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VA Polytrauma System of Care
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Welcome to the Bronx Polytrauma Network Site
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What is Polytrauma?
The Bronx Polytrauma Network Site is one of twenty-one facilities in the country designed to provide long-term rehabilitative care to veterans and service members who experienced severe injuries (including brain injuries) to more than one organ system. For more information about Polytrauma, visit the national Polytrauma System of Care page.
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Mental Health Support
Many veterans with Polytrauma injuries also need mental health support. If you or someone you know is having trouble readjusting to civilian life, is having trouble sleeping, or is experiencing mood swings, depression, or other signs of extreme stress, we can offer free or low-cost assistance and care.
You are not alone.
Readjustment Counseling System (Vet Centers)
National Center for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
VA Mental Health Program
Bronx Mental Health Services:
For Immediate Assistance or to Schedule an Appointment:
(718) 584-9000, Ext. 5237
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Additional Information
If you are interested in more information about admission to the Bronx Polytrauma Network Site or want to schedule an evaluation, please contact Edna Recher (LCSW), our Admissions and Referral Officer, at (718) 584-9000, Ext. 6674.
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Veterans returning from Operation Enduring and/or FreedomOperation Iraqi Freedom (OEF/OIF) should contact their local OEF/OIF Coordinator for information about benefits and health care enrollment. Locate points of contact for returning veterans throughout the South New York and New Jersey region.
Compensated Work Therapy opportunities are available for patients receiving care from our Polytrauma department. This program is designed to help patients successfully re-enter their communities and live secure and productive lives. For additional information, please contact Joseph Macaluso at (718) 584-9000, Ext. 4438.
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| Reviewed/Updated Date: February 28, 2008 |
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