Stories | VA Asheville Health Care

Have you ever wondered what the QR code printed on medication labels is for? Mills explained that this feature, called Meds on Cue, directs patients to a website with detailed information about their medication and access to various helpful resources.

A veteran requesting medications at the pharmacy department.

Spark-Seed-Spread is an employee investment program focused on identifying and accelerating front-line employee inspired innovations that improve health care experiences for Veterans, families, caregivers, and employees.

Biomedical Technician Michael Edward 'Ed' Hogg is making waves with his recent innovation to improve accessibility for veterans.

The Whole Health program offers tools and resources for tobacco cessation, along with many other areas of health and well-being. The team can be reached by calling 828-298-7911 Ext. 12107.

VA Staff reads a document in front of a inflatable lung during the resource fair at the medical center

The Western North Carolina VA Health Care System collaborated with the Buncombe County Veteran's Council and the City of Asheville to host a Veterans Day ceremony at the Charles George VA Medical Center—the event aimed to honor those who have served the nation while bringing the community together.

Veterans Day ceremony at the Charles George VA Medical Center

The Secretary of Veterans Affairs, Denis R. McDonough, visited Asheville, Oct. 10, to support the VA staff who are helping Veterans recover from the impact of Hurricane Helene.

SECVA Denis McDonough with Asheville VA staff following Hurricane Helene

The Western North Carolina Veterans Affairs Health Care System steadfastly continues its mission of uniting veterans across the mountains with the services and resources within their reach.

The Charles George Veteran Affairs (VA) Medical Center hosted its 21st Annual Local Creative Arts Festival as part of a rehabilitative treatment program to aid patients in recovering from physical and emotional challenges.

Photo shows Veterans enjoying artwork at the Creative Arts Festival.

Veterans deserve 5-Star health care and they can get it at the Western North Carolina VA Health Care System according to recent independent reviews.

Image shows aerial view of medical center and the 5 star rating.

A local Veteran presented the Charles George VA Medical Center with a heartfelt “thank you” recently for its role in helping him achieve his goals.

Image of Occupational Therapists receiving the Boston Marathon Medal

Western North Carolina VA Health Care System Public Affairs