[Diver Dave]

Thanks for repeating this information that needs to be repeated over and over.

My only experience with the VA occurred in the early 80's. I was hired as a temp employee in the Maintenance Dept. at a NW VA Med Center on two occasions. The employment periods were for about 3 months each.

I received an injury to my hand which require some sewing - nothing serious. Treatment was excellent by the staff, so I have no personal gripes.

That being said, the individual in the above commentary was treated as poorly anyone could possibly be treated, IMHO. Our current prisoners at GITMO receive better care. I fear that it is not an isolated case and therefore reforms are needed. I have previously signed petitions circulated about these matters.

Thanks again for telling it like it is.

[SAMWolf]

I've also run into some wonderful individuals at the VA.
Most of them are just as frustrated as the Veterans seeking care. It's the "system" that needs to be fixed.

[MistyCA]

Thanks for sharing your experience, Dave. My sister was on the teaching staff at UCLA and was connected with the VA hospital...she did her internship there, in fact. She is a doctor. I know she will tell you that the docs and staffs at that facility cared a great deal. I believe that. And as I said earlier....I would love to be treated at the VA hospital in Palo Alto. It is connected to Stanford University. It's a beautiful facility.

[Jen]

Thanks for stopping in, Dave!