Marina VA vaccinates 1,000 veterans over the age of 65 Share Updated: 12:27 PM PST Feb 26, 2021 Share Updated: 12:27 PM PST Feb 26, 2021 The Major General William H. Gourley VA-DoD Outpatient Clinic announced on Thursday that they had vaccinated 1,000 veterans. According to spokesperson, Jack Murphy, the 1,000 veterans were all 65 years old and older. Over recent weeks the VA clinic has been giving the first dose of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine. More vaccines are available for local veterans. An additional 400 vaccine doses will be administered on Friday, March 5. This vaccination is for Veterans 55+ who are already enrolled in the VA Palo Alto Health Care System. Call 650-496-2535 to register for the vaccination.
Pathologist, Christmas tree farmer Jon Kosek dies at 90
An outdoor enthusiast, bicyclist and founder of a Christmas tree farm, Kosek was a staff pathologist at the VA Palo Alto Heath Care System for nearly 45 years, mentoring hundreds of residents and students. Feb 8 2021
Jon Kosek
Jon Kosek, MD, clinical professor emeritus of pathology, died Oct. 16 at his home on the Stanford campus. He was 90.
“Jon Kosek was a dedicated teacher and an expert pathologist who devoted decades to his field,” said Lloyd Minor, MD, dean of the School of Medicine. “Countless trainees and colleagues benefited from his wisdom and guidance. He will be missed here at Stanford Medicine, and his influence in pathology labs across the nation will be lasting.”
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VA Palo Alto begins COVID-19 vaccinations for employees and high risk Veterans
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VA Palo Alto Health Care System began administering COVID-19 vaccinations to frontline health care employees and Veterans residing in long-term care Community Living and Spinal Cord Injury and Disorder centers on December 16, 2020.
VAPAHCS nurse receives the COVID-19 vaccine from the initial batch of doses being given to frontline staff and high risk Veterans.
“We are proud of our staff and Veterans who have stepped up to the plate to receive the vaccine and do the right thing for humanity,” said Thomas J. Fitzgerald III, Director and U.S. Army Veteran.