Abstract: Introduction: After an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury, service members often undergo ACL reconstruction (ACLR) to restore knee stability, which is critical for …
Abstract: Introduction: The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, in addition to increased mental health difficulties for society as a whole, brought unique challenges and …
Abstract: Starting in July 2022, three skull base-trained surgeons (C.A.M., C.A.R., A.M.T.) developed the first Multidisciplinary Skull Base Program (MSBP) at Walter Reed National …
Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Many veterans with serious illnesses, such as end-stage kidney disease requiring dialysis and advanced cancer requiring treatment infusions, must make …
Abstract: Introduction: Veterans have a higher national suicide rate than non-veterans (31.6 versus 18.0 per 100,000). Psychotherapy and other treatments are effective at reducing …
Abstract: Background: Racial disparities in treatment and outcomes of rectal cancer have been attributed to patients' differential access to care. We aimed to study treatment and …
Abstract: Introduction: Standard medical intervention for chronic pain may be less effective in the presence of co-occurring PTSD. Functional restoration programs (FRPs), which …
Abstract: Introduction: The War-Related Illness and Injury Study Center at the VA New Jersey Health Care System (WRIISC-VANJ) serves as one of the three tertiary referral centers …
Abstract: Introduction: As female active duty populations increase in all military environments, it is critical that women's health be addressed in a comprehensive manner. The …
Abstract: Introduction: Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a treatable cause of daytime sleepiness and associated medical problems that can negatively impact soldier readiness and …
Abstract: Introduction: Photophobia is a common visual symptom following mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI), which can adversely affect the military readiness and performance of …