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Chicago VA Medical Center Jesse Brown VA Medical Center Mission: Honor America's veterans by providing exceptional health care

The Jesse Brown VA Medical Center (Chicago VA Medical Center) provides Veterans with one of the finest and most extensive health care systems in the country. With over 100 specialty outpatient clinics delivering care at five sites throughout the Chicago area and Northwest Indiana, approximately 62,000 enrolled Veterans trust our medical center for their health care needs.

Hope has a pulse and it beats in you. The October Blood Drive takes place at Jesse Brown Thursday, Oct. 22 from 10 a.m. ...
10/20/2026

Hope has a pulse and it beats in you. The October Blood Drive takes place at Jesse Brown Thursday, Oct. 22 from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., in the Mezzanine, second floor (hallway between Damen and Ogden buildings). Appointments preferred; walk-ins welcomed. One pint of blood can save up to three lives. To sign up, please visit https://tinyurl.com/42mesa8x.

One in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. Researchers using data from VA’s Million Veteran ...
10/19/2026

One in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. Researchers using data from VA’s Million Veteran Program found that a genetic risk model can accurately predict breast cancer risk in women Veterans, which can lead to personalized screenings based on risk. Help support research aimed at improving early detection and treatment for Veterans. Visit www.mvp.va.gov or call (866) 441-6075.

If you’re a Veteran and you’re soon turning 65 years old, you may have questions about your healthcare coverage options....
10/15/2026

If you’re a Veteran and you’re soon turning 65 years old, you may have questions about your healthcare coverage options. In addition to your VA healthcare, you may be eligible for Medicare and TRICARE for Life. The right healthcare coverage depends on your specific needs.

Enrolled Veterans can now schedule VA TeleDermatology imaging appointments without first contacting their primary care t...
10/15/2026

Enrolled Veterans can now schedule VA TeleDermatology imaging appointments without first contacting their primary care team for a referral. To use this self-referral option, Veterans must be assigned to a Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT). Call (888) 569-5282, option 4 to learn more or schedule an appointment.

Polish American Heritage Month is an annual designation observed in October. Across the globe, there are about 9.5 milli...
10/14/2026

Polish American Heritage Month is an annual designation observed in October. Across the globe, there are about 9.5 million Polish Americans. They represent about 3% of the American in population. In Chicago, there are almost 1 million Polish Americans.

Happy 251st birthday U.S. Navy!! The U.S. Navy was established Oct. 13, 1775, when the Continental Congress passed a res...
10/13/2026

Happy 251st birthday U.S. Navy!! The U.S. Navy was established Oct. 13, 1775, when the Continental Congress passed a resolution to outfit an armed vessel to intercept British supply ships during the American Revolutionary War.

Thank you for hosting such an amazing relaunch of the RQI program at Jesse Brown VA. I’m grateful to have been part of t...
10/13/2026

Thank you for hosting such an amazing relaunch of the RQI program at Jesse Brown VA. I’m grateful to have been part of the event and truly appreciate the energy, preparation, and commitment brought to making the relaunch a success.

We are sincerely thankful for the dedicated and passionate education team. Their positivity and excitement were truly contagious and created a positive experience for the staff.

My team and I look forward to continuing to partner with you to help the RQI program thrive. As we move forward, ongoing leadership support will be an important part of sustaining momentum, promoting compliance, and strengthening accountability at the unit level.

Thank you again for your dedication to making this program successful.

In Federal Electronic Health Record video series, clinicians and front-line staff share how the Federal EHR is making a ...
10/09/2026

In Federal Electronic Health Record video series, clinicians and front-line staff share how the Federal EHR is making a real impact on patient care delivery. Listen to real stories from those in the field who work with the system daily, and learn how the Federal EHR has evolved, is improving the quality of care for Veterans, and is easing workflows for providers.

“The Federal EHR: Real Stories. Real Impact” Episode 5, at https://players.brightcove.net/2851863979001/vXeV2Pvr2e_default/index.html?videoId=6404366450112, delves into how VA's transition to the Federal EHR means modernized patient records to improve efficiency and care coordination. It also demonstrates VA's adaptability and commitment to meeting Veterans' evolving needs. VA leaders share what this technology means and how it enhances health care delivery for Veterans, both now and in the future.

Depression doesn't look the same on everyone. Still depression. Still treatable. Visit MentalHealth.va.gov/depression.
10/09/2026

Depression doesn't look the same on everyone. Still depression. Still treatable. Visit MentalHealth.va.gov/depression.

Comm Ed has a planned power outage for the building where our Chicago Heights CBOC is located, and they will be without ...
10/08/2026

Comm Ed has a planned power outage for the building where our Chicago Heights CBOC is located, and they will be without power and unable to utilize the generator during the power outage. Comm Ed is upgrading the power capability to the building. The Chicago Heights CBOC will need to be shut down from 8 a.m. to noon Friday, Oct. 9.

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