Latest "VA patient safety" stories

Serious issues with VA electronic health records system remain unresolved, watchdog says

The new reports are the latest complications for the $16-billion plan to overhaul VA's records system.

By Leo Shane III

15 months ago

VA has a ‘broken culture’ regarding patient safety, watchdog warns

Department leaders have promised more training and reforms on the issue in the next year.

By Leo Shane III

19 months ago

VA drops its star ratings system for hospitals

Department said the star system was misinterpreted and underutilized.

By Patricia Kime

3 years ago

Did VA hospital leaders ignore recalls on faulty medical equipment?

Staffers say a recall of faulty IV equipment was ignored for more than a month despite several warnings.

By Leo Shane III

4 years ago

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