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Read about what's happening in our VA Tampa health care community.

The Veterans Health Make-a-thon 2024 hosted at James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital in collaboration with Microsoft, VHA Innovation Ecosystem, and VA’s Office of Information and Technology, highlighted the transformative impact of public-private efforts in advancing Veteran health care.

Participants working on computers at Make-A-Thon 2024

At the James A. Haley Veterans Hospital Dermatology Clinic, Veterans are treated with the utmost care and respect as they seek medical attention for their dermatological concerns. From the moment a Veteran enters the clinic, they are welcomed by a professional and friendly team.

Smiling doctor greets smiling patient

VA is committed to making it as easy as possible for Veterans to manage their benefits and health care online while protecting their identities and data. In 2025, to streamline Veterans’ sign-in options, VA will transition to two modern, secure sign-in options: a Login.gov or ID.me account.

Veteran signs into VA's online services using new single sign on options.

The “Give Happy” barometer is here, but have you ever asked yourself why? The Combined Federal Campaign is one of the largest and most successful workplace giving programs in the world! The CFC allows federal employees and retirees to support eligible nonprofit organizations annually.

People holding giant letters that spell (G-I-V-E--H-A-P-P-Y)

Like the iconic song says, “It’s the most wonderful time of the year!” Once more, the holidays are here, bringing family gatherings, festive events and the pressure to make the coming weeks extra-special.

Safety First with fireworks

Dr. John Marquardt is an orthopedic surgeon at the James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital in Tampa. He spoke with Health News Florida from his beach house that's been gutted since Hurricane Helene.

Dr. John Marquardt sits on a stool in his gutted living room.

The USF Health Morsani College of Medicine Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery, in collaboration with James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital, has positioned Tampa Bay at the forefront of skin cancer diagnostics

Drone shot James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital SCI entrance

The aroma of roasted turkey and pumpkin pie filled the air in James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital, replacing the sterile scent of antiseptic with the warmth of Thanksgiving.

Staff and Veterans hand out or receive food for thanksgiving holiday.

Veterans and volunteers came together at the James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital on Saturday, November 16, 2024, for a community-focused wheelchair cleaning event aimed at providing Veterans with the tools they need to maintain their independence.

Veteran and volunteers pose during wheelchair cleaning event.

Florida’s 18th District Congressman Scott Franklin hosted Lakeland VetFest 2024 at Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium, an event designed to honor and support Veterans and their families.

Veterans sitting with Eligibility/Enrollment staff