Local Features - Philadelphia VA Medical Center http://www.philadelphia.va.gov/PHILADELPHIA/features/index.asp Listing of local health features. en-us Copyright 2010 VA http://www.va.gov/rss Wed, 22 May 2013 15:46:00 EDT Walk With Ease http://www.philadelphia.va.gov/PHILADELPHIA/features/Walk_With_Ease.asp Wed, 22 May 2013 16:30:00 EDT
]]>The Arthritis Foundation’s Walk with Ease program is coming to the Philadelphia VA Medical Center. Walk With Ease is an exercise program that can reduce pain and improve overall health.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Walk_With_Ease_1369251805565 http://www.philadelphia.va.gov/PHILADELPHIA/features/features_images/walk-with-ease-home-thumb.jpg photo of feet on walking on pavement The Arthritis Foundation’s Walk with Ease program is coming to the Philadelphia VA Medical Center. Walk With Ease is an exercise program that can reduce pain and improve overall health. Walk with Ease at PVAMC The Arthritis Foundation’s Walk with Ease program is coming to the Philadelphia VA Medical Center. Walk With Ease is an exercise program that can reduce pain and improve overall health. We have a new look! http://www.philadelphia.va.gov/PHILADELPHIA/features/We_have_a_new_look.asp Wed, 08 May 2013 08:00:00 EDT
]]>Our new look is designed with intuitive and easy-to-use navigation. Features of the new site include easier navigation, links to social networks, and a conistent look and feel across all VA websites.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/We_have_a_new_look_1367775592444 http://www.philadelphia.va.gov/PHILADELPHIA/images/feature_story_images/VAMC-redesign-180x130.jpg Philly VA Website New Design Our new look is designed with intuitive and easy-to-use navigation. Features of the new site include easier navigation, links to social networks, and a conistent look and feel across all VA websites. Philly VA New Website Our new look is designed with intuitive and easy-to-use navigation. Features of the new site include easier navigation, links to social networks, and a conistent look and feel across all VA websites. VA2K to Benefit Homeless Veterans http://www.philadelphia.va.gov/PHILADELPHIA/features/VA2k_to_Benefit_Homeless_Veterans.asp Tue, 16 Apr 2013 11:08:00 EDT
]]> On May 15, 2013 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., the Philadelphia VA Medical Center will host the 3rd Annual VA2K, a Run, Walk, Roll event. The event, which consists of a course of just over a mile through University City, is designed to benefit homeless Veterans directly in the Philadelphia area. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/VA2k_to_Benefit_Homeless_Veterans_1366124831942 http://www.philadelphia.va.gov/PHILADELPHIA/features/features_images/internet-va2k-thumb-photo.png VA2K Logo On May 15, 2013 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., the Philadelphia VA Medical Center will host the 3rd Annual VA2K, a Run, Walk, Roll event. The event, which consists of a course of just over a mile through University City, is designed to benefit homeless Veterans directly in the Philadelphia area. VA2K Benefits Homeless Vets On May 15, 2013 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., the Philadelphia VA Medical Center will host the 3rd Annual VA2K, a Run, Walk, Roll event. The event, which consists of a course of just over a mile through University City, is designed to benefit homeless Veterans directly in the Philadelphia area. Beneficiary Travel Process Change http://www.philadelphia.va.gov/PHILADELPHIA/features/Beneficiary_Travel_Process_Change.asp Wed, 10 Apr 2013 15:34:00 EDT
]]>The Department of Treasury issued a requirement to phase out paper checks and transition to Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) in the form of Direct Deposit or Debit Card as part of the changing Beneficiary Travel Reimbursement Process. At the Philadelphia VA Medical Center, payments to Veterans for beneficiary travel has previously included check payments received through the U.S. Postal Service. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Beneficiary_Travel_Process_Change_1365622570925 http://www.philadelphia.va.gov/PHILADELPHIA/features/features_images/internet-deposit-thumb-photo.png direct deposit image The Department of Treasury issued a requirement to phase out paper checks and transition to Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) in the form of Direct Deposit or Debit Card as part of the changing Beneficiary Travel Reimbursement Process. At the Philadelphia VA Medical Center, payments to Veterans for beneficiary travel has previously included check payments received through the U.S. Postal Service. Beneficiary Travel Change The Department of Treasury issued a requirement to phase out paper checks and transition to Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) in the form of Direct Deposit or Debit Card as part of the changing Beneficiary Travel Reimbursement Process. At the Philadelphia VA Medical Center, payments to Veterans for beneficiary travel has previously included check payments received through the U.S. Postal Service. Philadelphia VA Medical Center to be Renamed http://www.philadelphia.va.gov/PHILADELPHIA/features/Philadelphia_VA_Medical_Center_to_be_Renamed.asp Wed, 13 Feb 2013 14:12:00 EDT
]]>Legislation has been introduced to rename the Philadelphia VA Medical Center in honor of Philadelphia's only Vietnam era Medal of Honor recipient.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Philadelphia_VA_Medical_Center_to_be_Renamed_1360783823712 http://www.philadelphia.va.gov/PHILADELPHIA/features/features_images/internet-rename-thumb-photo.jpg photo of Cpl. Michael Crescenz Legislation has been introduced to rename the Philadelphia VA Medical Center in honor of Philadelphia's only Vietnam era Medal of Honor recipient. Medical Center to be Renamed Legislation has been introduced to rename the Philadelphia VA Medical Center in honor of Philadelphia's only Vietnam era Medal of Honor recipient. New and Enhanced Blue Button Features http://www.philadelphia.va.gov/PHILADELPHIA/features/New_and_Enhanced_Blue_Button_Features.asp Tue, 29 Jan 2013 13:37:00 EDT
]]>On Jan. 20, VA released an enhanced VA Blue Button, adding several new categories of information from the VA Electronic Health Record. Blue Button is the personal health record inside the My HealtheVet self-service platform and through My HealtheVet, VA Blue Button enables Veterans to download an electronic file that contains their personal health information. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/New_and_Enhanced_Blue_Button_Features_1359484840253 http://www.philadelphia.va.gov/PHILADELPHIA/features/features_images/internet-bluebutton-thumb-photo.jpg Man typing at keyboard. On Jan. 20, VA released an enhanced VA Blue Button, adding several new categories of information from the VA Electronic Health Record. Blue Button is the personal health record inside the My HealtheVet self-service platform and through My HealtheVet, VA Blue Button enables Veterans to download an electronic file that contains their personal health information. New and Enhanced Blue Button On Jan. 20, VA released an enhanced VA Blue Button, adding several new categories of information from the VA Electronic Health Record. Blue Button is the personal health record inside the My HealtheVet self-service platform and through My HealtheVet, VA Blue Button enables Veterans to download an electronic file that contains their personal health information. New Virtual Care Section http://www.philadelphia.va.gov/PHILADELPHIA/features/New_Virtual_Care_Section.asp Tue, 29 Jan 2013 11:16:00 EDT
]]>There is a new section called Virtual Care at The Philadelphia VA Medical Center. This new section encompasses Telehealth (Home Telehealth, Clinical Video Telehealth, and Store and Forward Telehealth), My HealtheVet Secure Messaging, and provides support for emerging Virtual Care modalities under other programs such as E-Consults and SCAN-ECHO]]> templatedata/content/features/data/New_Virtual_Care_Section_1359562604409 http://www.philadelphia.va.gov/PHILADELPHIA/features/features_images/internet-virtualcare-thumb-photo.jpg Man examines patient's eye with machine. There is a new section called Virtual Care at The Philadelphia VA Medical Center. This new section encompasses Telehealth (Home Telehealth, Clinical Video Telehealth, and Store and Forward Telehealth), My HealtheVet Secure Messaging, and provides support for emerging Virtual Care modalities under other programs such as E-Consults and SCAN-ECHO New Virtual Care Section There is a new section called Virtual Care at The Philadelphia VA Medical Center. This new section encompasses Telehealth (Home Telehealth, Clinical Video Telehealth, and Store and Forward Telehealth), My HealtheVet Secure Messaging, and provides support for emerging Virtual Care modalities under other programs such as E-Consults and SCAN-ECHO Healthy Living Week http://www.philadelphia.va.gov/PHILADELPHIA/features/Healthy_Living_Week.asp Fri, 18 Jan 2013 10:26:00 EDT
]]>Start your new year off right and join us next week, January 22-25, for "Healthy Living Week." A series of presentations will outline the various prevention and wellness programs the medical center has to offer.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Healthy_Living_Week_1358523014054 http://www.philadelphia.va.gov/PHILADELPHIA/features/features_images/internet-healthy-thumb-photo.png A man picks out fruit. Start your new year off right and join us next week, January 22-25, for "Healthy Living Week." A series of presentations will outline the various prevention and wellness programs the medical center has to offer. Healthy Living Week Start your new year off right and join us next week, January 22-25, for "Healthy Living Week." A series of presentations will outline the various prevention and wellness programs the medical center has to offer. PhotoVoice Gallery Exhibit Open http://www.philadelphia.va.gov/PHILADELPHIA/features/PhotoVoice_Gallery_Exhibit_Open.asp Fri, 04 Jan 2013 15:11:00 EDT
]]>A special exhibit of over 900 photographs and personal stories from 40 OIF/OEF Veterans detailing their post-deployment experiences is on display at the Philadelphia VA Medical Center.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/PhotoVoice_Gallery_Exhibit_Open_1357330486835 http://www.philadelphia.va.gov/PHILADELPHIA/features/features_images/gallery_thumb.png Visitors to the special exhibit view the photographs on display. A special exhibit of over 900 photographs and personal stories from 40 OIF/OEF Veterans detailing their post-deployment experiences is on display at the Philadelphia VA Medical Center. PhotoVoice Exhibit on Display A special exhibit of over 900 photographs and personal stories from 40 OIF/OEF Veterans detailing their post-deployment experiences is on display at the Philadelphia VA Medical Center. PVAMC Physician Elected to Institute of Medicine http://www.philadelphia.va.gov/PHILADELPHIA/features/volpp_award.asp Tue, 27 Nov 2012 12:47:00 EDT
]]>PVAMC physician Kevin Volpp, M.D., Ph.D., a core investigator with the VA Center for Health Equity Research and Promotion (CHERP), has been named a member of the Institute of Medicine (IOM). ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Copy_of_PVAMC_Prepares_for_Hurricane_Sandy_1354035050947 http://www.philadelphia.va.gov/PHILADELPHIA/features/features_images/volpp_thumb.png Kevin Volpp portrait image PVAMC physician Kevin Volpp, M.D., Ph.D., a core investigator with the VA Center for Health Equity Research and Promotion (CHERP), has been named a member of the Institute of Medicine (IOM). PVAMC Doctor Receives Honor PVAMC physician Kevin Volpp, M.D., Ph.D., a core investigator with the VA Center for Health Equity Research and Promotion (CHERP), has been named a member of the Institute of Medicine (IOM). Traffic Advisory for PVAMC Area http://www.philadelphia.va.gov/PHILADELPHIA/features/traffic_advisory_dec2012.asp Tue, 27 Nov 2012 12:47:00 EDT
]]>The medical center has been notified that the University Avenue/34th Street Bridge over the Schuylkill River will be closed for approximately 3 weeks beginning on Wednesday, January 2, 2013]]> templatedata/content/features/data/traffic_advisory_dec2012_1356546995542 http://www.philadelphia.va.gov/PHILADELPHIA/features/features_images/traffic_thumb.png bridge closed sign The medical center has been notified that the University Avenue/34th Street Bridge over the Schuylkill River will be closed for approximately 3 weeks beginning on Wednesday, January 2, 2013 Local Bridge Closed The medical center has been notified that the University Avenue/34th Street Bridge over the Schuylkill River will be closed for approximately 3 weeks beginning on Wednesday, January 2, 2013 PVAMC Prepares for Hurricane Sandy http://www.philadelphia.va.gov/PHILADELPHIA/features/PVAMC_Prepares_for_Hurricane_Sandy.asp Mon, 29 Oct 2012 12:47:00 EDT
]]>The staff at the Philadelphia VA Medical Center are bracing for Hurricane Sandy. They are working hard to make sure that Veterans in their care continue to receive quality healthcare and stay safe during the storm.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/PVAMC_Prepares_for_Hurricane_Sandy_1351533495735 http://www.philadelphia.va.gov/PHILADELPHIA/features/features_images/sandy_news_thumb.jpg philadelphia VA staff prepare for hurricane sandy The staff at the Philadelphia VA Medical Center are bracing for Hurricane Sandy. They are working hard to make sure that Veterans in their care continue to receive quality healthcare and stay safe during the storm. Weathering Hurricane Sandy The staff at the Philadelphia VA Medical Center are bracing for Hurricane Sandy. They are working hard to make sure that Veterans in their care continue to receive quality healthcare and stay safe during the storm. Philly Veterans get into the swing of golf http://www.philadelphia.va.gov/PHILADELPHIA/features/Philly_Veterans_get_into_the_swing_of_things.asp Thu, 21 Apr 2011 12:00:00 EDT
]]>Philadelphia-area amputee Veterans hit the links April 20 during the First Swing Golf Clinic, a chance to learn a new sport and network with fellow amputees and VA staff.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Philly_Veterans_get_into_the_swing_of_things_1303407451847 http://www.philadelphia.va.gov/PHILADELPHIA/images/golf_thumb.jpg Veteran swings at a golf ball Philadelphia-area amputee Veterans hit the links April 20 during the First Swing Golf Clinic, a chance to learn a new sport and network with fellow amputees and VA staff. Amputee Veteran Golf Clinic Philadelphia-area amputee Veterans hit the links April 20 during the First Swing Golf Clinic, a chance to learn a new sport and network with fellow amputees and VA staff. Philadelphia VAMC to hold Amputee Veteran Golf Clinic http://www.philadelphia.va.gov/PHILADELPHIA/features/Philadelphia_VAMC_to_hold_Amputee_Veteran_Golf_Clinic.asp Fri, 04 Mar 2011 08:00:00 EDT
]]>For the third time, Philadelphia VA Medical Center will sponsor the Amputee Veteran First Swing Golf Clinic, scheduled for April 20. The focus is to expose Veterans to a new activity for rehabilitation and recreation -- and to engage them with others facing similar issues.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Philadelphia_VAMC_to_hold_Amputee_Veteran_Golf_Clinic_1299184397389 http://www.philadelphia.va.gov/PHILADELPHIA/images/first_swing_thumbnail.jpg Veterans will be welcomed at the First Swing Golf Clinic April 20 in South Jersey. For the third time, Philadelphia VA Medical Center will sponsor the Amputee Veteran First Swing Golf Clinic, scheduled for April 20. The focus is to expose Veterans to a new activity for rehabilitation and recreation -- and to engage them with others facing similar issues. 2011 First Swing Golf Clinic For the third time, Philadelphia VA Medical Center will sponsor the Amputee Veteran First Swing Golf Clinic, scheduled for April 20. The focus is to expose Veterans to a new activity for rehabilitation and recreation -- and to engage them with others facing similar issues. Veterans Empowerment Center earns accreditation http://www.philadelphia.va.gov/PHILADELPHIA/features/Veterans_Empowerment_Center_earns_accreditation.asp Tue, 04 Jan 2011 12:00:00 EDT
]]>A unique program at the Philadelphia VA Medical Center has earned full accreditation from an important national body. The Veterans Empowerment Center, a recovery-based resource for Veterans with serious mental illnesses, received accreditation from The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Veterans_Empowerment_Center_earns_accreditation_1294164443996 http://www.philadelphia.va.gov/PHILADELPHIA/images/thumbnail_vec.jpg Veterans Empowerment Staff and Veterans A unique program at the Philadelphia VA Medical Center has earned full accreditation from an important national body. The Veterans Empowerment Center, a recovery-based resource for Veterans with serious mental illnesses, received accreditation from The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities. Center's goal: provide hope A unique program at the Philadelphia VA Medical Center has earned full accreditation from an important national body. The Veterans Empowerment Center, a recovery-based resource for Veterans with serious mental illnesses, received accreditation from The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities. Jingle Jog supports wheelchair Veterans http://www.philadelphia.va.gov/PHILADELPHIA/features/Jingle_Jog.asp Sat, 18 Dec 2010 11:00:00 EDT
]]>Philadelphia VA staff and Veterans gathered on Saturday, Dec. 18, to run, walk and roll for charity. The 7km Jingle Jog raised funds to help send local Veterans to the 2011 National Veterans Wheelchair Games in Pittsburgh. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Jingle_Jog_1292877769149 http://www.philadelphia.va.gov/PHILADELPHIA/images/jingle_jog_2.jpg Photo of Jingle Jog participants Philadelphia VA staff and Veterans gathered on Saturday, Dec. 18, to run, walk and roll for charity. The 7km Jingle Jog raised funds to help send local Veterans to the 2011 National Veterans Wheelchair Games in Pittsburgh. Staff support wheelchair Vets Philadelphia VA staff and Veterans gathered on Saturday, Dec. 18, to run, walk and roll for charity. The 7km Jingle Jog raised funds to help send local Veterans to the 2011 National Veterans Wheelchair Games in Pittsburgh. Season's Greetings from the Network Director! http://www.philadelphia.va.gov/PHILADELPHIA/features/VISN4message.asp Mon, 13 Dec 2010 13:30:00 EDT
]]>VISN 4 Director Michael E. Moreland sends holiday greetings to all of our nation's Veterans and their families. We thank you for your service and renew our commitment to providing the best care anywhere in the coming year.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/VISN4message_1292265539488 http://www.philadelphia.va.gov/PHILADELPHIA/images/VISN4_holiday_180.jpg The logo for VISN 4 over an image of snow-covered pine needles and red berries. VISN 4 Director Michael E. Moreland sends holiday greetings to all of our nation's Veterans and their families. We thank you for your service and renew our commitment to providing the best care anywhere in the coming year. Holiday Greetings VISN 4 Director Michael E. Moreland sends holiday greetings to all of our nation's Veterans and their families. We thank you for your service and renew our commitment to providing the best care anywhere in the coming year. Afghanistan, Iraq Veterans gather at Philadelphia Zoo http://www.philadelphia.va.gov/PHILADELPHIA/features/shutdown_and_pvamc.asp Tue, 19 Oct 2010 10:00:00 EDT
]]>Philadelphia VA Medical Center staff recently welcomed more than 100 combat Veterans and their families to the third annual Welcome Home event at the Philadelphia Zoo. The day provided them with a chance to enjoy America's first zoo, as well as the opportunity to learn about the benefits they have earned. VA staff provided the Veterans and their loved ones with info on a range of benefits including health care, education, home loans and more.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/shutdown_and_pvamc_1302208222127 http://www.philadelphia.va.gov/PHILADELPHIA/images/Phila_Feature_Teaser.jpg Veterans gather at Philadelphia Zoo Philadelphia VA Medical Center staff recently welcomed more than 100 combat Veterans and their families to the third annual Welcome Home event at the Philadelphia Zoo. The day provided them with a chance to enjoy America's first zoo, as well as the opportunity to learn about the benefits they have earned. VA staff provided the Veterans and their loved ones with info on a range of benefits including health care, education, home loans and more. Veterans Gather at Zoo Philadelphia VA Medical Center staff recently welcomed more than 100 combat Veterans and their families to the third annual Welcome Home event at the Philadelphia Zoo. The day provided them with a chance to enjoy America's first zoo, as well as the opportunity to learn about the benefits they have earned. VA staff provided the Veterans and their loved ones with info on a range of benefits including health care, education, home loans and more.