• Several medical programs are available in Washington, D.C., for veterans of the U.S. armed forces.US flag image by Eishier from Fotolia.com
  
  For veterans of the U.S. armed forces, living in the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area offers resources for former military personnel in need of medical attention. In order to be eligible for most Veterans Affairs services, a resident must have been discharged from actively serving in the military under any circumstance except dishonorable discharge. Other benefits may require that the veteran served during a time of war.
  
  

Washington, D.C., VA Medical Center

• The VA Medical Center is located in the heart of Washington, D.C., just steps from some of the most recognizable landmarks in the nation. The center is considered a teaching facility and offers several services for veterans including surgery, psychiatry, nursing home care treatment and neurology. A substance abuse clinic also falls under the medical center's umbrella. The medical center has more than 1,700 staff members, and focuses their treatments to patients who reside in Washington, D.C., as well as Maryland and Virginia. Research projects supported by the VA Medical Center include areas such as hypertension and diabetes. Veterans can call to make an appointment between 7 a.m. and 11 p.m., Monday through Friday.
  
  Washington, D.C., VA Medical Center
  50 Irving St. NW
  Washington, D.C. 20422
  202-745-8000 or 1-888-553-0242
  washingtondc.va.gov
  
  

Alexandria, VA, Outpatient Clinic

• Veterans who reside in northern Virginia will have access to this location. The Alexandria outpatient clinic provides veterans basic medical care, as well as preventative care. For eligible veterans, health education also is offered. The community clinic is open from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday through Friday.
  
  Alexandria, VA, Outpatient Clinic
  6940 S. Kings Highway
  Suite 208
  Alexandria, VA 22310
  703-313-0694
  washingtondc.va.gov
  
  

Charlotte Hall, MD, Outpatient Clinic

• Services offered at the Charlotte Hall location include routine medical care, outpatient care, referrals to the VA Medical Center and medical screenings. A registered nurse and physician are on staff to assist veterans with their medical needs.
  
  Charlotte Hall, MD, Outpatient Clinic
  29431 Charlotte Hall Road
  Charlotte Hall, MD 20622
  301-884-7102
  washingtondc.va.gov
  
  

Greenbelt, MD, Outpatient Clinic

• The Greenbelt location offers general medical services such as preventative services, health education and basic medical care. Health education is available to those living in the northeast part of Washington, D.C., as well as Montgomery County and in the northern portions of Prince George's County. To schedule an appointment, veterans should call between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
  
  Greenbelt, MD, Outpatient Clinic
  7525 Greenway Center Drive
  Greenway East Professional Center
  Suite T-4
  Greenbelt, MD 20770
  301-345-2463
  washingtondc.va.gov
  
  

Southeast Washington, D.C., Outpatient Clinic

• This clinic offers veterans preventative and basic care, as well as health education. Veterans also may receive immunizations and physical exams at this location. A community clinic is available from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Mondays and Fridays at this location.
  
  Southeast Washington, D.C., Outpatient Clinic
  820 Chesapeake St. SE
  Washington, D.C. 20032
  202-745-8685
  washingtondc.va.gov