• Author: Laura J. Myers
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Impact of the Veterans Affairs National Telestroke Program's Subacute Telestroke Service on interhospital transfers

Abstract: Background and Purpose: Telestroke improves access to acute ischemic stroke (AIS) expertise, aids in decision-making, and reduces interhospital transfers. Few studies …

Quality improvement intervention to increase sleep apnea diagnostic testing after stroke and transient ischemic attack: A cluster randomized trial

Abstract: Importance: Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is common among patients with ischemic stroke and transient ischemic attack (TIA) and is associated with poor outcomes. …

Discharge disposition following acute ischemic stroke in the Veterans Health Administration: A retrospective cohort study

Abstract: BACKGROUND: The purpose of this study was to examine the discharge disposition of older adults who were hospitalized for an ischemic stroke in the Veterans Health …

Buprenorphine discontinuation and utilization of psychosocial services: A national study in the Veterans Health Administration

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Longer duration of treatment with medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD) is associated with improved outcomes, but long-term retention remains a challenge. …

Use of cognitive‐behavioral therapy in a nation‐wide Veterans Health Administration sample: The role of clinic, therapist, and patient factors

Abstract: ABSTRACT Objective Data Sources and Study Setting Study Design Data Collection Principal Findings Conclusions To examine the use of CBT‐CP (Cognitive‐behavioral …

Colon age: A metric for whether and how to screen male Veterans for early-onset colorectal cancer

Abstract: We aimed to develop a metric for estimating risk for early-onset colorectal cancer (EOCRC) to help decide whether and how to screen persons < age 50. We used risk …

A developmental formative evaluation of a pilot participatory music program for veterans with housing insecurity

Abstract: Interventions are needed to improve well-being and promote community reintegration among Veterans with housing insecurity. The objective was to conduct a developmental …