Capito Leads Roundtable Discussion on Enhancing Veterans' Access to Care

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Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) hosted a roundtable discussion at the Tamarack Conference Center in Beckley with U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) officials, including Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Chief Medical Officer Dr. Carolyn Clancy and representatives from four West Virginia VA clinics. Senator Capito led a discussion focused on enhancing veterans' access to care and the specific challenges facing veterans in West Virginia.

"We talked about a wide array of problems and solutions today, from mental health care and opioid prescription rates, to improving appointment wait times, travel and hurdles that come with being such a rural state. I called this group together to have a candid discussion about what is working at West Virginia's VA facilities, what isn't working and what solutions are needed," said Senator Capito.

"VHA Chief Medical Officer Dr. Carolyn Clancy assured us that the Greenbrier County CBOC is in the process of being replaced, and the VA is working to accelerate this process. We also discussed efforts to make sure our veterans know what care is available to them, including options outside of the VA. While many challenges remain, I was encouraged by the open dialogue today, and I am hopeful that it will lead to improved care for our veterans."

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