United States Department of Veterans Affairs
United States Department of Veterans Affairs

VA Polytrauma System of Care

Welcome to the Houston Polytrauma Network Site

Houston VA Medical Center

Michael E. DeBakey (Houston) VA Medical Center
2002 Holcombe Boulevard
Houston, TX 77030-4211
(713) 791-1414
Toll Free: (800) 553-2278

Returning Veterans Coordinator:
Fern Taylor
(713) 794-7034

Polytrauma Admissions and Referral Officer:
(713) 794-7109

Polytrauma Case Manager:
Tomasita Gonzalez (LMSW):
(713) 791-1414, Ext. 5254

Polytrauma Director:
Stephanie F. Sneed (MD):
(713) 794-7117

Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center is a proud member of South Central VA Health Care Network – Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN) 16.

What is Polytrauma?

The Houston 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.

 

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

 

Additional Information

If you are interested in more information about admission to the Houston Polytrauma Network Site or want to schedule an evaluation, please contact our Admissions and Referral Officer at (713) 794-7109.

Veterans returning from Operation Iraqi Freedom and/or Operation Enduring Freedom (OIF/OEF) should contact their local OIF/OEF Coordinator for information about benefits and health care enrollment.

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