The doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and social worker on your unit will be planning your discharge with you.  If you have any special concerns about leaving the medical center, please let them know.  If you need a "return to work statement," please discuss this with your doctor before leaving the hospital.

When you are told you are going to be discharged, there may be certain information you need to know.  Your physician, nurse, or other health professional will provide this information including:

• What illness you were treated for;
• What things might improve or worsen your condition;
• What symptoms to report to a physician and how to contact him or her, if necessary, after discharge
• What activities you should and should not do;
• What care is needed for any tubes or dressings;
• What treatments you should continue at home, for how long and how often;
• What diet to follow and what foods you can and can't eat;
• What medication to take and how to take it;
• Any special instructions for taking your medication as well as possible side effects;

Also, be sure you have:

• A friend or family member who knows how to help you in your care at home;
• Transportation arranged to get home and to return for appointments;
  
• Supplies/equipment you will need at home; 
  
• Medications you are to take home and information regarding how to get your medications refilled;
  
• A clinic appointment if your doctor wants you to return for follow-up.

Checking Out

Please withdraw any funds you have placed on deposit with the agent cashier on the first floor of the main hospital building during regular operating hours, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.  Check with your nurse before you leave for any other discharge instructions.

Home Care Services

The medical center offers home health referrals based on veteran's individual medical needs.

Help Us

It is a federal crime to take VA property.  Your assistance is needed to ensure that VA property is not removed from the medical center. The money used to replace VA property significantly reduces the availability of money for medical care.