Advancing Veteran and public health
through innovative research

VA-PAVIR Summer Research Program for Undergraduate Students

Building the future of a diverse and inclusive research community

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Meet Dr. Ngan Huang. Her VA Palo Alto team’s latest research is now onboard the International Space Station

Meet Dr. Ngan Huang

Her VA Palo Alto team’s latest research is now onboard the International Space Station

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Develops Novel Diagnostic & Treatment Solutions for Complex Neurological & Psychiatric Disorders

Dr. Maheen Mausoof Adamson

Develops Novel Diagnostic & Treatment Solutions for Complex Neurological & Psychiatric Disorders

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Recognized by The Joint Commission and National Quality Forum (NQF) with the 2020 John M. Eisenberg Award for Individual Achievement in Quality Patient Safety

David M. Gaba, MD

Recognized by The Joint Commission and National Quality Forum (NQF) with the 2020 John M. Eisenberg Award for Individual Achievement in Quality Patient Safety

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Advancing Veteran and public health through innovative research
Director of Research at WRIISC and
Clinical Associate Professor at Stanford University

Dr. Peter Bayley

Explores the future of Complementary and Integrative Health for Veterans

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Dr. Thomas Osborn
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Announces

Dr. Thomas Osborne

Winner of the inaugural Robert L. Jesse Award for Excellence in Innovation

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Advancing Veteran and public health through innovative research

Advancing Veteran and public health through innovative research

High Impact Publication:

Dr. Nicolls’ work on leukotriene B4 (LTB4) and its role in acquired Lymphedema published in the 5/10/17 edition of the Science Translational Medicine journal. Clinical Trial to test potential drug compound integrating Dr. Nicolls’ basic science laboratory findings. Read more

Window Into Our Research


Innovative Telehealth Solutions for Veterans with Chronic Pain
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A Prospective Investigation of the Risks of Opiod Misuse
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Nicotine and aortic aneurysm, a cross-generational problem?
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Targeted Strategies to Accelerate Evidence-Based Psychotherapies Implementation in Military Settings
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Board of Directors

PAVIR is an outstanding asset to the VA and Stanford. The missions of Research and Education are core to our roles as researchers and essential in moving research forward to impacting the lives of the Veterans and patients served. It is an honor to serve as the Chair of the Board of Directors and to be part of such mission driven work. — Odette Harris, MD, Board Chair

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NAVREF 2021-2022 Membership