About the Program

Women who have served in the Armed Forces are eligible for a variety of veterans benefits. VA actively encourages women to utilize the benefits due them.

The VA Boston Healthcare System Women's Health Program targets programs and facilities to meet the unique needs of female veterans.

Services Offered

VA Boston Healthcare System services for women include—

• primary and preventive health care & services
  • breast exams and mammagraphy
• mental health
  • women's stress disorders
  • individul and group therapies
• gynecology services
  • reproductive health care
  • menopause treatment
• medical and surgical specialty care
• homeless outreach and case managemen

Patients will be referred to other VA facilities or to the community for any service not available at VA Boston Healthcare System.

Mental health services, including treatment for post traumatic stress disorder, are also available for women. Treatment for substance abuse is available as well.