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Sociodemographic and clinical characteristics associated with Veterans' digital needs

Abstract: Importance: Telehealth can expand access to care, but digital needs present barriers for some patients. Objective: To investigate sociodemographic and clinical …

Veterans and digital equity: Planning for success

Abstract: The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act was signed into law on November 15, 2021, to ensure universal access to affordable, reliable, high-speed internet service …

Improving postoperative care for Veterans with obstructive sleep apnea through preoperative education and the electronic health record: A quality improvement project

Abstract: Purpose: The purpose of this quality improvement (QI) project was to establish and evaluate a process to improve use of positive airway pressure (PAP) therapy on the day …

Implementation and evaluation of a virtual skills-based dementia caregiver group intervention within a VA setting: A pilot study

Abstract: OBJECTIVES: This study sought to design, implement, and evaluate a 6-week skills-based telehealth group for dementia caregivers within a VA setting. METHODS: The protocol …

Using lean six sigma methods to develop an efficient and sustainable interdisciplinary team program for chronic pain in a VA: PREVAIL interdisciplinary team track

Abstract: Background: Chronic pain is highly prevalent in US military Veterans, and pain interdisciplinary teams (IDTs) are the gold standard in pain care. There is no standard or …

Developing the IDCaRe team: an integrated and culturally-affirming approach to improving health engagement for HIV-positive Veterans

Abstract: Background: Veterans Health Administration (VHA) has been at the forefront of offering integrated and patient-centered care to address the complex needs of more than …

Duration, cost, and escalation of care events for physical therapy management of low back pain in service members with limb loss

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Physical therapy (PT) is recommended as a primary treatment for low back pain (LBP), a common and impactful musculoskeletal condition after limb loss. The …

Implementing a new multidisciplinary, remote, dementia staff training program for Veterans affairs nursing homes

Abstract: Background: Preventing Loss of Independence through Exercise (PLIÉ) is a group program for people living with dementia that combines movements to support daily function …

Accredited vocational training within supported employment for Veterans: An evaluation of impact within Scotland’s Bravest Manufacturing Company

Abstract: Research with a small cohort of ex-Service personnel at Scotland’s Bravest Manufacturing Company (SBMC) – part of Royal British Legion Industries – has trialled and …

A clinician-based treatment fidelity tool for PRIDE in all who served

Abstract: Treatment fidelity remains essential for effective dissemination of health interventions, guiding new techniques with operational definitions for real-world settings. …

Effectiveness of telehealth-delivered massed trauma-focused psychotherapy among Veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder

Abstract: Trauma-focused psychotherapies can be effectively delivered using a massed delivery format. Telehealth treatment for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) using …

Patients experience improvements in pain and quality of life when treated at a physician led integrative medicine clinic at a large air force military treatment facility

Abstract: Objective: A large percentage of military treatment facilities (MTFs) offer at least one type of complementary medicine and 80 % of patients surveyed felt that …