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Minneapolis VA - July 2024 Update

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Minneapolis VA employees participating in community outreach


New Women’s Clinic looking for the right name

woman nurse military statue

The Minneapolis VA Medical Center is seeking nominations for the namesake of its new women’s veterans clinic in advance of its groundbreaking. 

“Naming the new clinic after an extraordinary woman veteran acknowledges and promotes a culture of respect and dignity toward women who have proudly served alongside their male counterparts,” said Pat Kelly, Minneapolis VA director. ...read more

Meet our 2024 Top Doctors

two women and two men doctors

Congratulations to our Minneapolis VA Health Care System doctors who’ve been recognized as 2024 Top Doctors by Mpls. St.Paul Magazine. We’re grateful for their dedication to preventing illness, restoring health and providing comfort to Veterans who entrust us with their care.

Top Doctors are nominated by other doctors in the Twin Cities area. Final selections are based on extensive research and peer review.

This year’s group of Top Doctors join a prestigious group of doctors from cities around the country who have been selected to Super Doctors. ...read more


Olympic excellence closer to home

man running race for USA

Johann Jack not only proudly wore the uniform of the U.S. Marine Corps, but also proudly wore the uniform of the U.S. Olympic Team and now serves his fellow Veterans as an employee of the Minneapolis VA Health Care System. 

In 2003, Jack joined the Marine Corps as a Non-commissioned Officer, Electrical Engineer/Fitness Specialist, and established fitness clinics and workout regimes for the Marine Corps Running Club through Team USA Track and Field and the U.S. Paralympics Team at the Olympic Training Center....read more


Veteran Virtual Resource Center

veteran and employee using Virtual Health Resource Center

Minneapolis VA is set to launch a Virtual Health Resource Center on July 25, 2024, at their Minneapolis VA Medical Center location.

The Minneapolis VA Virtual Health Resource Center, commonly called the VHRC for short, will offer support to Veterans, their family members and caregivers, and VA staff looking to take advantage of virtual care tools. They will be able to provide guidance, hands-on support, training, troubleshooting, and other information regarding virtual care tools, such as VA Video Connect, My HealtheVet, Annie Automated Text Messaging for health care reminders, VA Mobile health apps, and devices. ...read more


A decade of environmental sustainability in health care

People with award

For the tenth year in a row, the Minneapolis VA Medical Center has been named one of the Top 25 hospitals in the country by Practice Greenhealth, the nation’s leading organization dedicated to environmental sustainability in health care from 500 hospitals that applied.

“This is outstanding news,” said Pat Kelly, director of the Minneapolis VA Health Care System “This award demonstrates our entire team’s efforts in protecting the health of patients and the community around the Minneapolis VA Medical Center."...read more


Prosthetic and sensory aids for women

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Women Veterans: You deserve the best prosthetic and sensory aids designed to fit your lifestyle and your body, based on your unique health care needs.

The term "prosthetic device" refers to any device that supports or replaces loss of a body part or function. VA offers comprehensive and advanced prosthetic devices, sensory aids, and rehabilitation services. Plus, we know that size and appearance matter. We’re further enhancing options so you can choose items that meet your personal style and body type. VA provides a wide range of comprehensive services and devices for prosthetic and sensory aids. ...read more


Upcoming Events

State Fair Military Appreciation - August 27, 2024

Veteran Food Pantry - August 20, 2024 10am -2pm...read more

Café - drop-in group for Veterans - August 16, 2024 1pm -2pm. Educational sessions, games, and social time hosted by the Mental Health Integrated Care Community...read more

Visit our website for upcoming events at Events | VA Minneapolis Health Care | Veterans Affairs


NOTIFICATION! St. Paul Vet Center has moved. Now located at 6636 Cedar Ave S Suite 200, Richfield, MN 55432, phone 612-243-7920, fax 612-869-3518.

Minneapolis VA Key Service Contact Numbers

Veteran Crisis Line: 988 - Available 24/7

Billing Customer Service desk – 612-467-1298

Medical Records/Release of Information: 614-388-7399 - M-F, 8:00 a.m.-noon and 1:00-4:30 p.m.

Patient Advocates: 612- 467-2102 - M-F, 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Enrollment and Eligibility: 612-467-2019 - M-F, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.