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“They’ll talk about everything else… but suicidal ideation”: Clinician experiences addressing non-disclosure of suicidal ideation among military-affiliated clients

Abstract: Background: More than half of people experiencing suicidal thoughts and behaviors may never disclose their experiences to another person. Veterans are more likely to die …

What makes for a positive patient experience in chronic pain care? A qualitative evaluation of factors affecting Veteran patient satisfaction across two individualized pain care interventions in VA primary care

Abstract: Background: Veterans are at high risk for pain-related disability, medication overdose, and opioid-related deaths. In response, Veterans Affairs (VA) healthcare systems …

What makes for a positive patient experience in chronic pain care? A qualitative evaluation of factors affecting Veteran patient satisfaction across two individualized pain care interventions in VA primary care

Abstract: Background: Veterans are at high risk for pain-related disability, medication overdose, and opioid-related deaths. In response, Veterans Affairs (VA) healthcare systems …

The impact of chiropractic care on opioid prescriptions in Veterans Health Administration patients receiving low back pain care

Abstract:Background: Key nonpharmacologic therapies, including those routinely provided by chiropractors, are recommended first-line treatments for low back pain (LBP). Little is …

The use of complementary health approaches among U.S. Veterans from 2002 to 2022: A prevalence and sex-stratified analysis

Abstract: The article examines the use of Complementary Health Approaches (CHA) among U.S. veterans from 2002 to 2022, with a focus on prevalence and sex-stratified analysis. The …

The impact of chiropractic care on opioid prescriptions in Veterans Health Administration patients receiving low back pain care

Abstract: Background: Key nonpharmacologic therapies, including those routinely provided by chiropractors, are recommended first-line treatments for low back pain (LBP). Little is …

Early implementation of a regional telehealth contingency staffing program and primary care quality in the Veterans Health Administration: Evidence from the Clinical Resource Hub program

Abstract: Background: The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) launched the Clinical Resource Hub (CRH) program to address primary care staffing deficits and improve access. …

Lung cancer screening offers and low-dose computed tomography completion among Veterans experiencing homelessness

Abstract: The article examines lung cancer screening offers and low-dose computed tomography completion among veterans experiencing homelessness. It highlights the disparities in …

Serving Vietnam Veterans hospitalized outside the VA system: A scoping review of presumptive service-related illnesses and presentations

Abstract:Background: Recent legislation, the MISSION Act and the PACT Act, expanded access to and utilization of non-Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) health care; more Veterans …

Veterans’ experiences with COVID-19 and how providers can shape care and perception with empathy

Abstract:Background: The COVID-19 pandemic challenged healthcare systems like the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to pivot to new models of care and keep up with rapidly …

Providers’ role in building patient buy-in for treating chronic pain and PTSD: Veterans’ perspectives on interactions with providers

Abstract:Background: Patients with co-occurring chronic pain and PTSD are especially vulnerable to debilitating symptoms and frustrating experiences seeking healthcare. The …

Providers’ role in building patient buy-in for treating chronic pain and PTSD: Veterans’ perspectives on interactions with providers

Abstract: Background: Patients with co-occurring chronic pain and PTSD are especially vulnerable to debilitating symptoms and frustrating experiences seeking healthcare. The …