of Academic Affiliations (OAA) VA Post-Baccalaureate Nurse Residency Program. Program boosts nurse training The Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center nursing department has been chosen as one of seven pilot sites to participate in the Department of Veterans Affairs Office of Academic Affiliations (OAA) VA Post-Baccalaureate Nurse Residency Program. Ethics Week 2013 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/Ethics_Week_2013.asp Mon, 29 Apr 2013 09:04:00 EDT

]]>“Excellence Through Integrity” is the theme for National Compliance and Ethics Week 2013, April 29 – May 3. It is also our goal every day at Charleston VAMC.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Ethics_Week_2013_1367240950348 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/ethics_thumb.jpg Excellence Through Integrity “Excellence Through Integrity” is the theme for National Compliance and Ethics Week 2013, April 29 – May 3. It is also our goal every day at Charleston VAMC. Ethics Week 2013 “Excellence Through Integrity” is the theme for National Compliance and Ethics Week 2013, April 29 – May 3. It is also our goal every day at Charleston VAMC. Soldier-Poet to visit VA Medical Center http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/Soldier_Poet_to_visit_VA_Medical_Center.asp Fri, 05 Apr 2013 09:15:00 EDT

]]>Brian Turner will visit the VAMC Friday, April 12, for a poetry reading and workshop. He is the author of two poetry collections, Phantom Noise (2010) and Here, Bullet (2005) which won the 2005 Beatrice Hawley Award.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Soldier_Poet_to_visit_VA_Medical_Center_1365167771691 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/images/features/Turner-THUMB.jpg Brian Turner, Soldier-Poet Brian Turner will visit the VAMC Friday, April 12, for a poetry reading and workshop. He is the author of two poetry collections, Phantom Noise (2010) and Here, Bullet (2005) which won the 2005 Beatrice Hawley Award. Soldier-Poet to visit VAMC Brian Turner will visit the VAMC Friday, April 12, for a poetry reading and workshop. He is the author of two poetry collections, Phantom Noise (2010) and Here, Bullet (2005) which won the 2005 Beatrice Hawley Award. Women Veterans Honored http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/Women_Veterans_Honored.asp Thu, 04 Apr 2013 08:45:00 EDT

]]>Last week more than 60 female Veterans joined together to celebrate Women’s History Month with a special presentation by Pearsall and luncheon.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Women_Veterans_Honored_1365079807838 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/womenseventTHUMB.jpg Women Veterans Honored Last week more than 60 female Veterans joined together to celebrate Women’s History Month with a special presentation by Pearsall and luncheon. Women Veterans Honored Last week more than 60 female Veterans joined together to celebrate Women’s History Month with a special presentation by Pearsall and luncheon. Personalized dining on the horizon for CLC residents http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/Personalized_dining_on_the_horizon_for_CLC_residents.asp Thu, 21 Mar 2013 08:45:00 EDT

]]>Residents living in the Community Living Center at the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center will soon be able to enjoy a more personalized dining experience thanks to a new food and beverage menu. The new dining set-up is projected to start once the CLC relocates back to the VAMC June 10. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Personalized_dining_on_the_horizon_for_CLC_residents_1363870161422 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/images/features/CLC_Thumb.jpg Personalized dining on the horizon for CLC residents Residents living in the Community Living Center at the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center will soon be able to enjoy a more personalized dining experience thanks to a new food and beverage menu. The new dining set-up is projected to start once the CLC relocates back to the VAMC June 10. New dining for CLC residents Residents living in the Community Living Center at the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center will soon be able to enjoy a more personalized dining experience thanks to a new food and beverage menu. The new dining set-up is projected to start once the CLC relocates back to the VAMC June 10. Vietnam Veteran Finds Her Niche While Serving http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/Vietnam_Veteran_Finds_Her_Niche_While_Serving.asp Mon, 11 Mar 2013 11:42:00 EDT

]]>March is Women's History Month. Today, women are filling most of the same positions as men in the military. Rosa Lee Miller is a Vietnam era, Air Force Veteran who discovered a new skill that changed her perspective on the war and led her down an unexpected career path. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Vietnam_Veteran_Finds_Her_Niche_While_Serving_1363016705048 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/images/features/Miller_THUMB.jpg Vietnam Veteran Finds Her Niche While Serving March is Women's History Month. Today, women are filling most of the same positions as men in the military. Rosa Lee Miller is a Vietnam era, Air Force Veteran who discovered a new skill that changed her perspective on the war and led her down an unexpected career path. Vietnam Vet Finds Her Niche March is Women's History Month. Today, women are filling most of the same positions as men in the military. Rosa Lee Miller is a Vietnam era, Air Force Veteran who discovered a new skill that changed her perspective on the war and led her down an unexpected career path. Charleston VA Partners with SCHA/Joint Commission for Increa http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/Charleston_VA_Partners_with_SCHA_Joint_Commission_for_Increa.asp Mon, 04 Mar 2013 11:52:00 EST

]]>The Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center announces its partnership with the South Carolina Hospital Association (SCHA) and The Joint Commission in the South Carolina Safe Care Commitment.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Charleston_VA_Partners_with_SCHA_Joint_Commission_for_Increa_1362416163595 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/images/features/patient_thumb.jpg Charleston VAMC is the only VA in the nation participating in a state-wide collaboration of this type with The Joint Commission The Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center announces its partnership with the South Carolina Hospital Association (SCHA) and The Joint Commission in the South Carolina Safe Care Commitment. VAMC announces partnership The Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center announces its partnership with the South Carolina Hospital Association (SCHA) and The Joint Commission in the South Carolina Safe Care Commitment. Da Vinci Surgical System adds precision, speeds recovery for http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/Da_Vinci_Surgical_System_adds_precision_speeds_recovery_for.asp Mon, 04 Mar 2013 11:45:00 EST

]]>The Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center performed its first minimally-invasive robotic surgery in January, and will provide future urological and other procedures for Veterans in the Lowcountry. The DaVinci robot at the Charleston VA is the most advanced robotic surgery equipment of this type in the greater Charleston area.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Da_Vinci_Surgical_System_adds_precision_speeds_recovery_for_1362415639641 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/images/features/davinci_thumb.jpg The DaVinci uses small incisions to introduce miniaturized wristed instruments and a high-definition 3D camera The Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center performed its first minimally-invasive robotic surgery in January, and will provide future urological and other procedures for Veterans in the Lowcountry. The DaVinci robot at the Charleston VA is the most advanced robotic surgery equipment of this type in the greater Charleston area. DaVinci robot speeds recovery The Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center performed its first minimally-invasive robotic surgery in January, and will provide future urological and other procedures for Veterans in the Lowcountry. The DaVinci robot at the Charleston VA is the most advanced robotic surgery equipment of this type in the greater Charleston area. NASCAR truck driver Sean Corr visits Veterans http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/NASCAR_truck_driver_Sean_Corr_visits_Veterans.asp Wed, 13 Feb 2013 09:55:00 EST

]]>Empire Racing, LLC and Warriors In The Workplace brought their one-of-a-kind ride-along truck to the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center, Monday, Feb. 11, as part of their joint project, Restore-Recover-Renew Tour to Daytona.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/NASCAR_truck_driver_Sean_Corr_visits_Veterans_1360767394305 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/images/features/R3_small.jpg NASCAR truck driver Sean Corr visits Veterans Empire Racing, LLC and Warriors In The Workplace brought their one-of-a-kind ride-along truck to the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center, Monday, Feb. 11, as part of their joint project, Restore-Recover-Renew Tour to Daytona. NASCAR driver visits Veterans Empire Racing, LLC and Warriors In The Workplace brought their one-of-a-kind ride-along truck to the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center, Monday, Feb. 11, as part of their joint project, Restore-Recover-Renew Tour to Daytona. Diabetic Female Veterans: Pampered and Educated http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/Diabetic_Females_Pampered_and_Educated.asp Tue, 05 Feb 2013 08:56:00 EST

]]>Recently Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center held a pampering event for female Veterans struggling with diabetes management. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Diabetic_Females_Pampered_and_Educated_1360072810981 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/images/features/DmWebStory_thumb.jpg Female Veterans receive a healthy cooking demonstration from Chef Wendy Cleim. Recently Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center held a pampering event for female Veterans struggling with diabetes management. Understanding Diabetes Recently Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center held a pampering event for female Veterans struggling with diabetes management. Naval Health Clinic Charleston goes smoke free http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/Naval_Health_Clinic_Charleston_goes_smoke_free.asp Mon, 28 Jan 2013 08:02:00 EST

]]>Naval Health Clinic Charleston goes smoke free starting March 1.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Naval_Health_Clinic_Charleston_goes_smoke_free_1359378267965 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/images/features/NHCC_thumb.jpg NHCC Naval Health Clinic Charleston goes smoke free starting March 1. NHCC goes smoke free Naval Health Clinic Charleston goes smoke free starting March 1. VAMC breaks ground on new research building http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/VAMC_breaks_ground_on_new_research_building.asp Thu, 13 Dec 2012 14:36:00 EST

]]>The Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center held a groundbreaking ceremony for the Mental Health Research & Laboratory addition Thursday, December 13, 2012.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/VAMC_breaks_ground_on_new_research_building_1355427526814 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/images/features/researchbuildingTHUMB1.jpg VAMC breaks ground on new research building The Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center held a groundbreaking ceremony for the Mental Health Research & Laboratory addition Thursday, December 13, 2012. Groundbreaking Ceremony The Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center held a groundbreaking ceremony for the Mental Health Research & Laboratory addition Thursday, December 13, 2012. National Caregivers Month http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/National_Caregivers_Month.asp Fri, 30 Nov 2012 13:11:00 EST

]]>November is National Family Caregiver's Month (NFC month) honoring more than 50 million family caregivers in the United States. These families are recognized for providing care to family, friends, neighbors and loved ones.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/National_Caregivers_Month_1354299196695 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/images/caregiversthumb.jpg Caregivers participated in a relaxing yoga session at the VAMC November is National Family Caregiver's Month (NFC month) honoring more than 50 million family caregivers in the United States. These families are recognized for providing care to family, friends, neighbors and loved ones. National Caregivers Month November is National Family Caregiver's Month (NFC month) honoring more than 50 million family caregivers in the United States. These families are recognized for providing care to family, friends, neighbors and loved ones. Honoring our Fallen Heroes http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/Honoring_our_Fallen_Heroes.asp Wed, 21 Nov 2012 08:00:00 EST

]]>The Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center held its 3rd annual Memorial Service November 20 to remember Veterans who passed away in 2012.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Honoring_our_Fallen_Heroes_1353503615028 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/images/features/memorialserviceTHUMB.jpg The Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center held its 3rd annual Memorial Service November 20 to remember Veterans who passed away in 2012. The Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center held its 3rd annual Memorial Service November 20 to remember Veterans who passed away in 2012. Honoring our Fallen Heroes The Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center held its 3rd annual Memorial Service November 20 to remember Veterans who passed away in 2012. Veteran's Day Free Meals and Discounts http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/Veteran_s_Day_Free_Meals_and_Discounts.asp Wed, 07 Nov 2012 09:44:00 EST

]]>Veterans Day is soon approaching and there are many restaurants and companies who want to thank our veterans by providing them with discounts or a free meal. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Veteran_s_Day_Free_Meals_and_Discounts_1352299731998 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/FeatureImages/vetsthumb.jpg Veteran's Day Free Meals and Discounts Veterans Day is soon approaching and there are many restaurants and companies who want to thank our veterans by providing them with discounts or a free meal. Veteran's Day 2012 Discounts Veterans Day is soon approaching and there are many restaurants and companies who want to thank our veterans by providing them with discounts or a free meal. Welcome Acting Chief Medical Officer, VISN 7 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/Acting_Chief_Medical_Officer_VISN7.asp Tue, 02 Oct 2012 13:30:00 EDT

]]>Welcome Dr. William H. Campbell as Acting Chief Medical Officer for VISN 7. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Acting_Chief_Medical_Officer_VISN7_1349197877891 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/Campbelsmall.jpg Dr. William H. Campbell Welcome Dr. William H. Campbell as Acting Chief Medical Officer for VISN 7. Welcome Acting Chief of VISN 7 Welcome Dr. William H. Campbell as Acting Chief Medical Officer for VISN 7. Mobile MRI for DoD and VA patients opens at Naval Hospital B http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/Mobile_MRI_for_DoD_and_VA_patients_opens_at_Naval_Hospital_B.asp Wed, 26 Sep 2012 13:20:00 EDT

]]>Naval Hospital Beaufort and Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center, Charleston, opened a new mobile MRI that will provide state-of-the-art diagnostic imaging for active duty, Veterans, military families and retirees at the naval hospital, Tuesday, September 25.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Mobile_MRI_for_DoD_and_VA_patients_opens_at_Naval_Hospital_B_1348680001266 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/beaufortMRIsmall.jpg Mobile MRI for DoD and VA patients opens at Naval Hospital Beaufort Naval Hospital Beaufort and Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center, Charleston, opened a new mobile MRI that will provide state-of-the-art diagnostic imaging for active duty, Veterans, military families and retirees at the naval hospital, Tuesday, September 25. Mobile MRI opens at Beaufort Naval Hospital Beaufort and Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center, Charleston, opened a new mobile MRI that will provide state-of-the-art diagnostic imaging for active duty, Veterans, military families and retirees at the naval hospital, Tuesday, September 25. Female Vets Team Up at Sports Clinic http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/Female_Vets_Team_Up_at_Sports_Clinic.asp Fri, 21 Sep 2012 13:00:00 EDT

]]>An all-female team of disabled Vets has formed at the National Veterans Summer Sports Clinic, a first for the annual program. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Female_Vets_Team_Up_at_Sports_Clinic_1348245838519 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/MercuryTeam-small.jpg Mercury Divas Make History at the 5th Summer Sports Clinic An all-female team of disabled Vets has formed at the National Veterans Summer Sports Clinic, a first for the annual program. Female Vets form Team An all-female team of disabled Vets has formed at the National Veterans Summer Sports Clinic, a first for the annual program. New VA Integrated Service Network Director http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/NEW_VA_Integrated_Service_Network_Director.asp Mon, 17 Sep 2012 08:30:00 EDT

]]>The Office of the Deputy Under Secretary for Health for Operations and Management would like to extend a warm welcome to Mr. Charles Sepich, FACHE, to the role of Network Director for VISN 7, VA Southeast Network, effective September 9, 2012. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/NEW_VA_Integrated_Service_Network_Director_1347886393790 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/sepich_small1.jpg Mr. Charles Sepich The Office of the Deputy Under Secretary for Health for Operations and Management would like to extend a warm welcome to Mr. Charles Sepich, FACHE, to the role of Network Director for VISN 7, VA Southeast Network, effective September 9, 2012. New Service Network Director The Office of the Deputy Under Secretary for Health for Operations and Management would like to extend a warm welcome to Mr. Charles Sepich, FACHE, to the role of Network Director for VISN 7, VA Southeast Network, effective September 9, 2012. Veterans on Deck featured on Great American Country http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/Veterans_on_Deck_featured_on_Great_American_Country.asp Thu, 23 Aug 2012 11:00:00 EDT

]]>Dr. Ronald Acierno, Director of the Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Team and Executive Director of Veterans on Deck, and Veterans showed off the program to Country Superstar Trace Adkins during taping of a segment for Great American Country (GAC) TV that will begin airing Wednesday, August 29 at 8:00 p.m. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Veterans_on_Deck_featured_on_Great_American_Country_1345745322202 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/FeatureImages/VODsmall.jpg Veterans on Deck Program Dr. Ronald Acierno, Director of the Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Team and Executive Director of Veterans on Deck, and Veterans showed off the program to Country Superstar Trace Adkins during taping of a segment for Great American Country (GAC) TV that will begin airing Wednesday, August 29 at 8:00 p.m. GAC features Veterans on Deck Dr. Ronald Acierno, Director of the Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Team and Executive Director of Veterans on Deck, and Veterans showed off the program to Country Superstar Trace Adkins during taping of a segment for Great American Country (GAC) TV that will begin airing Wednesday, August 29 at 8:00 p.m. Director Named VHA Mentor of the Year http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/Director_named_VHA_Mentor_of_the_Year.asp Thu, 02 Aug 2012 12:45:00 EDT

]]>Ms. Carolyn Adams, Director of the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center, Charleston, was selected as the 2012 VHA’s Certified Mentor of the Year. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Director_named_VHA_Mentor_of_the_Year_1343926149112 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/FeatureImages/Adamsthumb2.jpg 2012 VHA Mentor of the Year Ms. Carolyn Adams, Director of the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center, Charleston, was selected as the 2012 VHA’s Certified Mentor of the Year. 2012 VHA Mentor of the Year Ms. Carolyn Adams, Director of the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center, Charleston, was selected as the 2012 VHA’s Certified Mentor of the Year. Feds Feed Families Food Drive http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/Feds_Feed_Families_Food_Drive.asp Thu, 02 Aug 2012 12:45:00 EDT

]]>The annual Feds Feed Families Food Drive gives Federal employees the opportunity to donate non-perishable food items to help stock local food banks.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Feds_Feed_Families_Food_Drive_1343928321201 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/FeatureImages/fedsfeedthumb.jpg Feds Feed Families The annual Feds Feed Families Food Drive gives Federal employees the opportunity to donate non-perishable food items to help stock local food banks. Feds Feed Families Food Drive The annual Feds Feed Families Food Drive gives Federal employees the opportunity to donate non-perishable food items to help stock local food banks. Hinesville Primary Care Clinic celebrates 1st anniversary http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/Hinesville_Primary_Care_Clinic_celebrates_1st_anniversary.asp Fri, 06 Jul 2012 09:47:00 EDT

]]>In its first year Hinesville Primary Care Clinic has provided more than 4,000 outpatient visits to some 2,400 Veterans in Liberty County.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Hinesville_Primary_Care_Clinic_celebrates_1st_anniversary_1341583476732 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/images/features/Hinesville.jpg Hinesville holds 1st anniversary celebration July 6 In its first year Hinesville Primary Care Clinic has provided more than 4,000 outpatient visits to some 2,400 Veterans in Liberty County. Hinesville 1st Anniversary In its first year Hinesville Primary Care Clinic has provided more than 4,000 outpatient visits to some 2,400 Veterans in Liberty County. Welcome Home 2012 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/WelcomeHome.asp Wed, 21 Mar 2012 08:00:00 EDT

]]>The Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center along with partner South Carolina Department of Employment and Work Force will host its fifth annual Welcome Home event for all Veterans, active duty service members and their families aboard the USS Yorktown May 17 from 11:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/WelcomeHome_1332339832827 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/FeatureImages/WelcomeHomeS.jpg Veterans at Welcome Home 2011 The Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center along with partner South Carolina Department of Employment and Work Force will host its fifth annual Welcome Home event for all Veterans, active duty service members and their families aboard the USS Yorktown May 17 from 11:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. Welcome Home Job/Health Fair The Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center along with partner South Carolina Department of Employment and Work Force will host its fifth annual Welcome Home event for all Veterans, active duty service members and their families aboard the USS Yorktown May 17 from 11:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. 2012 Large Employer of the Year http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/EOY.asp Fri, 02 Mar 2012 07:00:00 EST

]]>The Summerville Mayor’s Committee on Employment of People with Disabilities recognized the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center as its 2012 Large Employer of the Year today for its demonstrated commitment to employing citizens who live with disabilities. Nine percent of the VA medical center’s 1,800 employees report having a disability.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/EOY_1330691778448 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/FeatureImages/McGee180.jpg Matthew McGee, who is visually impaired, joined the Charleston VAMC team through our partnership with S.C. Commission for the Blind. The Summerville Mayor’s Committee on Employment of People with Disabilities recognized the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center as its 2012 Large Employer of the Year today for its demonstrated commitment to employing citizens who live with disabilities. Nine percent of the VA medical center’s 1,800 employees report having a disability. 2012 Large Employer of Year The Summerville Mayor’s Committee on Employment of People with Disabilities recognized the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center as its 2012 Large Employer of the Year today for its demonstrated commitment to employing citizens who live with disabilities. Nine percent of the VA medical center’s 1,800 employees report having a disability. Job Fair http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/JobFair.asp Thu, 16 Feb 2012 11:00:00 EST

]]>Congressman Tim Scott will host a Veterans Job Fair at the North Charleston Convention Center Feb. 22 from 11:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. in partnership with the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center and SC Works Trident of the SC Department of Employment and Workforce.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/JobFair_1329407796381 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/FeatureImages/jobS.jpg Job Fair Congressman Tim Scott will host a Veterans Job Fair at the North Charleston Convention Center Feb. 22 from 11:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. in partnership with the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center and SC Works Trident of the SC Department of Employment and Workforce. Job Fair Congressman Tim Scott will host a Veterans Job Fair at the North Charleston Convention Center Feb. 22 from 11:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. in partnership with the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center and SC Works Trident of the SC Department of Employment and Workforce. USS Ralph Johnson http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/USSRalphJohnson.asp Thu, 16 Feb 2012 11:00:00 EST

]]>Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus announced that a new Arleigh Burker class guided-missile destroyer will be named the USS Ralph Johnson in recognition of the Charleston native’s sacrifices while serving with the U.S. Marines in Vietnam.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/USSRalphJohnson_1329408121196 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/FeatureImages/shipS.jpg Arleigh Burker class guided-missile destroyer Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus announced that a new Arleigh Burker class guided-missile destroyer will be named the USS Ralph Johnson in recognition of the Charleston native’s sacrifices while serving with the U.S. Marines in Vietnam. USS Ralph Johnson Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus announced that a new Arleigh Burker class guided-missile destroyer will be named the USS Ralph Johnson in recognition of the Charleston native’s sacrifices while serving with the U.S. Marines in Vietnam. Joint Incentive Fund Project - Mobile MRI http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/MobileMRI.asp Thu, 19 Jan 2012 07:00:00 EST

]]>Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center and Department of Defense partners will receive $2,274,000 to purchase a mobile MRI to be located at Naval Hospital Beaufort, and $372,000 for a joint venture that adds ophthalmology specialty services at the VA-DoD Optometry Clinic at Joint Base Charleston-Weapons through the federal government’s Joint Incentive Fund (JIF).]]> templatedata/content/features/data/MobileMRI_1326976888301 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/FeatureImages/GooseCrMRIs.jpg Goose Creek Mobile MRI Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center and Department of Defense partners will receive $2,274,000 to purchase a mobile MRI to be located at Naval Hospital Beaufort, and $372,000 for a joint venture that adds ophthalmology specialty services at the VA-DoD Optometry Clinic at Joint Base Charleston-Weapons through the federal government’s Joint Incentive Fund (JIF). Joint Incentive Fund Project Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center and Department of Defense partners will receive $2,274,000 to purchase a mobile MRI to be located at Naval Hospital Beaufort, and $372,000 for a joint venture that adds ophthalmology specialty services at the VA-DoD Optometry Clinic at Joint Base Charleston-Weapons through the federal government’s Joint Incentive Fund (JIF). Female Veterans at Higher Risk for Suicide http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/Female_Veterans_at_Higher_Risk_for_Suicide.asp Mon, 09 Jan 2012 07:00:00 EST

]]>Even though men die from suicide almost four times as often, suicide attempts are almost tripled for women. Suicide is the eleventh leading cause of death in the United States and kills more people each year than homicide or AIDS. Women in their 40s and 50s are taking their own lives more often than other same gender related age groups, but with more women joining the Armed Forces, death by suicide for women is expected to increase. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Female_Veterans_at_Higher_Risk_for_Suicide_1326112705262 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/FeatureImages/WomenSSS.jpg Suicide Hotline Even though men die from suicide almost four times as often, suicide attempts are almost tripled for women. Suicide is the eleventh leading cause of death in the United States and kills more people each year than homicide or AIDS. Women in their 40s and 50s are taking their own lives more often than other same gender related age groups, but with more women joining the Armed Forces, death by suicide for women is expected to increase. Higher Risk for Suicide Even though men die from suicide almost four times as often, suicide attempts are almost tripled for women. Suicide is the eleventh leading cause of death in the United States and kills more people each year than homicide or AIDS. Women in their 40s and 50s are taking their own lives more often than other same gender related age groups, but with more women joining the Armed Forces, death by suicide for women is expected to increase. New Year Fitness http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/fitness.asp Tue, 03 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

]]>The holidays are over and you probably didn’t watch your eating habits as closely as the rest of the year and who can blame you? Thanksgiving means turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, pecan, pumpkin, or cherry pie (or all three!). ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/fitness_1325598047749 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/FeatureImages/fitnessS.jpg Mother and child doing fitness The holidays are over and you probably didn’t watch your eating habits as closely as the rest of the year and who can blame you? Thanksgiving means turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, pecan, pumpkin, or cherry pie (or all three!). Getting Back into Shape The holidays are over and you probably didn’t watch your eating habits as closely as the rest of the year and who can blame you? Thanksgiving means turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, pecan, pumpkin, or cherry pie (or all three!). Breast Cancer Awareness http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/BCA.asp Tue, 03 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

]]>Veterans Affairs facilities around the country marked Breast Cancer Awareness Month with everything from Twitter parties and Race for the Cure teams to lectures on the emotional aspects of breast cancer, extended hours for mammograms and a few people who wore pink showing their support.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/BCA_1325597505175 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/FeatureImages/BCTridentS.jpg Trident Clinic Shows their support by wearing pink. Veterans Affairs facilities around the country marked Breast Cancer Awareness Month with everything from Twitter parties and Race for the Cure teams to lectures on the emotional aspects of breast cancer, extended hours for mammograms and a few people who wore pink showing their support. Mammograms and self-exams Veterans Affairs facilities around the country marked Breast Cancer Awareness Month with everything from Twitter parties and Race for the Cure teams to lectures on the emotional aspects of breast cancer, extended hours for mammograms and a few people who wore pink showing their support. Guitars for Vets http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/G4V.asp Mon, 19 Dec 2011 07:00:00 EST

]]>Music therapy has been embraced for years as an effective therapy to help Veteran patients cope with physical or emotional injuries. Now Charleston VAMC is expanding its program by starting a Guitars for Vets chapter offering lessons, instruments, and healing to participating patients. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/G4V_1324297992344 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/FeatureImages/G4vSmall.jpg Guitars for Vets Music therapy has been embraced for years as an effective therapy to help Veteran patients cope with physical or emotional injuries. Now Charleston VAMC is expanding its program by starting a Guitars for Vets chapter offering lessons, instruments, and healing to participating patients. Guitars for Vets Music therapy has been embraced for years as an effective therapy to help Veteran patients cope with physical or emotional injuries. Now Charleston VAMC is expanding its program by starting a Guitars for Vets chapter offering lessons, instruments, and healing to participating patients. PFCC Lounge Grand Opening http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/LoungeOpening.asp Wed, 30 Nov 2011 08:00:00 EST

]]>The Ralph H. Johnson Medical Center’s new Patient Family Lounge opened its doors on Nov. 15 receiving high praise from Veterans and their loved ones for its family friendly environment.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/LoungeOpening_1322661659075 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/FeatureImages/PFCCLounge-180.jpg Misty Fogelman and her son Landon Kates The Ralph H. Johnson Medical Center’s new Patient Family Lounge opened its doors on Nov. 15 receiving high praise from Veterans and their loved ones for its family friendly environment. PFCC Lounge The Ralph H. Johnson Medical Center’s new Patient Family Lounge opened its doors on Nov. 15 receiving high praise from Veterans and their loved ones for its family friendly environment. Suicide http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/Suicide.asp Sun, 20 Nov 2011 07:00:00 EST

]]>According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC, 2008), suicide is now the tenth leading cause of death in the United States for males and the numbers are rising for females. Both the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and Department of Defense (DoD) say Veterans are at a higher risk than civilians who have not served. Frequency, length and location of deployments, extreme stress, physical or sexual assault and service-related injuries are specific risks to Servicemembers.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Suicide_1321877915316 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/FeatureImages/suicideS.jpg Suicide Hotline According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC, 2008), suicide is now the tenth leading cause of death in the United States for males and the numbers are rising for females. Both the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and Department of Defense (DoD) say Veterans are at a higher risk than civilians who have not served. Frequency, length and location of deployments, extreme stress, physical or sexual assault and service-related injuries are specific risks to Servicemembers. Higher Risk for Suicide According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC, 2008), suicide is now the tenth leading cause of death in the United States for males and the numbers are rising for females. Both the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and Department of Defense (DoD) say Veterans are at a higher risk than civilians who have not served. Frequency, length and location of deployments, extreme stress, physical or sexual assault and service-related injuries are specific risks to Servicemembers. Stand Down 2011 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/StandDown2011.asp Sun, 20 Nov 2011 07:00:00 EST

]]>More than 1,990 homeless and persons in need, including over 560 Veterans, came seeking medical care, shelter, clothing, job assistance and more at the 12th annual Stand Down Against Homelessness in North Charleston Oct. 27 and 28.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/StandDown2011_1321877509172 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/FeatureImages/StandDownsmall.jpg VA Dentist checks the teeth of a homeless woman More than 1,990 homeless and persons in need, including over 560 Veterans, came seeking medical care, shelter, clothing, job assistance and more at the 12th annual Stand Down Against Homelessness in North Charleston Oct. 27 and 28. Stand Down Enrolls 40+ Veteran More than 1,990 homeless and persons in need, including over 560 Veterans, came seeking medical care, shelter, clothing, job assistance and more at the 12th annual Stand Down Against Homelessness in North Charleston Oct. 27 and 28. Healthcare Food Service Workers Week http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/Healthcare_Food_Service_Workers_Week.asp Fri, 07 Oct 2011 09:30:00 EDT

]]>National Healthcare Food Service Workers Week honors each member of the dedicated, hard working food service staff at Ralph H. Johnson VAMC. This week promotes nutrition and food services as an integral aspect of healthcare.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Healthcare_Food_Service_Workers_Week_1317994855155 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/FeatureImages/FoodSevWeekS.jpg Patient Receives noon meal National Healthcare Food Service Workers Week honors each member of the dedicated, hard working food service staff at Ralph H. Johnson VAMC. This week promotes nutrition and food services as an integral aspect of healthcare. Food Service Week National Healthcare Food Service Workers Week honors each member of the dedicated, hard working food service staff at Ralph H. Johnson VAMC. This week promotes nutrition and food services as an integral aspect of healthcare. Patient, family involvement key to PFCC http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/PFCC1.asp Thu, 06 Oct 2011 09:00:00 EDT

]]>Medical Care and the treatment of Veterans is not just about treating a combat wound or a mental health condition. It’s about treating the patient as a whole and getting them involved in their treatment.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/PFCC1_1317994040134 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/FeatureImages/pfccs.jpg dOCTOR HELP pATIENT Medical Care and the treatment of Veterans is not just about treating a combat wound or a mental health condition. It’s about treating the patient as a whole and getting them involved in their treatment. PFCC Medical Care and the treatment of Veterans is not just about treating a combat wound or a mental health condition. It’s about treating the patient as a whole and getting them involved in their treatment. Crisis Ministries http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/CM.asp Thu, 29 Sep 2011 13:00:00 EDT

]]>Nearly 100 volunteers from The Home Depot and The Mission Continues teamed up to make some much-needed renovations and repairs to the facilities of Crisis Ministries, a nonprofit organization which provides food and shelter to end homelessness and hunger in the Charleston, S.C. area.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/CM_1317319768687 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/FeatureImages/CMs.jpg Volunteers Nearly 100 volunteers from The Home Depot and The Mission Continues teamed up to make some much-needed renovations and repairs to the facilities of Crisis Ministries, a nonprofit organization which provides food and shelter to end homelessness and hunger in the Charleston, S.C. area. Crisis Ministries Nearly 100 volunteers from The Home Depot and The Mission Continues teamed up to make some much-needed renovations and repairs to the facilities of Crisis Ministries, a nonprofit organization which provides food and shelter to end homelessness and hunger in the Charleston, S.C. area. Among the Floating Benches http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/Benches.asp Thu, 29 Sep 2011 13:00:00 EDT

]]>Col. Mary Martin knew what she wanted in life. She wanted to be a nurse. She wanted to serve in the military so she joined the Air Force. She wanted to teach so she joined the faculty at the MUSC College of Nursing after she retired from active duty.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Benches_1317322547533 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/FeatureImages/911s.jpg Floating Benches at Pentagon Memorial Col. Mary Martin knew what she wanted in life. She wanted to be a nurse. She wanted to serve in the military so she joined the Air Force. She wanted to teach so she joined the faculty at the MUSC College of Nursing after she retired from active duty. Among the Floating Benches Col. Mary Martin knew what she wanted in life. She wanted to be a nurse. She wanted to serve in the military so she joined the Air Force. She wanted to teach so she joined the faculty at the MUSC College of Nursing after she retired from active duty. Million Veteran Program http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/MVP.asp Fri, 23 Sep 2011 09:00:00 EDT

]]>MVP is a national, voluntary research program conducted by the Department of Veterans Affairs, Office of Research and Development, that collects genetic and health information to help lead to new ways of preventing and treating illness.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/MVP_1316790787448 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/FeatureImages/MVP180.jpg Million Veteran Program Logo MVP is a national, voluntary research program conducted by the Department of Veterans Affairs, Office of Research and Development, that collects genetic and health information to help lead to new ways of preventing and treating illness. MVP MVP is a national, voluntary research program conducted by the Department of Veterans Affairs, Office of Research and Development, that collects genetic and health information to help lead to new ways of preventing and treating illness. VA fights rising female homelessness http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/CWHomelessness.asp Fri, 23 Sep 2011 08:00:00 EST

]]>Homelessness is on the rise amongst female Veterans, a group that is at four times greater risk than their male counterparts. With women making up approximately 15 percent of the U.S. active duty military, and 20 percent of the National Guard and Reserve, VA estimates there are currently 1.8 million female Veterans.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/CWHomelessness_1316779228995 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/FeatureImages/CWHomeless180.jpg Social Worker helps homeless Veteran Homelessness is on the rise amongst female Veterans, a group that is at four times greater risk than their male counterparts. With women making up approximately 15 percent of the U.S. active duty military, and 20 percent of the National Guard and Reserve, VA estimates there are currently 1.8 million female Veterans. VA fights rising female homele Homelessness is on the rise amongst female Veterans, a group that is at four times greater risk than their male counterparts. With women making up approximately 15 percent of the U.S. active duty military, and 20 percent of the National Guard and Reserve, VA estimates there are currently 1.8 million female Veterans. Health Promotion and Disease Prevention http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/Health_Promotion_and_Disease_Prevention.asp Fri, 16 Sep 2011 08:00:00 EDT

]]>The Health Promotion and Disease Prevention program supports caregivers with resources and training that help motivate and educate Veterans on how to live healthier lifestyles while becoming better at managing their own health.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Health_Promotion_and_Disease_Prevention_1316195241414 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/FeatureImages/HPDP180.jpg Health Promotion and Disease Prevention The Health Promotion and Disease Prevention program supports caregivers with resources and training that help motivate and educate Veterans on how to live healthier lifestyles while becoming better at managing their own health. HPDP The Health Promotion and Disease Prevention program supports caregivers with resources and training that help motivate and educate Veterans on how to live healthier lifestyles while becoming better at managing their own health. Compensation and Pension http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/CandP.asp Wed, 14 Sep 2011 08:00:00 EDT

]]>Charleston VAMC opened a new Compensation and Pension clinic at Joint Base Charleston- Weapons on Aug. 22 to better meet the needs of Lowcountry Veterans filling disability claims with VA’s Veterans Benefits Administration. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/CandP_1316009734182 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/FeatureImages/CandP-Outside180.jpg Compensation and Pension Clinic Charleston VAMC opened a new Compensation and Pension clinic at Joint Base Charleston- Weapons on Aug. 22 to better meet the needs of Lowcountry Veterans filling disability claims with VA’s Veterans Benefits Administration. Compensation and Pension Charleston VAMC opened a new Compensation and Pension clinic at Joint Base Charleston- Weapons on Aug. 22 to better meet the needs of Lowcountry Veterans filling disability claims with VA’s Veterans Benefits Administration. Hurricane Alert Information http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/HurricaneBePrepared.asp Tue, 23 Aug 2011 08:00:00 EDT

]]>Be Prepared Preventing the loss of life and minimizing the damage to property from hurricanes are responsibilities that are shared by all.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/HurricaneBePrepared_1314103622483 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/images/r_u_prepared2.jpg Are You Prepared Be Prepared Preventing the loss of life and minimizing the damage to property from hurricanes are responsibilities that are shared by all. Hurricane Alert Information Be Prepared Preventing the loss of life and minimizing the damage to property from hurricanes are responsibilities that are shared by all. Charleston’s First Bariatric Patient http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/Charlestons_first_bariatric_patient.asp Wed, 15 Jun 2011 13:00:00 EDT

]]>William McCracken is the first bariatric patient at the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center. He is 5’4 and weighs just over 220 pounds. In the realm of obesity, he is not that big. However, his body mass index is 38, which is considered morbidly obese. He has diabetes, high blood pressure and sleep apnea. Even though he lost 90 pounds, he kept putting it back on. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Charlestons_first_bariatric_patient_1308161102453 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/FeatureImages/williams.jpg William McCracken Charleston’s first bariatric patient William McCracken is the first bariatric patient at the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center. He is 5’4 and weighs just over 220 pounds. In the realm of obesity, he is not that big. However, his body mass index is 38, which is considered morbidly obese. He has diabetes, high blood pressure and sleep apnea. Even though he lost 90 pounds, he kept putting it back on. First bariatric patient William McCracken is the first bariatric patient at the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center. He is 5’4 and weighs just over 220 pounds. In the realm of obesity, he is not that big. However, his body mass index is 38, which is considered morbidly obese. He has diabetes, high blood pressure and sleep apnea. Even though he lost 90 pounds, he kept putting it back on. Bariatric Team Performs First Surgery http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/Bariatric_Team_Performs_First_Surgery.asp Wed, 15 Jun 2011 13:00:00 EDT

]]>The Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center performed it first bariatric surgery in the Center for Bariatric and Minimally Invasive Surgery recently.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Bariatric_Team_Performs_First_Surgery_1308158952918 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/FeatureImages/bariatric-team-1.jpg Bariatric Surgery Team The Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center performed it first bariatric surgery in the Center for Bariatric and Minimally Invasive Surgery recently. First Bariatric Surgery The Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center performed it first bariatric surgery in the Center for Bariatric and Minimally Invasive Surgery recently. National Veterans Creative Arts Competition http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/Arts.asp Thu, 26 May 2011 07:00:00 EDT

]]>Three residents of the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center’s Patriots Harbor Community Living Center recently had art selected for entry to the National Veterans Creative Arts Competition. Robert Eadie painted “Tigers,” Robert Spencer painted “Clock,” and Dennis Brown drew “Faces,” and each received certificates of participation.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Arts_1306408695696 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/FeatureImages/VeteransArtGallery-s.jpg Veterans Art Gallery Three residents of the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center’s Patriots Harbor Community Living Center recently had art selected for entry to the National Veterans Creative Arts Competition. Robert Eadie painted “Tigers,” Robert Spencer painted “Clock,” and Dennis Brown drew “Faces,” and each received certificates of participation. Arts competition and Festival Three residents of the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center’s Patriots Harbor Community Living Center recently had art selected for entry to the National Veterans Creative Arts Competition. Robert Eadie painted “Tigers,” Robert Spencer painted “Clock,” and Dennis Brown drew “Faces,” and each received certificates of participation. SOARS Results - Outstanding Visit! http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/SOARS_Visit.asp Thu, 26 May 2011 07:00:00 EDT

]]>The Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center met all expectations during the System-wide Ongoing Assessment and Review Strategy visit held here in mid-May. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/SOARS_Visit_1306411824158 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/FeatureImages/HospitalS.jpg Charleston VAMC The Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center met all expectations during the System-wide Ongoing Assessment and Review Strategy visit held here in mid-May. SOARS Results The Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center met all expectations during the System-wide Ongoing Assessment and Review Strategy visit held here in mid-May. FEA Awards http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/FEA_Awards.asp Wed, 25 May 2011 08:00:00 EDT

]]>Three employees from the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center won awards at the Federal Executive Association annual awards luncheon Wednesday. The Greater Charleston FEA is an organization participating in the Federal Executive Board program established in 1961 by President John F. Kennedy to support this coordination, because approximately 88 percent of all Federal employees work outside the national capital area.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/FEA_Awards_1306352367175 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/FEA-s.jpg FEA Awards Three employees from the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center won awards at the Federal Executive Association annual awards luncheon Wednesday. The Greater Charleston FEA is an organization participating in the Federal Executive Board program established in 1961 by President John F. Kennedy to support this coordination, because approximately 88 percent of all Federal employees work outside the national capital area. VA Hospital Employees Win FEA Three employees from the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center won awards at the Federal Executive Association annual awards luncheon Wednesday. The Greater Charleston FEA is an organization participating in the Federal Executive Board program established in 1961 by President John F. Kennedy to support this coordination, because approximately 88 percent of all Federal employees work outside the national capital area. VA Docs Return From Japan http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/VA_Docs_Return_From_Japan.asp Thu, 19 May 2011 07:00:00 EDT

]]>Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center mental health professionals, Dr. Peter Tuerk and Dr. Matt Yoder, recently returned from Japan where they trained students and faculty in evidence-based Post Traumatic Stress Disorders following the massive earthquake and subsequent tsunami. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/VA_Docs_Return_From_Japan_1305804516431 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/images/features/Tsunami-s.jpg Image of Damage in Japan Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center mental health professionals, Dr. Peter Tuerk and Dr. Matt Yoder, recently returned from Japan where they trained students and faculty in evidence-based Post Traumatic Stress Disorders following the massive earthquake and subsequent tsunami. PTSD therapy Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center mental health professionals, Dr. Peter Tuerk and Dr. Matt Yoder, recently returned from Japan where they trained students and faculty in evidence-based Post Traumatic Stress Disorders following the massive earthquake and subsequent tsunami. Optometry Clinic Grand Opening http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/OptometryOpening.asp Tue, 17 May 2011 07:00:00 EDT

]]>The Optometry Clinic grand opening ribbon cutting ceremony is scheduled for Tuesday, May 17 at 10 a.m. at the clinic located at Joint Base Charleston-Weapons Station in Building 746, which is located outside the gated base.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/OptometryOpening_1305631572197 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/images/features/04282011-OptometryClinic-006s.jpg Optometry Clinic Grand Opening The Optometry Clinic grand opening ribbon cutting ceremony is scheduled for Tuesday, May 17 at 10 a.m. at the clinic located at Joint Base Charleston-Weapons Station in Building 746, which is located outside the gated base. Optometry Clinic Grand Opening The Optometry Clinic grand opening ribbon cutting ceremony is scheduled for Tuesday, May 17 at 10 a.m. at the clinic located at Joint Base Charleston-Weapons Station in Building 746, which is located outside the gated base. The Ralph H. Johnson 25 plus VA Research Club http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/NRW2011.asp Fri, 06 May 2011 13:00:00 EDT

]]>Five investigators at the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center Research department have studied various illnesses and diseases for more than 25 years. They brought in more than $1.4 million in VA grant money and over $2.4 million in non-VA research dollars in 2010. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/NRW2011_1304702873954 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/researcher.jpg National Research Week Image Five investigators at the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center Research department have studied various illnesses and diseases for more than 25 years. They brought in more than $1.4 million in VA grant money and over $2.4 million in non-VA research dollars in 2010. National Research Club Five investigators at the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center Research department have studied various illnesses and diseases for more than 25 years. They brought in more than $1.4 million in VA grant money and over $2.4 million in non-VA research dollars in 2010. Welcome Home 2011 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/WelcomeHome2011.asp Tue, 03 May 2011 08:00:00 EDT

]]>The Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center will host Welcome Home 2011 for returning all Veterans, active duty service members and their families aboard the USS Yorktown on May 5 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/WelcomeHome2011_1304424731912 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/images/WelcomeHome-Feature.jpg Welcome Home 2011 Feature The Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center will host Welcome Home 2011 for returning all Veterans, active duty service members and their families aboard the USS Yorktown on May 5 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Welcome Home 2011 The Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center will host Welcome Home 2011 for returning all Veterans, active duty service members and their families aboard the USS Yorktown on May 5 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. VA's PACT with Veterans http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/VA_PACT_with_Veterans.asp Mon, 31 Jan 2011 07:00:00 EDT

]]>The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is announcing a new initiative focused on patient-centered health care delivery within the vast VA health care system, including here at the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/VA_PACT_with_Veterans_1296242142135 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/PACTlogo.jpg PACT (Patient Aligned Care Team) logo The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is announcing a new initiative focused on patient-centered health care delivery within the vast VA health care system, including here at the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center. VA's PACT with Veterans The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is announcing a new initiative focused on patient-centered health care delivery within the vast VA health care system, including here at the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center. Charleston VA Psychologist Wins Prestigious Olin E. Teague Award http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/features/Charleston_VA_Psychologist_Wins_Prestigious_Olin_E_Teague_Award.asp Fri, 22 Oct 2010 19:32:00 EDT

]]>Charleston VA Psychologist Peter Tuerk, Ph.D., was nationally recognized for his treatment for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder that has proven to be exceptionally beneficial to the rehabilitation of war-injured Veterans.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Charleston_VA_Psychologist_Wins_Prestigious_Olin_E_Teague_Award_1287790525946 http://www.charleston.va.gov/CHARLESTON/images/TuerkPTSD180x130web.jpg Dr. Peter Tuerk listens to a patient with PTSD. Charleston VA Psychologist Peter Tuerk, Ph.D., was nationally recognized for his treatment for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder that has proven to be exceptionally beneficial to the rehabilitation of war-injured Veterans. VA Psychologist Honored Charleston VA Psychologist Peter Tuerk, Ph.D., was nationally recognized for his treatment for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder that has proven to be exceptionally beneficial to the rehabilitation of war-injured Veterans.