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Health Services | VA Boston Health Care | Veterans Affairs
Chronic kidney disease
Diabetes (including gestational diabetes)
Eating disorders and digestive health
Pregnancy and postpartum nutrition
Weight management

To access care, ask your Primary Care team for a consult or call the Nutrition Scheduler at .
Learn more about VA Boston's Nutrition and Food Service.

 Ophthalmology
 

Common conditions: cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetic eye disease
 
Our ophthalmology specialists diagnose and provide medical and surgical care for conditions that affect your eyes—like cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy.
Care we provide at VA Boston health care
Available at these locations
Jamaica Plain VA medical center
Care we provide at VA Boston health care
At VA Boston, our ophthalmologists provide highly specialized care for a broad spectrum of patients with both routine and complex eye disease.
We treat conditions like

Cataracts
Glaucoma
Diabetic retinopathy
Macular degeneration
Retinal tears and detachments
Uveitis
Eyelid and orbital tumors
Corneal pathology
Adult strabismus

How to make an appointment
If you aren't currently being seen by Ophthalmology,  you can be referred by your primary care provider for an initial consultation. If you are already being followed by Ophthalmology please call the clinic directly at 857-364-5795.
Learn more about our Ophthalmic surgeons at VA Boston health care
Learn more about Ophthalmic [Eye] surgical procedures at VA Boston health care
 

 Optometry
 

Common conditions: vision exams, prescription eyeglasses, contact lenses
 
Our optometrists offer you routine eye exams, preventive vision testing and treatment for conditions like glaucoma. We also provide prescriptions for eyeglasses and other assistive devices.
Available at these locations

Care we provide at VA Boston health care
Care we provide at VA Boston health care
Comprehensive eye care with a focus on vision correction and screening for ocular disease.
We treat the following conditions

Ocular inflammation
Nutrition, Food And Dietary Care | VA Boston Health Care | Veterans Affairs
They can assist you in a variety of ways such as with managing diabetes, heart disease, kidney disease, high blood pressure, or other chronic illnesses, or if you have digestive issues, cancer, or want to eat smarter and include foods that you enjoy into a healthy lifestyle.

 What kinds of appointments are available?
 

We offer the following appointment options:Face-to-facePhoneVA Video Connect (VVC)

 How do I schedule an appointment?
 

Our clinics are self-referralCall our scheduling line at  to make an appointmentDietitian/Nutritionists are also available via MyHealtheVet secure messaging

 Is a referral required? 
 

NO. Patients may be seen at any time during their inpatient admission. In outpatient clinics, you are encouraged to self-refer.  A referral is not necessary unless you are seeking a prescription for an oral nutrition supplement, but if so, a consult to see a Dietitian must be submitted by your provider.

 Are walk-ins accepted in nutrition outpatient clinics?
 

Yes, walk-ins and warm hand-offs from other providers are warmly welcomed – but there may be a small wait time with a brief appointment, and a need to schedule for additional time.

 Is online scheduling available for this service?
 

YES. Only face-to-face clinics are open to online scheduling, if the dietitian has that function allowed.

 Nutrition classes offered by dietitians
 

If interested in joining the MOVE program, please request a referral from your Primary Care Provider.

Call the Nutrition scheduling line at 774-826-2870 to inquire about registering for the next group.

If interested in joining the Diabetes Self-Management Classes program, please request a referral from your Primary Care Provider.

Last updated: December 1, 2023

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Fort Harrison VA Medical Center | VA Montana Health Care | Veterans Affairs
Our neurologists read electroencephalogram (EEG) recordings, which measure the electrical impulses brain cells use to communicate with each other. We evaluate and treat many neurological illnesses and disorders such as:

Neuropathy (nerve damage), myelopathy and other spinal cord injuries, and radiculopathy (pinched nerves)
Parkinson’s disease, epilepsy, and multiple sclerosis
Stroke, dementia, and degenerative diseases
Other neurological conditions

 Nutrition, food, and dietary care
 

Our nutrition experts work closely with you and your care team to help make sure you’re getting the nutrition you need to get and stay as healthy as possible.

 Visit our office, by appointment only
 

 A referral is required
 

Appointments

 Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required,
 you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first.
 

Nutrition and food service

Nutrition and food service

Nutrition, food, and dietary care

Nutrition, food, and dietary care

Service Hours

 The service hours are the same as our facility hours.
 

Our registered dietitians can help you maintain or improve your health with good nutrition tailored to your needs. Through group, individual and telehealth sessions, we provide nutrition education and counseling in areas such as:

Cardiovascular and heart health
Chronic kidney disease
Diabetes (including gestational diabetes)
Eating disorders and digestive health
Pregnancy and postpartum nutrition
Weight management

 Ophthalmology
 

Common conditions: cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetic eye disease
 
Our ophthalmology specialists diagnose and provide medical and surgical care for conditions that affect your eyes—like cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy.

 Visit our office, by appointment only
 

 A referral is required
 

Appointments

 Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required,
 you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first.
 

Main Phone

Main Phone

Ophthalmology

Service Hours
Administration on Aging | ACL Administration for Community Living
Elder Justice Act

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)

Help America Vote Act

Medicare Improvements for Patients & Providers Act

Public Health Service Act

Rehabilitation Act

Organization

Organizational Chart

Leadership

Regional Offices

History

Budget

Policy and Regulations

Public Input

Reports to Congress and the President

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About the Administration on Aging (AoA)
The Administration on Aging (AOA) is the principal agency of the U.S Department of Health and Human Services designated to carry out the provisions of the Older Americans Act of 1965 (OAA), as amended (42 U.S.C.A. § 3001 et seq.). The OAA promotes the well-being of older individuals by providing services and programs designed to help them live independently in their homes and communities. The Act also empowers the federal government to distribute funds to the states for supportive services for individuals over the age of 60.
Office of Supportive and Caregiver Services
For more than 35 years, the AoA has provided home and community-based services to millions of older persons through the programs funded under the OAA. Services provided using AoA funds include, but are not limited to transportation, adult day care, caregiver supports, and health promotion programs.
Office of Nutrition and Health Promotion Programs
The Office of Nutrition and Health Promotion Programs (ONHPP) administers a range of OAA-funded programs, managing numerous grants, providing technical assistance to grantees, and supporting the aging services network carrying out the work of the OAA across the country. ONHPP is also dedicated to fostering partnerships within and outside of the network and government, collaborating to innovate and enhance supports for older Americans. The office’s evidence-based programs focus on nutrition services, falls prevention, behavioral health, chronic disease self-management education; HIV/AIDS education; oral health education, and general disease prevention and health promotion.
Office of Elder Justice and Adult Protective Services
Twin Ports VA Clinic | VA Minneapolis Health Care | Veterans Affairs
Physical therapy, occupational therapy and kinesiotherapy can help restore movement and function if you have been disabled by injury or disease.

Appointments

 Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required,
 you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first.
 

PT/OT Appointment Phone

Main Phone

Service Hours

 The service hours are the same as our facility hours.
 

If you’re living with or recovering from an injury, illness or chronic condition that limits your mobility and independence, we can help. Our physical, occupational and movement therapists combine therapeutic exercise, counseling, education and training to help you improve your health and quality of life. Our services include:

Pain relief and joint mobilization
Movement and exercise therapies to improve your strength, endurance, balance and coordination
Mobility assessment and training with wheelchairs, scooters and walking devices
Life skills training and activities to help you maintain the highest level of independence and functionality
Aquatic therapy to manage chronic pain
Evaluation and treatment for a wide range of medical, orthopedic, psychosocial and neurological conditions

 Primary care
 

Your VA primary care provider will work closely with you to plan for all the care you need to stay healthy and well throughout your life, including immunizations and vaccinations. They will also work with family members or caregivers who support you.

 Visit our office, by appointment only
 

 A referral is not required
 

Appointments

 Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required,
 you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first.
 

Main Phone

Main Phone

Service Hours

 The service hours are the same as our facility hours.
 

A strong network of family and internal medicine specialists and services can offer you the best possible care. Internal medicine doctors (internists) prevent, diagnose and treat adult diseases. Doctors who specialize in family medicine provide primary health care to the entire family. Your primary care team can coordinate the many services you receive such as:

Labs and blood work
Mental health care
Women's health care
Radiology
Rochester VA Clinic | VA Minneapolis Health Care | Veterans Affairs
Refill prescriptions online and by phone or mail

Learn more about our pharmacy

 Physical therapy, occupational therapy and kinesiotherapy
 

Physical therapy, occupational therapy and kinesiotherapy can help restore movement and function if you have been disabled by injury or disease.

Appointments

 Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required,
 you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first.
 

PT/OT Appointment Phone

Main Phone

Service Hours

 The service hours are the same as our facility hours.
 

If you’re living with or recovering from an injury, illness or chronic condition that limits your mobility and independence, we can help. Our physical, occupational and movement therapists combine therapeutic exercise, counseling, education and training to help you improve your health and quality of life. Our services include:

Pain relief and joint mobilization
Movement and exercise therapies to improve your strength, endurance, balance and coordination
Mobility assessment and training with wheelchairs, scooters and walking devices
Life skills training and activities to help you maintain the highest level of independence and functionality
Aquatic therapy to manage chronic pain
Evaluation and treatment for a wide range of medical, orthopedic, psychosocial and neurological conditions

 Primary care
 

Your VA primary care provider will work closely with you to plan for all the care you need to stay healthy and well throughout your life, including immunizations and vaccinations. They will also work with family members or caregivers who support you.

 Visit our office, by appointment only
 

 A referral is not required
 

Appointments

 Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required,
 you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first.
 

Main Phone

Main Phone

Service Hours

 The service hours are the same as our facility hours.
 

A strong network of family and internal medicine specialists and services can offer you the best possible care. Internal medicine doctors (internists) prevent, diagnose and treat adult diseases. Doctors who specialize in family medicine provide primary health care to the entire family.
Health Services | VA Boston Health Care | Veterans Affairs
Minimally invasive heart valve procedures such as transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) and transcatheter edge-to-edge repair of the mitral valve (e.g. Mitraclip)
Left atrial appendage closure (e.g. Watchman) for atrial fibrillation
Assessing and treating blockages in the peripheral vascular arteries (legs, arms, neck) with balloons and stents

To access care, ask your Primary Care team for a referral or if you are an established Cardiology patient, call the outpatient clinic number 857-203-6004.

 Cardiovascular surgery
 

When treatment of your heart condition calls for surgery, our cardiovascular surgery service offers expert consultation, treatment and care.
Available at these locations

Care we provide at VA Boston health care
VA Boston Healthcare System cardiac surgeons treat disorders of the heart.  Our team of experts provides comprehensive care, using surgical approaches including minimally invasive surgery.  Common procedures include

Surgical Coronary artery revascularization (CABG)
Aortic aneurysm repair
Aortic valve replacement (AVR) including transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR)
Mitral valve Repair and Replacement (MVR)
Surgery for Atrial Fibrilation
Minimally invasive coronary revascularization
Minimally invasive valve surgery
Initiation of Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation
Closure of Interatrial or interventricular communications in the adult
Sternal fixation with plates
Pericardial striping

We treat the following conditions: 

Coronary artery disease
Aortic aneurysms
Aortic and mitral valve disease including endocarditis
Congenital cardiac anomalies in the adult
Severe Cardiac and respiratory failure
Unstable sternum
Chronic pericarditis

Learn more about our Cardiac Surgery Staff
How to make an Appointment
If you aren't currently being seen by Cardiac surgery, you can be referred by your Primary Care Provider for an initial consultation. If you are already being followed by Cardiac  surgery, please call the clinic directly at .

 Chiropractic
Minneapolis VA Medical Center | VA Minneapolis Health Care | Veterans Affairs
Our Minority Veterans Program serves all Veterans who are Black American, Asian American, Hispanic American, and Native American (including American Indians, Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Island Americans). We work to:

Help the medical center address minority Veterans’ needs
Meet minority Veterans’ needs in the local community
Identify barriers and create a more accessible environment for minority Veterans
Inform minority Veterans of VA benefits, services, and programs

Learn more and connect with a care coordinator

 My HealtheVet coordinator
 

Your My HealtheVet coordinator can help you start using the VA online portal to manage your appointments and records, refill prescriptions, view your lab and test results and communicate with your health care team.

 Visit our office, by appointment only
 

 A referral is not required
 

Appointments

 Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required,
 you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first.
 

Main Phone

Main Phone

My HealtheVet Coordinator

Service Hours

 The service hours are the same as our facility hours.
 

My HealtheVet helps you gain a better understanding of your health and explore different ways to monitor and improve your health. When you use the My HealtheVet tools, you become a more active partner with your health care team.
Learn more and connect with a care coordinator

 Nephrology
 

Common conditions: Dialysis, kidney disease, high blood pressure, hypertension
 
Our specialists offer you advanced care for kidney-related diseases like chronic kidney disease, high blood pressure and fluid and electrolyte problems. We also provide dialysis and related support.

 Visit our office, by appointment only
 

 A referral is required
 

Appointments

 Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required,
 you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first.
 

Main Phone

Main Phone

Service Hours

 The service hours are the same as our facility hours.
Health Services | VA Boston Health Care | Veterans Affairs
Neuropathy (nerve damage), myelopathy and other spinal cord injuries, and radiculopathy (pinched nerves)
Parkinson’s disease, epilepsy and multiple sclerosis
Stroke, dementia and degenerative diseases
Other neurological conditions

To access care, ask your Primary Care team for a referral.

 Neurosurgery
 

We provide expert care and surgical services for Veterans with conditions and diseases that affect the brain, spine and nervous system.
Care we provide at VA Boston health care
We have  two board certified neurosurgeons on staff who are able to handle complex and routine neurosurgical conditions.Our team can treat:Brain tumorsMeningiomasLumbar stenosisCervical stenosisSpinal instabilityAvailable at these locationsWest Roxbury VA Medical CenterHow to Make an AppointmentIf you aren't currently being seen by Neurosurgery, you can be referred by your primary care provider for an initial consultation. If you are already being followed by Neurosurgery, please call the clinic directly at Learn more about your Neurosurgeons at VA Boston health care

 Nutrition, food, and dietary care
 

Our nutrition experts work closely with you and your care team to help make sure you’re getting the nutrition you need to get and stay as healthy as possible.
Available at these locations

Care we provide at VA Boston health care
Our registered dietitians can help you maintain or improve your health with good nutrition tailored to your needs. Through group, individual and telehealth sessions, we provide nutrition education and counseling in areas such as:

Cardiovascular and heart health
Chronic kidney disease
Diabetes (including gestational diabetes)
Eating disorders and digestive health
Pregnancy and postpartum nutrition
Weight management

To access care, ask your Primary Care team for a consult or call the Nutrition Scheduler at .
Learn more about VA Boston's Nutrition and Food Service.

 Ophthalmology
 

Common conditions: cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetic eye disease
Jamaica Plain VA Medical Center | VA Boston Health Care | Veterans Affairs
A referral is required
 

Appointments
Jamaica Plain offers Kinesiotherapy, OT and PT on an outpatient basis. Ask your primary care or specialty provider for a referral. Walk-ins for Durable Medicine Equipment, as availability permits.

Main number.

Main number

Service Hours

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Tue.

	7:00 a.m.
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Some services may be available through VA Video Connect. Ask your care team for details.

If you’re living with or recovering from an injury, illness or chronic condition that limits your mobility and independence, we can help. Our physical, occupational and movement therapists and assistants combine therapeutic exercise, counseling, education and training to help you improve your health and quality of life. Our services include:

Pain relief and joint mobilization
Movement and exercise therapies to improve your strength, endurance, balance, and coordination
Mobility assessment and training with wheelchairs, scooters, and walking devices
Life skills training and activities to help you maintain the highest level of independence and functionality
Aquatic therapy to manage chronic pain
Evaluation and treatment for a wide range of medical, orthopedic, psychosocial, and neurological conditions

Kinesiotherapy involves an evaluation and a program of exercise therapy and training to help improve a patient's strength, endurance and mobility.
Occupational therapy is a health and rehabilitation program that assists people to live life to its fullest by building skills for a better life.
Physical therapy helps people improve their movement and physical function, manage pain and other chronic conditions, and recover from and prevent injury and chronic disease.
Jamaica Plain VA Medical Center | VA Boston Health Care | Veterans Affairs
As a referral center for VA New England, we care for approximately 500 to 600 patients in our outpatient clinic each month, and perform in more than 2,500 endoscopic procedures annually. We treat a broad range of health concerns, including conditions in your esophagus, stomach, small intestine and colon, and other parts of your digestive system. We can also test and treat other organs of the digestive system, like your liver, pancreas and gallbladder. Care and services we provide include:

Colonoscopy, esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD), and endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), which use an endoscope (a long, flexible tube with a small camera on the end) that lets us examine your digestive system
Endoscopic ultrasound, which uses high-frequency sound waves to create images that help us diagnose and evaluate digestive and lung diseases
Manometry study, which tests how well your esophagus is working
Small bowel capsule endoscopy, which uses a tiny wireless camera that takes pictures as it moves through your digestive system
24-hour pH study, which measures how much stomach acid is flowing into your esophagus and helps us assess conditions like severe heartburn and acid reflux
Evaluation of positive fecal occult blood testing
Treatments for chronic liver disease and hepatitis C
Management of chronic inflammatory bowel diseases (Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis)
Management of irritable bowel syndrome, known as IBS

To access care, ask your Primary Care team for a referral.

 Geriatrics
 

Common conditions: memory problems, sleep problems, falls, bone loss, weight loss
 
As you age, we offer a range of medical and support services to help you stay as healthy, active and independent as possible. We also offer help to family members and caregivers who may support you.

 Visit our office, by appointment only
 

 A referral is required
 

Appointments
Ask your primary care team for a referral.

Main Phone

 Geriatrics Clinic at Jamaica Plain
 

 Main Hospital Building