Physicians’ Perspectives Regarding Prescription Drug Monitoring Program Use Within the Department of Veterans Affairs: a Multi-State Qualitative Study
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DOI: 10.1007/s11606-018-4374-1
Abstract: BackgroundThe Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has implemented robust strategies to monitor prescription opioid dispensing, but these strategies have not accounted for opioids prescribed by non-VA providers. State-based prescription drug monitoring programs (PDMPs) are a… read more here.
Keywords: state; use; pdmp; veterans affairs ... See more keywords
Vaccinating Veterans for COVID-19 at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
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DOI: 10.1016/j.amepre.2021.12.016
Abstract: Introduction: With the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) (most recent) Omicron variant surge across the U.S, more research is needed to better understand how vaccination and booster uptake can be increased. COVID-19 vaccinations have proven to… read more here.
Keywords: veterans covid; vaccination; veterans affairs; vaccinating veterans ... See more keywords
The national implementation of Contingency Management (CM) in the Department of Veterans Affairs: Attendance at CM sessions and substance use outcomes.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.drugalcdep.2017.12.020
Abstract: BACKGROUND In 2011, the Department of Veterans Affairs launched an initiative to expand patients' access to contingency management (CM) for the treatment of substance use disorders, particularly stimulant use disorder. This study evaluates the uptake… read more here.
Keywords: substance; use; substance use; implementation ... See more keywords
Department of Veterans Affairs Polytrauma Telerehabilitation: Twenty-First Century Care.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.pmr.2018.08.003
Abstract: The use of telehealth for the management of the polytrauma patient provides a unique opportunity to leverage technology to enhance care for a complex patient cohort, to assist in clinical care, and to enhance support… read more here.
Keywords: affairs polytrauma; polytrauma telerehabilitation; veterans affairs; department veterans ... See more keywords
Evolution of Palliative Care in the Department of Veterans Affairs: Lessons from an Integrated Health Care Model.
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DOI: 10.1089/jpm.2021.0246
Abstract: Palliative care (PC) is beneficial, however, in many settings it is under-resourced and unable to consistently meet the needs of patients and their families. A lack of national health policy support for PC contributes to… read more here.
Keywords: health care; department veterans; health; palliative care ... See more keywords
A Qualitative Scoping Review of Early Terminated Clinical Trials Sponsored by the Department of Veterans Affairs Cooperative Studies Program from 2010-2020.
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DOI: 10.1093/epirev/mxac009
Abstract: Increasing interest has been given to the risks and benefits of terminating large clinical trials before reaching pre-specified targets, as such decision can greatly impact the implementation of findings. Department of Veterans Affairs Cooperative Studies… read more here.
Keywords: veterans affairs; clinical trials; review; department veterans ... See more keywords
Association of medical tests use with care continuity in primary care service: evidence from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
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DOI: 10.1093/fampra/cmac099
Abstract: BACKGROUND Continuity of care (CoC) is an important component of health care delivery that can have cost implications and improve patient outcomes. We analysed data obtained from the Department of Veterans Affairs to examine the… read more here.
Keywords: veterans affairs; care continuity; department veterans; care ... See more keywords
"The Yo-Yo Effect": U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Social Workers' Experiences with Job Flexibility during the Pandemic.
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DOI: 10.1093/sw/swad013
Abstract: Social work turnover from the emotional overload of providing care during the pandemic has created staff shortages and exposed many gaps in service delivery. Those social workers who sustained employment during this pandemic are asked… read more here.
Keywords: veterans affairs; social workers; department veterans; flexibility ... See more keywords
Dual use of Department of Veterans Affairs and community healthcare: Homeless veterans' experiences, perspectives, and perceptions
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DOI: 10.1097/jxx.0000000000000551
Abstract: Supplemental Digital Content is Available in the Text. ABSTRACT Background: Veteran homelessness is a pervasive problem and a high-priority, mission-oriented area of investigation in the United States (US). Most veterans enrolled in healthcare with the… read more here.
Keywords: care; dual use; department veterans; homeless veterans ... See more keywords
Selection of Higher Risk Pregnancies into Veterans Health Administration Programs: Discoveries from Linked Department of Veterans Affairs and California Birth Data
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DOI: 10.1111/1475-6773.13041
Abstract: OBJECTIVE To describe variation in payer and outcomes in Veterans' births. DATA/SETTING Secondary data analyses of deliveries in California, 2000-2012. STUDY DESIGN We performed a retrospective, population-based study of all live births to Veterans (confirmed… read more here.
Keywords: california birth; department veterans; birth; higher risk ... See more keywords
Effect of vaccination on the case fatality rate for COVID-19 infections 2020–2021: multivariate modelling of data from the US Department of Veterans Affairs
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DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2022-064135
Abstract: Objectives To evaluate the benefits of vaccination on the case fatality rate (CFR) for COVID-19 infections. Design, setting and participants The US Department of Veterans Affairs has 130 medical centres. We created multivariate models from… read more here.
Keywords: fatality rate; vaccination; department veterans; vaccination case ... See more keywords