Stories
Read about what's happening in our VA West Palm Beach health care community.
From a hundred-pound four-legged friend to a one thousand-pound four-legged friend, U.S. Air Force Veteran Scott McLean, has always found peace in the eyes of animals.
After a legacy of thirty service years in the U.S. Marine Corps, Ramon Gallimore, a retired Master Gunnery Sergeant, faced a new battle off the field—living with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
With seconds ticking to save a life, jets flashing overhead and helicopter propellers buzzing, U.S. Air Force Medic Chauntoyia Edwards always remained in the zone regardless of the chaos surrounding her on the battle grounds.
Hanging up a military uniform in exchange for a work uniform is a decision the VA understands best.
A map of directions to all of life’s answers is not something that can be found on the shelves for purchase. Vietnam Veteran Aaron Pepis knows this first-hand and has tried just about every option.
Across the corridors of the West Palm Beach VA Medical Center, the spirit of service resonates strongly, particularly in the story shared among Stacy Jeanbart, U.S. Navy Aircrew Veteran, and Carlos Carrió Atfucci, a U.S. Army Combat Medic Veteran.
Service for her country did not stop for U.S. Army Veteran Juliet Ramos once her enlistment was up. Juliet’s journey from a military Medical Laboratory Specialist to a Registered Nurse is a story of dedication, perseverance, and an unwavering commitment to serving fellow Veterans.
Handcuffed both physically and mentally, U.S. Army Veteran Darrell Guilford, felt like he never left the warzone behind him when he departed from military service.
In a vibrant dance between tradition and transformation. Operation Enduring Freedom U.S. Air Force Veteran Ruth Muniz emerged from the hustle & bustle of the Bronx, NY to the disciplined ranks of the military, only to confront and defeat an unforeseen adversary, breast cancer.
The need for health care doesn’t stop just because it’s 5:00 p.m., the weekend, or a holiday. In fact, the busiest time for both urgent care clinics and emergency rooms is early afternoon and evening hours.
