Impacts of covid-19 on health and healthcare for rural veterans in home-based primary care

Abstract: This qualitative study explored the impact of COVID-19 on older rural-dwelling veterans and their caregivers enrolled in home-based primary care (HBPC) through the …

Behavioral health integrated support network (BHISN)

Abstract: Introduction: This article reviews process and performance of an innovative effort leveraging virtual health to manage unmet demand for behavioral health and substance …

Learning from national implementation of the Veterans Affairs Clinical Resource Hub (CRH) program for improving access to care: Protocol for a six year evaluation

Abstract: Background: The Veterans Affairs (VA) Clinical Resource Hub (CRH) program aims to improve patient access to care by implementing time-limited, regionally based primary or …

The role of depression and anxiety symptom severity in remotely delivered mental health care

Abstract: This study examined differences in mental health characteristics of Veterans who received VA Video Connect (VVC) or audio-only care during initial phases of the COVID-19 …

Delivering brief warrior renew over video teleconferencing to women veterans with military sexual trauma: a pragmatic trial

Abstract: This program evaluation examines effectiveness and acceptability of an eight-session brief warrior renew treatment protocol, modified and delivered over video …

Impact and efficiency of treatment across two PTSD clinical trials comparing in-person and telehealth service delivery formats

Abstract: The intent of this study is to examine treatment impact and efficiency observed when cognitive behavioral treatments for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are …

Provider perceptions and use of mental health services in the Veterans Health Administration during the COVID-19 pandemic

Abstract: The COVID-19 pandemic significantly altered the way in which health care is delivered, challenging providers, and systems of care to innovate to maintain access to …

A retrospective comparison of HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (prep) outcomes between a pharmacist-led telehealth clinic and in-person clinic in a veteran population

Abstract: Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) reduces human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) transmission through sexual contact by at least 90% when taken as prescribed. This …

Telehealth experiences in Canadian Veterans: associations, strengths and barriers to care during the COVID-19 pandemic

Abstract: Introduction: Identifying barriers to care in veteran populations is critical, as veterans face increased social isolation, relationship strains and financial …

Telehealth delivery of group-format cognitive rehabilitation to older Veterans with traumatic brain injury: a mixed methods pilot study

Abstract: Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is common among Veterans and may interact with aging, increasing risk for negative cognitive, emotional, and functional outcomes. However, no …

Improving the usability of written exposure therapy for therapists in the Department of Veterans Affairs telemental health: formative study using qualitative and user-centered design Methods

Abstract: Background: User modifications are common in evidence-based psychosocial interventions (EBPIs) for mental health disorders. Often, EBPIs fit poorly into clinical …

Examining the efficacy of a brief cognitive-behavioral therapy for chronic pain (Brief CBT-CP) group delivered via VA Video Connect (VVC) among older adult Veterans

Abstract: To evaluate the effectiveness of a Brief CBT-CP Group delivered via VA Video Connect (VVC) among different age groups of Veterans with chronic noncancer pain being seen …