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Veterans have a unique choice when it comes to where they get their health care. Because of your service you are eligible to apply for VA health care.

At VA Detroit, Veterans must navigate a confusing puzzle of services, room locations and other integrated care, at times when they may be lacking physical or mental strength or potentially encountering confusion as to where they must go next.

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Days before Memorial Day, a tireless team of volunteers spent their day beautifying VA Detroit’s Rooftop Healing Garden for Veteran residents of the Community Living Center to enjoy.

Group of volunteers on rooftop garden

After hours of blood, sweat, and tears (at times literally), Research Week has finally come and gone at VA Detroit. The 2024 theme “Building Community Through Research” furthered the VA mission of serving Veterans with the latest in healthcare innovations.

Two lady scientists discussing R&D Projects

The US Air Force Academy Band Blue Delta visited VA Detroit's Community Living Center April 29 to sing several hit songs across genres to local Veterans.

Uniformed band members play music in a room at VA Detroit

“This is my calling.”

chief beth baker's name on a star on a wall with camouflage background.

As VA works to bring care closer to our heroes, the John D. Dingell VA Medical Center will be opening a clinic in the Downriver area.

Trenton CBOC Chief Dr. Erik Coopes

The John D. Dingell VA Medical Center has received a 4-star rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

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A new law called the PACT Act just expanded VA health care and benefits for millions of Veterans and their survivors.

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In a facility first, medical staff with the General Surgery service have successfully completed their first robotic surgery case for the Detroit VA, a Lap Chole for gallstones.

general surgery staff in front of davinci robot