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VISN 05

Veterans Health Administration

The VA Capitol Health Care Network (VISN 5) was established in October 1995 and serves Veterans from economically and demographically diverse areas within Maryland, the District of Columbia, and West Virginia, plus portions of Virginia, Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Kentucky. The network includes eight VA medical centers located in Beckley, Clarksburg, Huntington, and Martinsburg, WV; Baltimore, Loch Raven, and Perry Point, MD; and Washington, D.C. In addition, the VA Capital Health Care Network also includes 28 community-based outpatient clinics.

849 International Drive

Ste. 275

Linthicum

MD

21090

410-691-1131

Includes portions of the District of Columbia, Kentucky, Maryland, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia.
Facility Name State Status Code Additional Info
Beckley VA Mobile Clinic West Virginia CLOSED The Mobile Medical Unit is not currently being utilized for health care services.
Fort Belvoir VA Clinic Virginia NOTICE The Fort Belvoir Clinic is open for telehealth, phone appointments and limited face-to-face appointments at this time. Phone 202-745-8000, option 2 to make a routine appointment.
Leesburg Vet Center Outstation Virginia NOTICE The Leesburg Vet Center Outstation services are currently offered at community-donated space at 751 E Miller Dr. SE, Suite E, Leesburg, VA 20175. In-person services are Tuesday-Thursday and virtual Monday to Friday. To make an appointment, please call the Martinsburg Vet Center at 304-263-6776.

VISN 05 Highlights

  • 24/7 Health Connect

    VA Health Connect is the VA’s virtual health care service that makes it easier for you to get the right care, right now. With VA Health Connect, Veterans and caregivers can receive assistance 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year to refill a prescription, schedule an appointment, speak with a nurse, or have a virtual medical appointment.

    This integrated platform connects you to medical support assistants, nurses, pharmacists, and other medical providers when needed.

    One phone number connects you to the Health Connect team.

    You can reach VA Health Connect directly at 855-679-0250.

    You can also text a nurse or schedule an appointment using VA Health Chat.

  • Toxic Exposure Screening

    For your health, all Veterans, no matter when or where you served, should have a toxic exposure screening by a VA provider. A screening identifies and documents potential exposures and allows for ongoing care and treatment. It will prepare you to make the best choices for your future, including any VBA benefits. We strongly encourage you to have a screening if you were exposed to specific toxins and hazards to include burn pits, sand and dust, particulates, oil well or sulfur fires, chemicals, radiation, warfare agents, depleted uranium, herbicides, and other occupational hazards.

    To make an appointment for a toxic exposure screening, call
    24/7 Health Connect at 855-679-0250
    or use the chat app.

     

  • VA Clinical Programs of Excellence

    All VISN 5 staff are committed to providing safe, high-quality clinical care to Veterans, on an inpatient and outpatient basis. Through the dedicated efforts of our staff, the VISN had six of its clinical programs recognized by the Veterans Health Administration as “VA Clinical Programs of Excellence.” These are:

    • The “Seriously Mentally III Program” (a network-wide initiative)
    • The “Health Care for the Homeless Program” (Washington DC VA Medical Center)
    • The “Home Based Primary Care Program” (VA Maryland Health Care System)
    • Epilepsy Center of Excellence (VA Maryland Health Care System)
    • Maryland Exercise and Robotics Center of Excellence (VA Maryland Health Care System)
    • Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Center of Excellence (Washington DC VA Medical Center)

    VISN 5 has one of two national centers for the study of war-related illnesses, the War-Related Illness and Injury Center, located at the Washington DC VAMC. VISN 5 also has a Geriatric Research, Education and Clinical Center (GRECC) and a Mental Illness Research, Education and Clinical Center (MIRECC) located at the VA Maryland Health Care System.

    Each of these programs serves as a national model for Veterans’ health care.

  • Work with Us!

    Are you interested in a professionally satisfying career? At VA, you can make a difference in the lives of Veterans and their families while you advance your career or volunteer your time.

    Whether you work at VA as a clinician, administrator, skilled trade, or in applied engineering role, the career opportunities are virtually endless. As a clinician, you’ll have the opportunity to practice meaningful, groundbreaking medicine, often treating patients with injuries rarely seen in the private sector. In an allied support role, you’ll contribute to the overall wellbeing of countless patients, loved ones, and colleagues.

    Our network of eight facilities gives you access to some of the most interesting and varied opportunities, supported by some of the most advanced technologies.

    Start your VA career by choosing the location nearest you, or for clinicians:

    Physicians – VISN5HRStaffing_PhysicianRecruitment@va.gov 
    Nurses – VISN5NurseRecruiters@va.gov 

    Locations

    VA Maryland Health Care System (Baltimore, Loch Raven, Perry Point)

    Beckley VA Medical Center 

    Clarksburg VA Medical Center

    Huntington VA Medical Center

    Martinsburg VA Medical Center

    DC VA Medical Center

Points of Contact

  • VA Health Connect

    Connect with VA health care providers and support staff 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Make or cancel appointments, speak to a nurse, refill your medications, or have a virtual medical appointment.

  • Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA)

    If you are seeking information about filing a claim or the current status of your claim, please contact the national contact center or your local VBA regional office listed below.

    Baltimore, MD: 410-230-4530

    Huntington, WV: 304-399-9205

    Washington, DC: 202-530-9162

  • HR Information Desk

    Are you looking for an answer to an HR question? Where to find your telework agreement or eOPF, SF50, or navigate how to change your life insurance beneficiary? The HR Information Desk can guide you to the right place.

  • Patient Experience and Advocacy

    Patient experience, in VA, embraces all the interactions patients have with employees and the health care system, from communication to the physical environment and space. Each VA medical center has patient advocates in place to help address your concerns with health care issues that cannot be resolved at the point of service or at an easily accessible higher level.

    Contact number for your local Patient Advocacy Office –

    Baltimore: 410-605-7000 x57099
    Loch Raven: 410-605-7000 x57542
    Perry Point: 410-642-2411 x25097
    Beckley: 304-255-2121 x4064
    Clarksburg: 304-623-3461 x3035
    Huntington: 304-429-6755 x2268
    Martinsburg: 304-263-0811 x3068
    Washington DC: 202-745-8588

Our Leadership

  • Robert M. Walton, FACHE

    Network Director, VISN 5

    Robert M. Walton, FACHE
  • Joseph Scotchlas, FACHE

    Deputy Network Director, VISN 5

    Joseph Scotchlas, FACHE
  • Mark Kobelja, MD

    Chief Medical Officer, VISN 5

    Mark Kobelja, MD
  • Alissa Stredney, MSN, RN, CPHQ

    Chief Nursing Officer, VISN 5

    Alissa Stredney, MSN, RN, CPHQ
  • Nana Gray, MSN, RN, CPHQ, CJCP

    Quality Management Officer

    Nana Gray, MSN, RN, CPHQ, CJCP

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