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About Birmingham
The Birmingham VA Medical Center is an acute tertiary care facility with particularly strong programs in both medicine and surgery and serves as the primary referral center for the state. We provide health care services to eligible veterans in the VA Southeast Network . The 32-bed Southeastern Blind Rehabilitation Center is one of nine in the VA system. Recent construction provides state-of-the-art facilities and equipment in all clinical programs. Located in the Birmingham historic south side district of the city, the facility's primary affiliation is with the University of Alabama hospitals and clinics.
Can't Make Your Appointment?
Last month , more than 2,000 patients were unable to keep their appointments. Because we did not hear from them, we were unable to reschedule that time for their fellow veterans. If you can't make your appointment, let us help you re-schedule.
The 2009 23rd National Veterans Golden Age Games are Fast Approaching
 The Golden Age Games will be held in Birmingham June 1-5, 2009. The Birmingham VA is the official host of the games. Over 700 Veterans from all over the coun competing in 16 different events. This will be an exciting set of games. We will need over 1,300 volunteers for this event. If you are interested in volunteering, contact our Voluntary Service office at (205) 933-4396.
Suicide Hot Line
VA has begun operating a national suicide prevention hot line for veterans. The toll–free hot line number-- 1–800–273–TALK (8255) –– is staffed by mental health professionals 24–hours a day, seven days a week. "Veterans need to know these VA professionals are literally a phone call away," said Secretary of Veterans Affairs Jim Nicholson. "All service members who experience the stresses of combat can have wounds on their minds as well as their bodies. Veterans should see mental health services as another benefit they have earned." ( more) |
