St. Albans va medical center | va new york harbor health care | veterans affairs

LOCATION AND CONTACT INFORMATION ADDRESS 179-00 Linden Boulevard Queens, NY 11424-1468 PHONE NUMBERS MAIN PHONE: VA HEALTH CONNECT: MENTAL HEALTH PHONE: FACILITY HOURS Hours may vary for

different services. Select a service on this page to check the hours. * MON: 24/7 * TUE: 24/7 * WED: 24/7 * THU: 24/7 * FRI: 24/7 * SAT: 24/7 * SUN: 24/7 PREPARE FOR YOUR VISIT Select a

topic to learn more. COST: Free WHEELCHAIR AVAILABILITY: St. Albans VA Medical Center campus has wheelchairs upon arrival for patients who need them to access the building. VAN SERVICES FOR

VETERANS DAV VANS HOURS: Individual van schedules vary We work with Disabled American Veterans and county Veterans Affairs directors to provide transportation for Veterans and authorized

caregivers to get to scheduled medical appointments. NON-DAV VAN SERVICES Many localities in the region provide other van services to Veterans. Learn more about DAV and the other van

services available in your county SHUTTLE SERVICE AT  COMING SOON! LOCAL TRANSPORTATION SERVICES COMING SOON! Other services COMING SOON! Beneficiary travel Beneficiary travel benefits

include round-trip transportation from your home to the medical center, mileage reimbursement, or special mode transport.  Find out if you qualify for beneficiary travel benefits OTHER

SERVICES AT VA NEW YORK HARBOR HEALTH CARE HEALTH SERVICES OFFERED HERE Select a topic to learn more. ADVICE NURSE Talk with an advice nurse if you have questions about your care or for help

in deciding whether you need an urgent or routine appointment. Visit our office, with or without an appointment A referral is required APPOINTMENTS Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or

cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first. MAIN PHONE MAIN PHONE SERVICE HOURS The service hours are the same as our

facility hours. The registered nurses on our Nurse Advice Line provide you and your family with helpful medical advice and free, confidential answers to many of your health care questions.

Call anytime. We’re here 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. In addition, our nurses can: * Help you manage many of your basic health care needs * Answer questions about your current medications

or medical condition * Discuss your health care concerns and help you decide the best way to handle them * Offer improved access to VA services AUDIOLOGY Common conditions: tinnitus,

vertigo, hearing loss, vestibular conditions We diagnose and treat conditions affecting your hearing or balance, including hearing loss, tinnitus (noise or ringing in the ears) and

dizziness. Visit our office, with or without an appointment A referral is required APPOINTMENTS Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required,

you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first. MAIN PHONE MAIN PHONE SERVICE HOURS The service hours are the same as our facility hours. Our Audiology and Speech Pathology clinic

provides diagnostic and rehabilitative services, VA compensation and pension examinations, and screening for employee hearing conservation. We offer a full range of audiology and speech

pathology services like: * Hearing and balance evaluations * Selection, management, and repair of hearing aids and assistive listening device assessments * Evaluation, programming, and

management of cochlear implants and bone-anchored implants * Evaluation and treatment for auditory processing disorder * Services that help with speech, language, fluency, voice, cognitive

communication, swallowing, stuttering, and laryngectomy (surgical removal of the larynx, which contains your vocal cords) Learn more about VA hearing aids BLIND AND LOW VISION REHABILITATION

Common conditions: macular degeneration, diabetic eye disease, glaucoma, corneal diseases, retinitis pigmentosa, uveitis, stroke, injury-related vision loss We offer advanced vision care

and blind rehabilitation services to help you live independently. These may include vision-enhancing devices and technology as well as visual skills and related training. Visit our office,

with or without an appointment A referral is required APPOINTMENTS Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your

primary care provider first. MAIN PHONE MAIN PHONE SERVICE HOURS The service hours are the same as our facility hours. Our low vision outpatient clinic can assess your needs and provide a

rehab plan tailored to your personal goals. Our team of specialists and social workers will work with you to find the right aids and services. Our clinic services include: * Comprehensive

eye exams * Visual skills assessments * Guidance on how to develop visual motor and perceptual skills * Training to help you manage daily activities with your vision loss CANCER CARE VA

provides expert cancer diagnosis and care. We offer services to support you through treatment and beyond. A referral is required APPOINTMENTS Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel

your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first. MAIN PHONE MAIN PHONE SERVICE HOURS The service hours are the same as our facility

hours. VA provides expert cancer diagnosis and care. We offer services to support you through treatment and beyond. If you’re diagnosed with cancer, our team will work with you, your primary

care doctor, and other health care providers to develop a specialized treatment plan. We offer personal, compassionate, and expert care, with services like: * Surgical removal of tumors and

other cancerous tissue * Immunotherapy, which helps your body’s natural defenses destroy cancer cells * Chemotherapy, which uses powerful drugs to fight cancer * Radiotherapy, which uses

high-energy radiation to kill cancer cells and shrink tumors * Palliative care, to reduce pain and control other symptoms and side effects, like nausea DERMATOLOGY Common conditions:

psoriasis, eczema, skin cancer, acne, rosacea, allergic skin diseases, ulcers Our dermatologists offer expert treatment for a range of conditions that affect your skin, hair and nails—from

acne to psoriasis to skin cancer. We also offer skin cancer screening and education. Visit our office, with or without an appointment A referral is required APPOINTMENTS Contact us to

schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first. MAIN PHONE MAIN PHONE SERVICE HOURS The service hours

are the same as our facility hours. We provide care for many medical and surgical skin conditions. Our dermatology services include: * Medically necessary treatments for skin conditions like

skin cancer and rashes * Specialized treatments for acute (short-term) and chronic (long-lasting) skin conditions, like psoriasis, eczema, warts, and fungal illnesses * Evaluation, biopsy,

and treatment of cancerous or pre-cancerous skin conditions, like abnormal moles and lesions. * Referrals for complex conditions * Teledermatology (a telehealth resource), which gives

patients quick access to expert opinions GYNECOLOGY Our specialists offer reproductive health care services for women Veterans, including contraception, pregnancy care and fertility

treatment. Visit our office, with or without an appointment A referral is required APPOINTMENTS Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required,

you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first. MAIN PHONE MAIN PHONE SERVICE HOURS The service hours are the same as our facility hours. Our gynecologists focus on the female

reproductive system and provide services that include: * Mammograms for breast cancer, screenings for sexually transmitted disease, and Pap tests for cervical cancer * Counseling and

treatment for contraception, pregnancy, and infertility * Osteoporosis screening for brittle bones * Exams for abnormal uterine bleeding, pelvic pain, or various cancers * Primary care

checkups HOMELESS VETERAN CARE If you’re homeless or at risk of becoming homeless, we can help. We offer many programs and services, including free health care. And we can help you connect

with resources in your community. Visit our office, with or without an appointment A referral is required APPOINTMENTS Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a

referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first. MAIN PHONE MAIN PHONE SERVICE HOURS The service hours are the same as our facility hours. We help Veterans who

are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless due to financial hardship, unemployment, addiction, depression, or transition from jail. Contact one of our care coordinators to get help with: *

Immediate food and shelter needs, including both transitional and permanent housing * Job training, life skills development, and education * Justice system navigation and community reentry

from jail * Financial support to prevent homelessness * Addiction and depression treatment * Health and dental care Learn more and connect with a care coordinator MENTAL HEALTH CARE Common

conditions: addiction, depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, OCD If you’re struggling with issues like PTSD, depression, grief, anger or trauma, we offer

counseling and other support. All VA health care facilities offer same-day help. You may qualify even without enrolling in VA health care. Visit our office, with or without an appointment A

referral is required APPOINTMENTS Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first. MAIN

PHONE MAIN PHONE SERVICE HOURS The service hours are the same as our facility hours. Our medical center and clinics provide consultation, evaluation, and treatment for a range of issues that

may impact your mental health or emotional well-being. Our confidential outpatient services include individual and group therapy for: * Psychiatric disorders such as schizophrenia, bipolar

disorder, and depression * Marriage and relationship problems * Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) * Anxiety, addictive behaviors, and personality disorders * Aggressive or self-harming

behaviors Learn more and connect with a care coordinator MILITARY SEXUAL TRAUMA CARE Military sexual trauma can happen to anyone. If you experienced sexual assault or harassment during

military service—no matter when you served—we provide counseling and treatment. Visit our office, with or without an appointment A referral is required APPOINTMENTS Contact us to schedule,

reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first. MAIN PHONE MAIN PHONE SERVICE HOURS The service hours are the same

as our facility hours. We offer care for military sexual trauma in our mental (behavioral) health clinics. Military sexual trauma refers to sexual assault, sexual harassment, or other

threatening, offensive, or unwanted sexual advances, activities, or remarks that you experienced in the military. Our goal is to help you improve your quality of life with strategies to

manage emotions and memories related to your military sexual trauma. Our services include: * Counseling * Psychiatric care * Walk-in care Learn more about military sexual trauma MY

HEALTHEVET COORDINATOR Your My HealtheVet coordinator can help you start using the VA online portal to manage your appointments and records, refill prescriptions, view your lab and test

results and communicate with your health care team. Visit our office, with or without an appointment A referral is required APPOINTMENTS Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your

appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first. MAIN PHONE MAIN PHONE SERVICE HOURS The service hours are the same as our facility hours. My

HealtheVet is a web-based tool you can use to manage your care and improve your health from your computer or mobile device. You can access your personal health records and use tools to

manage your care through our My HealtheVet online system. You can also use My HealtheVet to refill your prescriptions, track appointments, and read informative health articles. If you need

help using My HealtheVet, you can contact our coordinator by phone or in person. With My HealtheVet, you can: * Ask questions and exchange secure online messages with your VA health care

team * Check your lab and test results * Refill your prescriptions, track delivery, and view a list of your medications * Keep track of your VA medical appointments and get email reminders *

View, download, or print a copy of your VA medical records * Enter or update your personal information Learn more and register for My HealtheVet NUTRITION, FOOD, AND DIETARY CARE Our

nutrition experts work closely with you and your care team to help make sure you’re getting the nutrition you need to get and stay as healthy as possible. Visit our office, with or without

an appointment A referral is required APPOINTMENTS Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care

provider first. MAIN PHONE MAIN PHONE SERVICE HOURS The service hours are the same as our facility hours. Our registered dietitians can help you maintain or improve your health with good

nutrition tailored to your needs. Through group, individual, and telehealth sessions, we provide nutrition education and counseling in areas such as: * Cardiovascular and heart health *

Chronic kidney disease * Diabetes (including gestational diabetes) * Eating disorders and digestive health * Pregnancy and postpartum nutrition * Weight management OPTOMETRY Common

conditions: vision exams, prescription eyeglasses, contact lenses Our optometrists offer you routine eye exams, preventive vision testing and treatment for conditions like glaucoma. We also

provide prescriptions for eyeglasses and other assistive devices. Visit our office, with or without an appointment A referral is required APPOINTMENTS Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or

cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first. MAIN PHONE MAIN PHONE SERVICE HOURS The service hours are the same as our

facility hours. Our optometrists provide many eye-related services and treatments like: * Vision services and eye exams * Treatment for diseases and injuries of the retina, cornea, and other

parts of your eye * Low-vision services for conditions like macular degeneration that can’t be corrected by glasses, surgery, or medication * Special eye exams for diabetic patients PTSD

CARE If you have symptoms of PTSD after a traumatic event, we can help. We offer assessment and treatment support such as private counseling, group therapy and medication. It’s never too

late to get help. Visit our office, with or without an appointment A referral is required APPOINTMENTS Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is

required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first. MAIN PHONE MAIN PHONE SERVICE HOURS The service hours are the same as our facility hours. Post-traumatic stress disorder

(PTSD) is a mental health problem that some people develop after experiencing or witnessing a life-threatening event, like combat, a natural disaster, a car accident, or sexual assault. It’s

normal to have upsetting memories, feel on edge, or have trouble sleeping after this type of event. If symptoms last more than a few months, it may be PTSD. We can help you with effective

treatments and support services, like: * Psychiatric and psychological counseling * Services for Veterans who are homeless * Treatment for addictive disorders * Transition and care

management for post-9/11 combat Veterans of Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF), Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF), and Operation New Dawn (OND) Learn more about PTSD PALLIATIVE AND HOSPICE CARE

Palliative care focuses on comfort, quality of life and reducing suffering. Hospice care is a type of palliative care offered to patients with life-threatening illness under certain

conditions. Visit our office, with or without an appointment A referral is required APPOINTMENTS Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required,

you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first. MAIN PHONE MAIN PHONE SERVICE HOURS The service hours are the same as our facility hours. Our palliative and hospice care services

support you and your family as you cope with a life-threatening or terminal illness. Palliative care works to provide comfort, reduce suffering, and improve the quality of life for patients

being treated for serious illnesses. Hospice care focuses on helping patients with terminal illnesses to manage the final stages of their lives. Our palliative and hospice care services

include: * Pain and symptom management * Emotional, spiritual, and psychosocial support for you and your family * Help with practical issues that include an advance directive (living will),

health care power of attorney, funeral arrangements, and applying for VA death and burial benefits * Education to help you and your family make informed health care decisions and know what

to expect as your health declines * Bereavement care to help surviving family members during the grieving process PHARMACY Our specialists provide a full range of services to help you get

and understand your prescription medicines and supplies. You can refill VA prescriptions online, by phone or by mail. Visit our office, with or without an appointment A referral is required

APPOINTMENTS Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first. MAIN PHONE MAIN PHONE SERVICE

HOURS The service hours are the same as our facility hours. Our pharmacy provides you and other Veterans with convenient, efficient service to make it easy to get your medications and

medical supplies. You can: * Pick up new prescriptions in person * Refill prescriptions online and by phone or mail * Safely dispose of medicines Learn more about our pharmacy PODIATRY

Common conditions: arthritis, bunions, diabetic foot care, foot deformities, skin conditions, nail conditions Our podiatry specialists evaluate and treat a wide range of injuries, diseases 

and disorders that affect your feet and ankles—from ingrown toenails to inflammation to diabetic foot ulcers. Visit our office, with or without an appointment A referral is required

APPOINTMENTS Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first. MAIN PHONE MAIN PHONE SERVICE

HOURS The service hours are the same as our facility hours. After years of walking, running, marching, jumping, rappelling, and parachuting, many Veterans experience trouble with their feet

and ankles. We can help treat those problems so you can continue to enjoy an active lifestyle. Our podiatry services include: * Arthritis care for inflamed, swollen, or damaged joints *

Foot and ankle fracture treatment; repair of cartilage, torn tendons and ligaments * Injections to reduce pain and swelling * Joint arthroplasty (surgical repair or reconstruction) and

replacement * Minimally invasive surgery and post-surgical rehabilitation * Foot health maintenance procedures (bunion removal, resurfacing, and nail trimming) PRIMARY CARE Your VA primary

care provider will work closely with you to plan for all the care you need to stay healthy and well throughout your life, including immunizations and vaccinations. They will also work with 

family members or caregivers who support you. Visit our office, with or without an appointment A referral is required APPOINTMENTS Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your

appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first. MAIN PHONE MAIN PHONE SERVICE HOURS The service hours are the same as our facility hours. A

strong network of family and internal medicine specialists and services can offer you the best possible care. Internal medicine doctors (internists) prevent, diagnose, and treat adult

diseases. Doctors who specialize in family medicine provide primary health care to the entire family. Your primary care team can coordinate the many services you receive such as: * Labs and

blood work * Mental health care * Women's health care * Radiology * Social services * Telehealth REHABILITATION AND EXTENDED CARE We provide medical care and rehabilitation services to

Veterans in our Community Living Center and in their homes. Services include home-based primary care, medical foster home support, and hospice and palliative care. Visit our office, with or

without an appointment A referral is required APPOINTMENTS Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care

provider first. MAIN PHONE MAIN PHONE SERVICE HOURS The service hours are the same as our facility hours. We provide long-term care to help you and your family when you’re dealing with a

disability, chronic (long-lasting) illness, terminal illness, or serious health issues related to aging. Our long-term health care services include: * 24/7 nursing and medical care *

Physical therapy * Help with daily tasks like bathing, dressing, making meals, and taking medicine * Pain management and palliative care to relieve suffering and improve quality of life for

people with serious illnesses * Hospice care to provide comfort and compassionate care for people in the last phases of an incurable illness * To learn more about the different types of

extended care that VA provides, see our guide to long-term services and support. Learn more about VA long-term care VETERAN READINESS AND EMPLOYMENT PROGRAMS We can help you reach your job

and career goals with one-on-one support, counseling, and training. Visit our office, with or without an appointment A referral is required APPOINTMENTS Contact us to schedule, reschedule,

or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first. MAIN PHONE MAIN PHONE SERVICE HOURS The service hours are the same as our

facility hours. We help Veterans with physical and mental health challenges find and keep jobs. We help you find jobs through our long-term partnerships with business, industry, and

government agencies. We offer 3 services: * Our transitional work program matches Veteran’s skills with a specific job and provides supervision to help them gain work experience * Our

supported employment program provides long-term support for Veterans with serious mental illnesses or physical disabilities to help them compete for jobs in their communities * Our

vocational assistance program trains Veterans living at our residential facility to improve their job-search and career development skills Learn more about VA vocational rehabilitation WHOLE

HEALTH Whole health puts you at the center of care, rather than your illnesses or conditions. We work with you to develop a personalized health plan based on your values, needs, and goals.

Visit our office, with or without an appointment A referral is required APPOINTMENTS Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to

contact your primary care provider first. MAIN PHONE MAIN PHONE SERVICE HOURS The service hours are the same as our facility hours. Our whole health approach empowers and equips you to take

charge of your health, well-being, and quality of life. Whole health goes beyond your illnesses, injuries, or disabilities, and focuses instead on your values, goals, and overall health. It

includes self-care and complementary therapies along with conventional medical care. Our whole health program includes: * Acupuncture to help you manage pain without drugs * Meditation and

mindfulness training * Yoga, tai chi, and qi gong classes * Massage and manual therapy Learn more about VA whole health WOMEN VETERAN CARE Common conditions: women's primary care,

mental health, obstetrics, gynecology, pap smear, mammogram We offer women’s health services to meet your specific needs such as disease screenings, mental health treatment, recovery from

military sexual trauma, maternity care and female-specific medical equipment. Visit our office, with or without an appointment Virtual visits by appointment only A referral is not required

APPOINTMENTS Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first. MAIN PHONE MAIN PHONE SERVICE

HOURS The service hours are the same as our facility hours. Our women's health program offers complete health care for women Veterans of all ages. Our primary care providers specialize

in women’s health. They work closely with specialists in gynecology, obstetrics, female urology, oncology, medicine, radiology, surgery, and breast illness. Our services for women Veterans

include: * Ultrasounds, mammograms, Pap and HPV tests * Mental health care and counseling * Lifestyle wellness services * Menopause treatment, including hormonal therapy * Family planning,

contraceptive care, and infertility evaluation Learn more and connect with a Women Veteran Care Manager GET UPDATES FROM VA NEW YORK HARBOR HEALTH CARE