United States Department of Veterans Affairs
United States Department of Veterans Affairs

VA Polytrauma System of Care

Welcome to the Augusta Polytrauma Network Site

Augusta VA Medical Center

Augusta VA Medical Center
1 Freedom Way
Augusta, GA 30904-6285
(706) 733-0188
Toll Free: (800) 836-5561

Returning Veterans Coordinator:
Cheryl Readett
(706) 733-0188, Ext. 6991

Polytrauma Admissions and Referral Officer:
Cheryl Readett
(706) 733-0188, Ext. 6991

Polytrauma Case Manager:
Kathleen Hendricks (LMSW)
(706) 733-0188, Ext. 6997

Polytrauma Director:
Dennis Hollins (MD)
(706) 733-0188, Ext. 6997

Augusta VA Medical Center is a proud member of VA Southeastern Network – Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN 7).

What is Polytrauma?

The Augusta Polytrauma Network Site is one of twenty-one facilities in the country designed to provide long-term rehabilitative care to veterans and service members who experienced severe injuries (including brain injuries) to more than one organ system.  For more information about Polytrauma, visit the national Polytrauma System of Care page.

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Mental Health Support

Many veterans with Polytrauma injuries also need mental health support.  If you or someone you know is having trouble readjusting to civilian life, is having trouble sleeping, or is experiencing mood swings, depression, or other signs of extreme stress, we can offer free or low-cost assistance and care. 

You are not alone.

Readjustment Counseling System (Vet Centers)

National Center for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

VA Mental Health Program

 

Additional Information

If you are interested in more information about admission to the Augusta Polytrauma Network Site or want to schedule an evaluation, please contact Cheryl Readett, our Admissions and Referral Officer, at (706) 733-0188, Ext. 6991.

Veterans returning from Operation Enduring Freedom and/or Operation Iraqi Freedom  (OEF/OIF) should contact their local OEF/OIF Coordinator for information about benefits and health care enrollment.

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