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Opioid prescriptions for low back pain among military-connected older adults across multiple care systems

Abstract: Background: Untreated low back pain (LBP) in older adults can lead to disability and development of chronicity. Due to the potential development of medical comorbidities …

Comparison of referral rates and costs using fibrosis-4 and enhanced liver fibrosis (ELF) testing strategies for initial evaluation of metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) in a Veteran population

Abstract: Background: Global metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) prevalence is estimated at 30% and projected to reach 55.7% by 2040. In the Veterans …

Nutrition interventions to improve the military nutrition environment positively impacts service members

Abstract: Introduction: This systematic review examines dietary interventions in the military nutrition environment (MNE) to support the health and performance of service members …

Developing infrastructure to realize the value of patient-generated health data in a large integrated health care system: The Veterans Health Administration experience

Abstract: Patient-generated health data (PGHD) encompass health-related information created, recorded, and gathered by patients in their daily lives, and are distinct from data …

Improving skin screening capabilities for Veterans with spinal cord injuries

Abstract: CONTEXT: Clinical Practice Guidelines from the Consortium for Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) Medicine recommend daily self-screening of at-risk skin surfaces, but many Veterans …

Chiropractic management of acute low back pain in a U.S. Veteran with unilateral transtibial amputation: A case report

Abstract: Objective: The purpose of this case report is to describe chiropractic management of acute low back pain for a patient with a unilateral transtibial amputation. Clinical …

Sexual networks and behavioral characteristics of HIV-positive male military members, female sex workers, and male civilians

Abstract: Military members and female sex workers (FSWs) may be more likely to acquire or transmit HIV. Mapping HIV transmission across these high-risk populations and identifying …

Pneumococcal and herpes zoster vaccination rates among U.S. Veterans with chronic inflammatory disease on biologic medications: A quality improvement project

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Patients with chronic inflammatory diseases are often treated with pharmacologic therapies that target the immune system and have an increased risk of …

Short and mid-term research priorities for Veterans with multiple sclerosis: A modified Delphi process engaging Veterans, researchers, and operational partners

Abstract: Background/Objective: Identifying research priorities of Veterans, MS researchers, and key stakeholders is critical to advance high-quality, evidence-based, and …

Veteran and healthcare team perspectives on the TeleWound Practice Program within the Veterans Health Administration

Abstract: Objective: The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) recently piloted the implementation of the TeleWound Practice Program (TWP), which provides interprofessional wound …

Recent orthopedic trauma volume in the United States Military Health System

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: As illustrated by the "Walker Dip," there is growing concern regarding the lack of combat casualty care during peacetime. Surgical volume and case …

Leveraging a clinical dashboard and process mappings to improve treatment access and outcomes for women Veterans with urinary incontinence

Abstract: In support of the Improving Primary Care Understanding of Resources and Screening for Urinary Incontinence to Enhance Treatment initiative with the Veterans Health …