Health services

Available at these locations 

• El Paso VA Clinic, 4th Floor, Specialty 3

Our specialist offer reproductive health care services for women Veterans, including contraception and hormonal treatment.

We provide at El Paso VA health care system.

Our gynecologist focuses on the female reproductive system and provide services that include:

• Management of normal and abnormal Pap smears for detection of cervical cancer
• Counseling and treatment for all different types of contraception to include IUDs and Nexplanon
• Exams for abnormal uterine bleeding (irregular menstrual cycles) and pelvic pain
• Management and treatment of menopausal symptoms 

Our pharmacy provides you and other Veterans with convenient, efficient service to make it easy to get your medications and medical supplies. You can:

• Pick up new prescriptions in person
• Refill prescriptions online and by phone or mail
• Safely dispose of medicines

Learn more about our pharmacy

Your VA primary care provider will work closely with you to plan for all the care you need to stay healthy and well throughout your life, including immunizations and vaccinations. They will also work with family members or caregivers who support you.

A strong network of family and internal medicine specialists and services can offer you the best possible care. Internal medicine doctors (internists) prevent, diagnose, and treat adult diseases. Doctors who specialize in family medicine provide primary health care to the entire family. Your primary care team can coordinate the many services you receive such as:

• Labs and blood work
• Mental health care
• women's health care
• Radiology
• Social services
• Telehealth

We offer women’s health services to meet your specific needs such as disease screenings, mental health treatment, recovery from military sexual trauma, maternity care and female-specific medical equipment.

Our women's health program offers complete health care for women Veterans of all ages. Our primary care providers specialize in women's health. They work closely with specialists in gynecology, obstetrics, female urology, oncology, medicine, radiology, surgery, and breast illness. Our services for women Veterans include:

• Ultrasounds, mammograms, Pap and HPV tests
• Mental health care and counseling
• Lifestyle wellness services
• Menopause treatment, including hormonal therapy
• Family planning, contraceptive care, and infertility evaluation

Learn more and connect with a care coordinator

Our medical center and clinics provide consultation, evaluation, and treatment for a range of issues that may impact your mental health or emotional well-being. Our confidential outpatient services include individual and group therapy for:

• Psychiatric disorders such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and depression
• Marriage and relationship problems
• Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
• Anxiety, addictive behaviors, and personality disorders
• Aggressive or self-harming behaviors

Learn more and connect with a care coordinator

We offer care for military sexual trauma in our mental (behavioral) health clinics. Military sexual trauma refers to sexual assault, sexual harassment, or other threatening, offensive, or unwanted sexual advances, activities, or remarks that you experienced in the military. Our goal is to help you improve your quality of life with strategies to manage emotions and memories related to your military sexual trauma. Our services include:

• Counseling
• Psychiatric care
• Walk-in care

Learn more about military sexual trauma

We work with behavioral health providers and community organizations to help you and your family during times of crisis. We offer:

• Suicide prevention care coordinators
• Suicide prevention case managers
• Gun safety locks

Learn more and connect with a care coordinator

Care we provide at El Paso VA 

Our Audiology and Speech Pathology clinic provides diagnostic and rehabilitative services, and screening for employee hearing conservation, if needed. We offer a full range of audiology and speech pathology services like: 

• Hearing and balance evaluations 
• Selection, management, and repair of hearing aids and assistive listening device assessments 
• Evaluation, programming, and management of cochlear implants and bone-anchored implants 
• Evaluation and treatment for auditory processing disorder 
• Services that help with speech, language, fluency, voice, cognitive communication, swallowing, stuttering. 
• Cerumen management and ear lavage 
• Learn more about VA hearing aids 
• Available at these locations 

• El Paso VA Clinic  

  Audiology: 3rd floor, cross hallway  

  Speech Pathology: 4th floor annex (PT/OT area) 

• El Paso Eastside VA Clinic (Monday & Tuesday only) 
• El Paso Northeast VA Clinic 
• El Paso Westside VA Clinic (Audiologist onsite) 

Las Cruces VA Clinic (except Thursday) 

• COVID-19 vaccines for eligible Veterans and staff

Learn more about COVID-19 vaccines at VA

Evaluation and monitoring of cardiovascular diseases.

• With specialty testing such as:

Stress testing

              Extended Telemetry

              Echocardiography, both TEE and TTE

              Electrocardiogram

              30 day event monitoring

              Pacemaker/ICD monitoring

              Telehealth Services 

Available at these locations 

• El Paso VA Clinic, 4th Floor 

Available at these locations 

• El Paso VA Clinic, 3rd Floor, Specialty Clinic 6
• Evaluation and monitoring of endocrinology diseases. 

              With specialty treatments such as:

Initiation of long-term glucose monitoring

Available at these locations 

• El Paso VA Clinic, 4th Floor 
• Evaluation and monitoring of gastroenterological diseases.
• With specialty testing such as:

Colonoscopy

              EGD

              Sigmoidoscopy

              Occult Blood Stools (FOBT)

Available at these locations 

• El Paso VA Clinic, 3rd Floor, Specialty Clinic 6
• Evaluation and monitoring of hematological and oncological diseases.

Available at these locations 

• El Paso VA Clinic, 3rd Floor, Specialty Clinic 6
• Evaluation and monitoring of Infectious Diseases to include Telehealth Services

Available at these locations 

• El Paso VA Clinic, 3rd Floor, Specialty Clinic 1
• Evaluation and monitoring of neurological diseases.
• With specialty testing such as:

Cefaly for migraine 

              Occipital nerve injections

              Botox and Xeomin injections

              TMJ injections   

• Available at these locations 
• El Paso VA Clinic, 4th Floor, Adjacent to PT
• Evaluation on treatment of:

Carpal tunnel

Trigger fingers

Malunion of fingers, hand, and wrist fractions

Elbow Pain

Cubital Tunnel Syndrome

Shoulder Pain

Knee Pain

• Arthroscopic shoulder and knee surgery 
• Diagnosis and treatment of osteoarthritis to include steroids, hyaluronic acid, and PRP injection. 

Amputee Clinic

• Evaluation and treatment of upper extremity/ lower extremity amputations to maximize ambulation and limb function.  

Available at these locations 

• El Paso VA Clinic, 4th Floor, Specialty 3
• Evaluation and management of pain with treatments such as:

Injections for cervical and lumbar pain

Radiofrequency ablations

Trigger point injections for pain

Battlefield acupuncture

Modalities (devices to help manage pain)

Medication management Specialist

Pain management with history of Substance Abuse specialist

Physical therapy, occupational therapy and kinesiotherapy can help restore movement and function if you have been disabled by injury or disease.

Available at these locations 

• El Paso VA Clinic, 4th Floor 

Specialists provide various means to address pain and improve quality of life through movement, whether seeking help with a lifelong condition or have recently experienced a traumatic life event. Therapists work one-on-one with veterans providing outstanding, compassionate care through every step of the rehabilitative process.

Our podiatry specialists evaluate and treat a wide range of injuries, diseases and disorders that affect your feet and ankles—from ingrown toenails to inflammation to diabetic foot ulcers.

Available at these locations 

• El Paso VA Clinic, 3rd Floor, Specialty Clinic 1
• Comprehensive Preventative Diabetic Foot Care
• Conservative and surgical treatment for pedal foot deformities 

                Hammer toes 

                Bunions 

                Hallux rigidus 

                Osteoarthritis 

                Pes planus and Pes Cavus

                Calluses 

                Plantar warts

• Lower extremity Wound Care 

               Neuropathic ulcers 

                Venous stasis ulcers 

                Ischemic ulcers

• Acute Pedal injuries

Digital Fractures

Ankle Sprains

Metatarsal Fractures

• Chronic pedal pain

Plantar fasciitis

Gout flare

Metatarsalgia

Bursitis

Tendonitis

Neuroma

Our pulmonary medicine team treats diseases and conditions that affect the lungs and breathing, including asthma, tuberculosis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, acute respiratory distress syndrome and sleep apnea.

Available at these locations 

• Off Site at Sleep Center, 1250 E Cliff Dr. El Paso, TX 79902
• Evaluation and monitoring of pulmonary diseases.
• With specialty testing such as:

Pulmonary Function Testing to include Oxygen therapy.

We provide long-term care to help you and your family when you're dealing with a disability, chronic (long-lasting) illness, terminal illness, or serious health issues related to aging. Our long-term health care services include:

• 24/7 nursing and medical care
• Physical therapy
• Help with daily tasks like bathing, dressing, making meals, and taking medicine
• Pain management and palliative care to relieve suffering and improve quality of life for people with serious illnesses
• Hospice care to provide comfort and compassionate care for people in the last phases of an incurable illness
• To learn more about the different types of extended care that VA provides, see our guide to long-term services and support.

Learn more about VA long-term care

The sleep medicine service diagnoses and treats your sleep problems, including trouble sleeping, breathing difficulties while sleeping, snoring, teeth grinding and jaw clenching.

At various points in our lives, all of us suffer from a lack of sleep. But, if you are spending enough time in bed and still wake up tired or feel very sleepy during the day, you may have a sleep disorder. We can help. Our sleep specialists can:

• Diagnose and treat sleep apnea and other sleep disorders
• Monitor your blood oxygen levels and heart rate
• Study your brain waves during sleep
• Evaluate possible causes for your excessive sleepiness
• Conduct sleep tests performed at home or in the lab
• Work with your doctors if you need surgery or dental appliances to help you get a good night's sleep

If you are having surgery, we make sure that your procedure and follow-up care are safe and high-quality.

Available at these locations 

• El Paso VA Clinic, 4th Floor, Specialty Clinic 3
• General surgery disease and conditions such as:

Hernias, skin biopsies, hemorrhoids

All Veterans enrolled in VA health care can receive a toxic exposure screening at an upcoming appointment or sooner by contacting a Toxic Exposure Screening Navigator. All enrolled Veterans should receive the screening at least once every five years.

El Paso VA Clinic, 4th Floor, Specialty Clinic 3

Male and female urinary tract and male reproductive system

Common conditions: prostate cancer, erectile dysfunction, urinary disorders.

We offer understanding and advanced care and treatment to Veterans with conditions that affect the male urinary and reproductive systems and the female urinary system.

Contact information

Hours

• Mon. thru Fri.  8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Main Phone

Main Phone

Appointments

Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first.

Average number of days to get an appointment

We’ll work with you to schedule an appointment with the shortest wait time. In some cases, we may schedule your appointment at another VA medical center or clinic, or refer you to a non-VA medical provider in your community. For urgent health issues, we offer same-day appointments, telehealth visits, or walk-in express care. Check with your local VA medical center to confirm availability of these services.

We evaluate, diagnose, and treat a wide range of urology diseases and conditions that include kidney stones, erectile dysfunction, urinary incontinence, prostate cancer, and more. We provide you with medical care, surgery, and minimally invasive procedures for health issues that affect:

• Kidneys
• Bladder
• Ureter and urethra
• Male reproductive organs

For any questions regarding care or conditions that we cover, please feel free to contact us at . Thank you for your service and we look forward to serving you.

*This is not an all-encompassing list.

If you're a caregiver for a Veteran, you can get support by contacting one of our caregiver support coordinators. If the Veteran you care for was injured post-9/11, you may be eligible for even more services, including a stipend to help with expenses, training, and medical coverage if you aren't already covered. For all caregivers, we can:

• Help you get caregiver assistance available through VA
• Provide progressive needs planning to help you manage degenerative conditions
• Match you with services and benefits
• Connect you with local resources and programs
• Listen to you when you struggle

Learn more and connect with a support coordinator

We help Veterans who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless due to financial hardship, unemployment, addiction, depression, or transition from jail. Contact one of our care coordinators to get help with:

• Immediate food and shelter needs, including both transitional and permanent housing
• Job training, life skills development, and education
• Justice system navigation and community reentry from jail
• Financial support to prevent homelessness
• Addiction and depression treatment
• Health and dental care

Learn more and connect with a care coordinator

We promote the health, welfare, and dignity of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBTQ+) Veterans and their families. We focus on ensuring a safe, welcoming, and affirmative environment when providing you with sensitive and high-quality health care services like:

• Hormone therapy
• Substance use and alcohol treatment
• Testing and treatment for HIV and sexually transmitted infections (STI)
• Mental health care
• Psychosocial assessments for gender-confirming surgeries and hormone therapy

Learn more and connect with a care coordinator

If you're a minority Veteran, we can help you get the services and benefits you need. Our Minority Veterans Program serves all Veterans who are Black American, Asian American, Hispanic American, and Native American (including American Indians, Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Island Americans). We work to:

• Help the medical center address minority Veterans' needs
• Meet minority Veterans' needs in the local community
• Identify barriers and create a more accessible environment for minority Veterans
• Inform minority Veterans of VA benefits, services, and programs

Learn more and connect with a care coordinator

Our patient advocates work hard to make sure you receive the best possible care at our health care facilities. They can:

• Help you get answers or address concerns with your care team
• Advocate for patient and family rights
• Serve as advocates for minority Veterans, women Veterans, and Veterans with disabilities
• Offer specialized help to former prisoners of war and Veterans transitioning from Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF), Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF), and Operation New Dawn (OND)

Learn more and connect with a patient advocate

If you were exposed to toxic chemicals or other hazards during your military service, we offer you a free exam. This exam helps you identify potential health risks and helps us monitor issues so we can better serve you.

This free, voluntary, and comprehensive health exam involves an exposure and medical history, laboratory tests, and a physical exam. We will discuss your results in a face-to-face meeting and follow up with a letter. The registry evaluation, which does not verify exposure, is separate from VA's disability compensation process. You may be eligible to participate in one or more of these health registries if you served during these time periods:

• Ionizing radiation (1940s to 1960s)
• Agent Orange (1960s and 1970s)
• Airborne hazards and open burn pit (1990s to present)
• Gulf War (1990s to present)
• Depleted uranium (DU) (1990s to present)
• Toxic embedded fragments/shrapnel (2000s to present)

Learn more about VA Health Registry

If you’re returning from military service, we can help you readjust to civilian life and get started with VA health care. We can also help connect you with programs like mental health services and education and career counseling.

We can help you readjust to civilian life if you're returning from military service, on active duty, or an activated National Guard or Reserve member. Talk to one of our care coordinators about how to best use your health care benefits.

• Polytrauma care (if you have multiple traumatic injuries)
• Counseling and rehabilitation
• Mental and behavioral health services
• Family benefits counseling and assistance
• Referral assistance

Learn more and connect with a coordinator

My HealtheVet is a web-based tool you can use to manage your care and improve your health from your computer or mobile device. You can access your personal health records and use tools to manage your care through our My HealtheVet online system. You can also use My HealtheVet to refill your prescriptions, track appointments, and read informative health articles. If you need help using My HealtheVet, you can contact our coordinator by phone or in person. With My HealtheVet, you can:

• Ask questions and exchange secure online messages with your VA health care team
• Check your lab and test results
• Refill your prescriptions, track delivery, and view a list of your medications
• Keep track of your VA medical appointments and get email reminders
• View, download, or print a copy of your VA medical records
• Enter or update your personal information

Learn more and register for My HealtheVet

If you're traveling for VA-approved care, we can repay you for the cost of using regular transportation that includes cars, planes, trains, buses, taxis, rideshare, or light rail. You may also be eligible for repayment when using ambulances, wheelchair vans, or ambulettes (non-emergency medical transportation).

• Round-trip transportation services between your home and our hospital and clinics (beneficiary travel)
• Mileage reimbursement debit cards

Learn more about VA travel pay reimbursement