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Accelerated PTSD care offers faster relief for veterans

Rush University System for Health’s Road Home Program helps veterans recover with intensive, evidence-based treatment, while preserving their dignity. 

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Nurse practitioners’ care linked to 11% longer stays in the ED

Research in a leading economics journal shows that NPs delivering emergency care also increased medical spending by $129 million in the VA system.

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Advocating for veterans' health

Explore health issues affecting U.S. veterans and AMA's dedication to improving their well-being.

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VA National Standards of Practice: Federal Supremacy Project

Learn more about AMA advocacy on the National Standards of Practice developed by the VA Federal Supremacy Project.

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Community-based education CME

Training exemplary physicians with continuing medical education on a variety of topics, including substance use disorder, from Michigan State University College of Human Medicine.

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Veterans’ health advocacy

Learn more about how the AMA supports veteran health.

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Enterprise Patient Scheduling (EPS): What community physicians need to know about VA scheduling

Learn more about VA scheduling using Enterprise Patient Scheduling (EPS).

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How physicians can better meet veterans’ mental health needs

Veterans and their families have particular needs, especially in mental health. Learn how to approach caring for such patients.

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Veteran Care CME on AMA Ed Hub™

Address special areas of concern when caring for women veterans, with focused training from VA Office of Women’s Health.

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Don’t override state scope of practice laws in the VA

The VA’s Federal Supremacy Project, which threatens to undermine physician-led care, also lacks transparency and non-VA physician involvement.

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Veterans’ health resources for medical professionals

Find resources for health issues that may affect veterans and their families, including post-traumatic stress disorder, traumatic brain injury and depression.

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