“Two U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs’ (VA) initiatives were recently named finalists of the Samuel J. Heyman Service to America Medals (Sammies) for VA’s Connected Care program and 3D printing initiatives.”
“Leadership and management of VA’s Connected Care’s efforts on telehealth, mobile apps and other digital health solutions has made headway in removing barriers to care for thousands of Veterans, while the department’s contribution to science through the 3D Printing Network has assisted health care providers with medical procedures and reduction of unnecessary surgeries…”
“Among the accomplishments from the finalists, in fiscal year 2019, more than 900,000 Veterans used VA telehealth services, resulting in almost 3 million appointments. VA Video Connect sessions increased by 235% with close to 100,000 Veterans joining virtual appointments from home and nearly 300,000 total appointments…”
“In March, VA quickly mobilized its 3D printing resources nationwide to help with the fight against COVID-19. The department is also the first integrated health care system in the United States to establish a national 3D Printing Network that enables its health care staff to share ideas, resources and best practices to deliver quality care to patients throughout its enterprise…” Read the full press release here.
Source: VA initiatives grab recognition for leadership, management and contribution to science – May 11, 2020. VA.
