VA Medical Center of Durham

VA Medical Center of Durham is a hospital in Durham, NC, located at 508 Fulton St. It serves as a facility for the United States Department of Veterans Affairs, providing healthcare to more than 200,000 Veterans living in a 27-county area of central and eastern North Carolina. The facility operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, ensuring continuous access to medical services. Services are available to Veterans in the region, with specific programs designed to address the unique needs of those who have served the nation.

The Durham VA Health Care System offers a comprehensive behavioral health program, operating as a regional center of excellence for Veteran-focused mental health care. This program provides consultation, evaluation, and treatment for various issues impacting emotional well-being, available in person or via telehealth. Additional services include medication treatment, creative arts therapies, and hormone therapy in limited circumstances. The facility also supports caregivers through a dedicated office that helps connect them with local resources, in-home help, and respite care. For Veterans experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless due to financial hardship, unemployment, addiction, depression, or transition from jail, social workers and homeless services care coordinators are available to assist with transitioning to civilian life and addressing family or personal challenges. The facility works with Disabled American Veterans and county Veterans Affairs directors to provide transportation for Veterans and authorized caregivers to scheduled medical appointments. Wheelchairs are available upon arrival for patients who need them to access the building.

The facility sits on Fulton Street, about a short distance from Veteran's Memorial, which is located approximately 74 meters away. It is also near Erwin Road, the McGovern-Davison Children's Health Center, Duke University North Heliport, and Duke University Hospital, all within a quarter mile of the main campus. This geographic placement situates the medical center in a dense area of healthcare and memorial infrastructure in Durham.

The facility holds a rating of 3.00 based on 9 reviews. It is known for its 24/7 availability and its specific focus on serving the Veteran population across central and eastern North Carolina. The range of services, from mental health to caregiver support and homeless Veteran care, reflects a broad scope of care tailored to the needs of the military community in the region.

VA Medical Center of Durham stands as a dedicated resource for Veterans in Durham, NC, providing continuous, specialized care across a wide area.

Services:

• Beneficiary Travel Benefits
• Caregiver Support
• Dental Care
• Mental Health Care
• Primary Care
• Specialty Health Services
• Telehealth
• Transportation Services for Veterans