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A Talk for Veterans: A Conversation About Depression.
Join Dr. James Murrough, MD, PhD, for an open conversation about depression, followed by time for questions and connection. Meet the MIRECC team and enjoy coffee and snacks.
A Talk for Veterans: A Conversation About Depression.
Join Dr. James Murrough, MD, PhD, for an open conversation about depression, followed by time for questions and connection. Meet the MIRECC team and enjoy coffee and snacks.
Veterans turning 65
If you’re a Veteran and you’re soon turning 65 years old, you may have questions about your healthcare coverage options. In addition to your VA healthcare, you may be eligible for Medicare and TRICARE for Life. The right healthcare coverage depends on your specific needs. Keep reading on this page to learn more about your options.
If you’re a Veteran and you’re soon turning 65 years old, you may have questions about your healthcare coverage options. In addition to your VA healthcare, you may be eligible for Medicare and TRICARE for Life. The right healthcare coverage depends on your specific needs. Keep reading on this page to learn more about your options.
The National Cancer Institute (NCI) has recognized Dr. Imtizamed Patel, an oncologist at the Bronx VA, for outstanding contributions to patient enrollment in National Cancer Institute Community Oncology Research Program (NCORP) studies in 2026. Dr. Patel received Silver-level recognition based on the number of patients enrolled in NCORP studies.
This achievement reflects a commitment to advancing cancer clinical research and helping patients access important clinical trials.T his recognition builds on Dr. Patel’s previous achievement: in 2025, Dr. Patel received a Gold certificate for cancer trial accrual. Dr. Susan Bates also received Silver-level recognition in 2025 for patient enrollment in NCORP studies. Together, these honors reflect the dedication of the Bronx VA research team to supporting clinical research and expanding opportunities for patients to participate.
We are proud to recognize Dr. Patel, Dr. Bates and the entire Bronx VA Cancer therapy and research team for their contributions to NCORP and to the patients who make this research possible.
This achievement reflects a commitment to advancing cancer clinical research and helping patients access important clinical trials.T his recognition builds on Dr. Patel’s previous achievement: in 2025, Dr. Patel received a Gold certificate for cancer trial accrual. Dr. Susan Bates also received Silver-level recognition in 2025 for patient enrollment in NCORP studies. Together, these honors reflect the dedication of the Bronx VA research team to supporting clinical research and expanding opportunities for patients to participate.
We are proud to recognize Dr. Patel, Dr. Bates and the entire Bronx VA Cancer therapy and research team for their contributions to NCORP and to the patients who make this research possible.
The Bronx VA/JJP is proud to continue our efforts to help end hunger among Veterans through our partnership with Food Bank For NYC. This important initiative supports the Secretary’s top priority of ensuring that no Veteran goes hungry, and we are honored to play our part in connecting Veterans with essential food resources.
We invite Bronx VAMC Veterans to join us at our upcoming food distribution. Please see the attached flyer for details. Together, we can strengthen our community and help ensure that every Veteran has access to the resources they need.
We invite Bronx VAMC Veterans to join us at our upcoming food distribution. Please see the attached flyer for details. Together, we can strengthen our community and help ensure that every Veteran has access to the resources they need.
