Iowa City VA Health Care System

Apr 2023

Drove out to VA hospital in Iowa City to be seen for severe back pain & face pain. Had 1 doctor who was very nice & listened. I also had my chest pain rechecked. HOWEVER, At shift change had someone new, who informed me that my BACK PAIN is BECAUSE I'm OLD!!! REALLY..Could it possibly be from a kidney infection??? This doctor didn't check my chart when prescribing medication cause he tried to prescribe me Codeine. (Allergic)I drive to VA to be treated fairly cause local hospitals are worse. But I don't like to be treated like I'm stupid & just want narcotics ?? since I'm allergic to most of them. Sad!!

Dec 2022

I went to Audiology at the VA in Iowa City the other day. I seen Aaron and got my new hearing aids. I have seen Aaron before and he really helps me out with hearing aids. He is a great guy and always takes care of me. He is always professional and gets stuff done. I have to drive an hour and half to get there, but it is well worth my time. I never have to wait very long in the waiting room, always called in on time.

Aug 2022

This Hospital has saved my life more than once. I prefer it over the UofI. Drs, nurses, and staff have always been respectful and professional. Rooms are modern and private. Its also a teaching hospital, but your always reviewed by the Head Dr of the clinic your seeing, assessing the interns workup of your condition. I would recommend it to any veteran. If you have a 30% or more service connected injury, care is free. Dentures free if higher rated, Eyeglasses yearly. And you can always talk with other vets. I have a rare auto immune disease and recieve meds that would cost me $1000's if I had to pay co pays. I'd like to thank them for their service!