James H. Quillen VA Medical Center (Mountain Home, TN)

10/30/2025

Happy 100th Birthday to Robert Lewis Luttrel! 🎉🎂

Born on in 1925, Robert has led an extraordinary life filled with bravery and dedication. He enlisted into the Navy on June 11, 1943, and proudly served until April 9, 1946. As a Fire Controlman Second Class (FC2/C), he was instrumental in operating and maintaining control systems for the ship's weapons, ensuring the accuracy and effectiveness of naval gunfire and missile systems. His service spanned both the Asiatic-Pacific and American Theaters of Operation, including a heroic involvement in the Battle of Okinawa.

Robert’s courage was tested when he survived the sinking of the USS PGM-18 in 1945. The gunboat struck a mine while minesweeping, showing Robert's resilience and determination in the face of danger.

Recently, Robert was honored for his 100th birthday and presented with the Secretary of Veterans Affairs coin and a Letter of Appreciation, honoring his birthday and dedication.

Today, we honor Robert for his incredible service and dedication to our country. Thank you, Robert, for your sacrifices and your legacy. Here's to celebrating a century of an inspirational life! 🎖️

10/27/2025

VA’s Intimate Partner Violence Assistance Program supports relationship health. Contact your VA provider for assistance and information today.
https://www.socialwork.va.gov/IPV/Index.asp

10/21/2025

10/21/2025

In the United States, about 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men report experiencing intimate partner violence (IPV). VA can help. If you have experienced IPV, contact your Intimate Partner Violence Assistance Program coordinator for resources and support.
https://www.socialwork.va.gov/IPV/Coordinators.asp

10/20/2025

The James H. Quillen VA Medical Center Dietetic Internship applications are now open.

Interested applicants are encouraged to visit our website for detailed application guidelines and eligibility requirements. A DPD verification statement is required, among other prerequisites.

We will be hosting an informational webinar on 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟴𝘁𝗵.

Please RSVP through our website.
https://www.dieteticinternship.va.gov/JohnsonCity/index.asp

10/17/2025

Happy National Physical Therapy Month!

Sharing a highlight from National Fall Prevention Awareness Week from the James H. Quillen Mountain Home VA Medical Center. This year we chose to implement the Annual Mobility Assessment (AMA) based on ease, feasibility, and impact we experienced using it during our spring event. Our team consisted of OT students, PT residents, staff PT's and geriatric and orthopedic residency faculty and staff. This provided a great opportunity to expand our staff's experience and knowledge with the AMA, layered learning, and was back by popular demand from our patients and VA providers!

We were also joined by Stephanie Panoncillo and Karah Gottschalk from Audiology, proving that fall prevention takes a village!

Photo credit: Somer Stahlman-Pickel

10/14/2025

This month is 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 and we are holding an event next week in the Building 160 Atrium from 11am to 2pm on Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025.

10/13/2025

United States Navy 250th Birthday!

10/13/2025

VA Intimate Partner Violence Assistance Program (IPVAP) is dedicated to ensuring Veterans, their partners and VA staff have support and access to resources. Talk to your local VA IPVAP coordinator, visit our website or call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233.
https://www.socialwork.va.gov/IPV/Coordinators.asp

10/10/2025

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘆?

Health literacy is the essential skill set that empowers Veterans to make informed health decisions.

Health Literacy goes beyond just reading and writing; it involves understanding medical information and effectively navigating the healthcare system.