Local Features - VA Northeast Ohio Healthcare System

VANEOHS Announces Stakeholder Listening Sessions

Tue, 30 Mar 2021 15:30:00 EDT

VA Northeast Ohio Healthcare System announces stakeholder listening sessions April 13 at 9 a.m. as part of ongoing effort to guide the future of VA health care. Sign up today! Read the full story

Creating a New Normal: VANEOHS Tackles COVID-19

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 15:00:00 EDT

Creating a New Normal: VANEOHS Tackles COVID-19 explores the healthcare system's response to the pandemic. Through the eyes of those who were there, learn what the hospital did to ensure local Veterans were cared for. Read the full story

Joint Letter to Northeast Ohio

Thu, 23 Jul 2020 08:00:00 EDT

Joint letter from Northeast Ohio Healthcare Institutions asking Northeast Ohio to protect themselves and each other by following simple life-saving steps to prevent illness. Read the full story

Consolidating Primary Care in Response to COVID-19

Fri, 20 Mar 2020 14:00:00 EDT

In preparation for an anticipated surge of COVID-19 patients, VA Northeast Ohio Healthcare System is converting eight outpatient locations throughout Northeast Ohio to tele-triage. Read the full story

Mark Wolcott Award

Fri, 24 Jan 2020 14:00:00 EST

Dr. Robert A. Bonomo will receive the 2020 Mark Wolcott Award for Excellence in Clinical Research from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs during a ceremony this February. Read the full story

Toy Adaptation Workshop

Fri, 27 Dec 2019 16:00:00 EST

The Toy Adaptation Workshop is an annual at the Cleveland VA Medical Center where VA patients and staff adapt toys with external switches and assistive devices so children with disabilities can use. Read the full story

VA Staff Team up for Vet to See Son Get Married

Fri, 30 Aug 2019 15:30:00 EDT

VA staff teamed up Sunday, August 25, 2019 to ensure U.S. Marine Corps Veteran Fred Miller witnessed his son's married. The wedding took place at Cleveland VA Medical Center's chapel. Read the full story

VANEOHS Recognized as a Leader in Geriatric Care

Wed, 06 Mar 2019 14:45:00 EST

The Geriatric Emergency Department Collaborative (GEDC) selected the Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center to be its first VA partner institution, helping to drive the future of aging-friendly emergency care. Read the full story

VA Northeast Ohio Goes Smoke Free

Wed, 06 Feb 2019 13:35:00 EST

VA Northeast Ohio Healthcare System is going smoke-free February 1, 2019 for all inpatients at Cleveland VA Medical Center. All employees, visitors, Veterans and volunteers may use the two designated smoking areas. Read the full story

Air Force Veteran Helps Track Santa

Thu, 20 Dec 2018 15:00:00 EST

Air Force Veteran Laurie Turner participated in NORAD's Santa tracking tradition in 2003. The tradition began in 1955 and still continues today. Laurie tells of the magic it brought to her holiday season! Read the full story

VA & Lorain County Sheriff’s Office Team Up

Tue, 29 May 2018 16:00:00 EDT

The Northeast Ohio VA Healthcare System Police teamed up recently with the Lorain County Sheriff’s Office in a joint effort to help Lorain County Veterans in crisis when police respond. Read the full story

94-Year-Old, Blind, Veteran to Ski for First Time

Fri, 30 Mar 2018 08:55:00 EDT

A blind, 94-year-old Veteran from Stark County, is heading to Snowmass Village, Colorado to participate in the 2018 Winter Sports Clinic, becoming the oldest Veteran to ever participate in the challenging clinic. Read the full story

Home for the Holidays

Thu, 14 Dec 2017 09:03:00 EST

A U.S. Army Veteran from Northeast Ohio, is getting her wish to be home for the holidays after months of living in patient care at the Cleveland VA Medical Center, where she was bedridden and on a breathing ventilator. Read the full story

Paralyzed Veteran Regains Use of Arm

Tue, 28 Mar 2017 17:30:00 EDT

Thanks to Kochevar’s participation in BrainGate2, the Cleveland Veteran can use his right arm to make meaningful movements like scratching his nose, drinking coffee, and even feeding himself mashed potatoes. Read the full story

Cleveland Takes New Steps to Tackle "Superbugs"

Tue, 07 Mar 2017 14:50:00 EST

A new entity, Case VA CARES, will combine firepower from both Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and the Cleveland VA to battle against antibiotic resistance. Read the full story

Enhanced Technology Empowers Veterans

Mon, 05 Dec 2016 13:40:00 EST

Rehab Program Managers at the Cleveland VA Medical Center teamed up with Veterans Health Administration Innovation Program to enable disabled Veterans to perform everyday tasks independently with new technology. Read the full story

Cleveland Indians World Series Run

Tue, 25 Oct 2016 11:33:00 EDT

Some say it’s a coincidence but here at the Cleveland VA Medical Center we know the truth, if you want to get to the World Series, your first stop is with us at the Cleveland VA. Read the full story

Fox Trot to Benefit Cleveland VA

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 11:00:00 EDT

The Cleveland VA is grateful for the kindness of the Fox Trot participants and looks forward to improving the quality of life for our nation’s heroes through the generosity of race participants and Fox 8. Read the full story

Gold Star Awards for Cleveland VA Primary Care

Thu, 30 Jun 2016 08:00:00 EDT

All Northeast Ohio VA Healthcare System primary care clinics received a Better Health Partnership Gold Star award for outstanding achievement in key measures during the 2015 report to the community. Read the full story

2016 PECASE AWARD

Fri, 11 Mar 2016 15:00:00 EST

Dr. Paul Marasco, a Principle Investigator Cleveland VA Researcher will receive the 2016 Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers during a White House ceremony this spring. Read the full story

2016 International Excellence Award

Thu, 03 Mar 2016 09:00:00 EDT

Cleveland VA Chief of Medical Service first non-European to receive the 2016 International Excellence Award from the European Society of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Disease. Read the full story

VA Research Impacts Infectious Disease Control

Tue, 20 Oct 2015 15:00:00 EDT

Researchers at the Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center (VAMC) are changing the way hospitals around the country prevent infectious diseases. They are impacting and improving conditions for our Veterans. Read the full story

Cleveland VAMC Best Workplace

Fri, 25 Sep 2015 14:00:00 EDT

Louis Stokes Cleveland VAMC received the prestigious NorthCoast 99 designation as one of Northeast Ohio's Top 99 places to work. NorthCoast 99 is an annual recognition program that honors top talent in northeast Ohio. Read the full story

Employee Appreciation Second Series

Fri, 04 Sep 2015 13:15:00 EDT

Cleveland VAMC Outpatient Clinic staff receive praise for their dedication to Veterans in the Northeast area of Ohio. This is the second in the series of appreciation letters. Read the full story

Employee Appreciation

Wed, 26 Aug 2015 10:00:00 EDT

Staff of the Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center receive praise and thank you letters from Veterans and family members - leading up to annual Employee Appreciation Day Cookout. Read the full story

Pain Management Helps Veterans

Fri, 20 Mar 2015 13:30:00 EDT

Alternative Chronic Pain Interventions Leads to Less Reliance on Opioids at Cleveland VA; Practices Earn Pain Management Center National Award Read the full story

Veterans Can Now Track Delivery of Prescriptions

Wed, 24 Dec 2014 14:30:00 EDT

A VA employee thought if he could track the delivery of his gifts online, why not make it possible for Veterans to track the delivery of their prescriptions the same way? Now, they can. Read the full story

Blind Rehab Center Earns CARF Accreditation

Wed, 17 Dec 2014 18:00:00 EDT

The Cleveland VA Medical Center has been awarded a three year CARF International Accreditation for our Comprehensive Blind Rehabilitation Services. This is the highest level of accreditation awarded by CARF. Read the full story

Veterans Day Open House

Tue, 04 Nov 2014 13:00:00 EDT

The Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center is hosting a Veterans Day Open House for Veterans, families, friends and the community to visit and thank Veterans for their service. Read the full story

Homeless Women Vets Find Comfort

Wed, 30 Oct 2013 13:45:00 EDT

“For many of these women, it’s a lack of self esteem that keeps them down.They don’t see their own potential.” —Patricia James Stewart, Veterans Domiciliary, Wade Park. Read about how the VA and VOA are helping Vets. Read the full story

Gold Plus

Mon, 01 Jul 2013 13:20:00 EDT

Good news for the Cleveland VAMC, Better news for our Veterans: The Cleveland VAMC has reached an exceptional goal of treating heart failure patients outlined by the American Heart Association. Read the full story

VA2K 2013

Thu, 02 May 2013 15:00:00 EDT

Walk, run or roll with us at the VA 2K to promote a healthy lifestyle! Read the full story

Patient Wireless Internet

Mon, 04 Mar 2013 16:00:00 EDT

Bring your laptop or tablet to your next appointment - the Cleveland VAMC now offers free wireless internet to Veteran patients! Read the full story

2012 Accomplishments

Mon, 31 Dec 2012 12:45:00 EDT

We've been busy in 2012 to provide our Veterans the best care. Read the complete list of Cleveland VAMC achievements! Read the full story

Holiday Gifts for Veterans

Wed, 12 Dec 2012 11:00:00 EDT

Voluntary Services provide holiday gifts for over 600 inpatient Veterans at the Cleveland VAMC! Read the full story

Paralymic Sailing

Fri, 31 Aug 2012 12:00:00 EDT

FES research volunteer competes for gold in sailing at the Paralympic Games in London. Read the full story

Researcher Awarded Early Career Award

Fri, 27 Jul 2012 11:00:00 EDT

VA Funded researcher, Dr. Jeffrey R. Capadona Receives the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers. Read the full story

National Wheelchair Games

Tue, 10 Jul 2012 10:15:00 EDT

Local Veterans Compete in the 32nd National Veterans Wheelchair Games Read the full story

Mansfield Clinic Groundbreaking

Tue, 03 Jul 2012 14:00:00 EDT

Ground has been broken on a new Multi-Specialty Clinic in Mansfield, OH. Read about the ceremony and new features of the clinic. Read the full story

Welcome Home Celebration

Wed, 30 May 2012 13:05:00 EDT

Join us on June 10, 2012 to welcome new Veterans home! Read the full story

VA2K

Wed, 02 May 2012 09:00:00 EDT

The Cleveland VAMC is gearing up to Walk, Run and Roll to fight Veteran homelessness and promote a healthy lifestyle. Read the full story

Pink Ladies

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 15:00:00 EDT

The Pink Ladies are well known around the Cleveland VAMC for their compassion and dedication to our Veterans. Read about how they always manage to make patients smile. Read the full story

Silver Plus

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 10:00:00 EDT

The Cleveland VAMC has received the Get With The Guidelines®-Heart Failure Silver Plus Quality Achievement Award from the American Heart Association. Learn more information on what this awards means for our Veterans. Read the full story

Women's History Month

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 10:15:00 EDT

In honor of Women's History Month, The Cleveland VAMC highlights our Women's Health Care Services. Read the full story

Parma Clinic Opens

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 10:00:00 EDT

Local Veterans and dignitaries celebrate the opening of the Cleveland VAMC’s Parma Multi-Specialty Outpatient Clinic. Read the full story

Going Green Initiatives

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 10:15:00 EDT

GEMS helps protect the Cleveland VAMC's environment and patient safety. Read the full story

National Salute

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 15:00:00 EDT

Veterans and ClevelandVAMC patients gathered at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum for a night of entertainment by the Dramatics. Read the full story

Blind Veteran Makes it to Mason Meeting!

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 14:00:00 EDT

A Veteran in the Blind Rehabilitation Center at the ClevelandVAMC travels to a Mason meeting with the help of nurses. Read the full story

Cleveland VAMC 'Going Green' With EFT

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 14:30:00 EDT

Learn about how the Cleveland VAMC is 'going green' with Electronic Funds Transfer. Read the full story

Polytrauma at the Cleveland VAMC

Tue, 04 Oct 2011 13:00:00 EDT

Discover how the Cleveland VAMC is helping Polytrauma Veterans. Read the full story

SCI Award

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 08:30:00 EDT

SCI recieves award for helping Veterans with a spinal cord injury get back to work. Read the full story

Walk to Cure

Mon, 19 Sep 2011 15:45:00 EDT

Cleveland VAMC Employees visit with animals for a good cause. Read the full story

Staff Community Health Fair

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 11:15:00 EDT

Cleveland VAMC employees volunteered at the First Annual Minority Health Fair. Read the full story

Home Telehealth Keeps Veteran Independent

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 15:00:00 EDT

Mr. Clifford Adams is a legally blind Veteran who lives alone and has several serious medical conditions. He uses ScripTalk® and Health Buddy® to keep track of his medical status and communicate with his providers. Read the full story

Blind Rehabilitation Opening

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 10:30:00 EDT

The Cleveland VAMC officially opens a regional Blind Rehabilitation Center! Read the full story

Five Year Plan for Ending Homelessness for Veterans

Wed, 27 Jul 2011 20:30:00 EDT

VISN 10 has developed a Five Year Plan to end homelessness among Veterans that is centered on VHA’s six strategic pillars. Each pillar is important to have in place for the plan to be successful. Read the full story

Boxing

Tue, 28 Jun 2011 15:45:00 EDT

Veteran uses VA services to help him achieve his dream of becoming a Boxing Promoter. Read the full story

HIV Testing Day

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 11:00:00 EDT

Read about how the Cleveland VAMC is fighting against HIV/AIDs. Read the full story

VA2K

Tue, 31 May 2011 23:55:00 EDT

We want you to walk, run and roll with us! Join the VA for a 2K event to benefit homeless Veterans. Read the full story

Million Veteran Program

Mon, 23 May 2011 16:00:00 EDT

New research is paving the way for Veterans to receive medical treatment based on their genetic makeup. Read the full story

Dedication

Wed, 18 May 2011 11:00:00 EDT

More than 200 guests attended the Deciation of the new inpatient Bed Tower, Homeless Veterans Domiciliary and Administration Building. Read the full story

Bed Tower Open

Mon, 11 Apr 2011 09:30:00 EDT

The new Bed Tower is seeing patients for Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Care. Other clinics in the Tower will be activiated in the coming weeks. Read the full story

Hospice and Palliative Care

Tue, 29 Mar 2011 08:00:00 EST

Hospice and Palliative Care: ensuring reliable access for all Veterans. Read the full story

Amercian Spirit Award

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 13:30:00 EDT

The Cleveland VAMC was awarded the Voluntary Service American Spirit Award. Read the full story

Telehealth

Fri, 04 Mar 2011 10:00:00 EDT

Telehealth: Coordinating the Right Care, At the Right Place, At the Right Time Read the full story

National Salute Concert

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 11:00:00 EDT

The National Salute to Veterans Concert was held at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on February 11, 2011. The Stylistics helped celebrate Veterans with a great performance! Read the full story

Caregiver Support

Thu, 10 Feb 2011 09:00:00 EDT

We all know the VA provides excellent care for our Veterans. What you might not know is the support the VA provides to caregivers of Veterans. Read about our new services and programs specifically for Veteran Caregivers. Read the full story

Toy Give Away

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 12:00:00 EDT

Voluntary Service and Operation Homefront of Ohio helps Veterans with Christmas gifts. Read the full story

Pool Tournament

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 10:00:00 EDT

John Harlach of Cue Chief Pool Instruction and American Legion Post 91 sponsored the Veterans Turkey Shoot Pool Tournament in the Brecksville Recreation Hall. Read the full story

Distance Learning

Tue, 07 Dec 2010 16:00:00 EDT

Veterans receiving counseling and other services at the Louis Stokes Cleveland Veterans Affairs Medical Center can now take online classes there through Cuyahoga Community College. Read the full story

Hospice Care

Mon, 29 Nov 2010 15:30:00 EDT

November is National Hospice and Palliative Care month. The Cleveland VAMC is providing the highest quality of Hospice and Palliative care to our Veterans. Read the full story

Lake Erie Monsters Hockey Team Salute to Veterans

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 14:30:00 EDT

Cleveland VA employees enjoy the Lake Erie Monsters Salute to Veterans and help a good cause! Read the full story

National Caregiver Month

Fri, 05 Nov 2010 11:00:00 EDT

The Cleveland VAMC believes caregivers are just as brave as our Veterans. Read about the support services available for caregivers. Read the full story

Cleveland Medical Advancements

Mon, 01 Nov 2010 10:00:00 EDT

Cleveland is helping create the medical advances that are coming out of war in Iraq. Read the full story

Military Valor on Display

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 07:30:00 EDT

Bob Brienik, a VA volunteer, has collected medals to display at the Youngstown Outpatient Clinic. Read the full story