 
- My HealtheVet Coordinator Helps Patients Manage Healthcare
Erie VA Medical Center is pleased to introduce Bonnie Lee Mikula as the new, full-time My HealtheVet Coordinator. As an Army Veteran herself, Bonnie has used My HealtheVet to manage her health care online over the past couple of years and is very excited to help fellow Veterans navigate the program.
- HUD and VA Homeless Veteran’s Collaborative in Pennsylvania
During this year's Housing Alliance "Homes Within Reach" Conference, the Pennsylvania HUD and VA Homeless Veterans Collaborative was honored for their unified team approach focused on eliminating Veterans' homelessness.
- Urgent Care Center is open for business
Erie VA’s Urgent Care Center provides the same services, for the same conditions that were treated in the ER, except for emergency issues that would require an ambulance. Find out what our new Urgent Care Center means for you.
- TLC – Telephone Lifestyle Coaching
Telephone Lifestyle Coaching (TLC) will help patients improve their quality of life without having to travel to a VA medical center.
- Telehealth on the rise
The right care, at the right time, in the right place.
- National Award for Excellence
Theresa Allen, Erie VA's very own Telehealth Technician, received the 2012 Secretary's Award for Excellence in Nursing and Advancement of Nursing Programs for her work implementing telehealth programs.
- New Telephone Lifestyle Coaching Program
Telephone Lifestyle Coaching (TLC) is a new program available for Veterans who need a little support to help reach their health goals.
- New Family Support Group
Family plays a vital role in helping Veterans recover from mental health issues. That’s why the Erie VA Medical Center has partnered with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) to offer a new Family to Family support group to educate families on mental health issues and provide support as they work towards recovery.
- The Shape of Things to Come
One VISN 4 employee pinpointed VA's charge to transform care for Veterans.
- Surgical Advances in Treating Carpal Tunnel
Robert Seaman put off carpal tunnel release surgery for years. When he finally went in for a consult, he was presented with the option to be the first patient to receive a new, endoscopic method of carpal tunnel release surgery. After learning about the new method, this Navy Veteran jumped at the chance.
- Can you name the Presidents who were Veterans?
Of our 44 U.S. Presidents, 24 served in the military. The core values of decision-making and inspiring leadership are valuable in both military and civilian service.
- Valentine Concerts for Veterans
Every year at Valentines, VA throws a week long party for our hospitalized Veterans.
Popular singers will entertain the Veterans and their families at free concerts.
- Encouraging Vets with physical disabilities to try sports
Michael Johnston, a Navy Veteran who lost his left leg, is featured in a new video that encourages disabled Veterans to try sports to “redefine their mission.”
- Top Ten VA Health Stories of 2012
Veterans and their families found these the ten most popular articles of 2012 which appeared on the VHA Health home page. Here’s information on VA health benefits, Vet Centers and more.
- A Century of African-American History
February is African American History Month. Very few African Americans have witnessed as much of their history as Veteran Alyce Dixon. She is 105 and has seen a century of change.
- How to Have a Healthy Heart
Do you know the risk factors you can control to help prevent heart disease? They include diet, activity, cholesterol, blood pressure, and blood sugar.
- Shorter Hospital Stays Are Better for Patients, VA Finds
A shorter stay in the hospital can actually be more beneficial to you than a longer stay, according to a recent VA study.
- Having Trouble Shopping or Being in Public Places?
The Mental Health of America’s Veterans is one of VA’s top priorities. The AboutFace program features candid talk from Veterans with PTSD. Listen to the people who have been there.
- VA Responding to Flu Outbreak to Protect Veterans
As America endures a flu epidemic, the Veterans Health Administration is responding to the outbreak to protect the health of all Veterans and staff in the VA health system.
- Tests to Help Prevent or Detect Cervical Cancer
VA encourages all women Veterans to have regular screening tests which can help to prevent cervical cancer or detect it early. Almost all women are at risk for cervical cancer.
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