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Polytrauma/TBI System of Care

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Welcome to the Cleveland Polytrauma Network Site

One of 23 specialized rehabilitation programs designed to coordinate post-acute care within VISN 10 for Veterans and active duty Service Members who have experienced Polytrauma (multiple injuries to more than one body part or organ system) and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) related to combat or civilian activity. For more information about Polytrauma, visit the national Polytrauma System of Care website.

If you are interested in scheduling an evaluation and/or would like to make a referral for in-patient acute rehab please contact our team directly.

Cleveland VA Medical Center

Louis Stokes (Cleveland) VA Medical Center
10701 East Boulevard
Cleveland, OH 44106
(216) 791-3800, ext:61172

Polytrauma Medical Director & Chief of Neurology
Ronald G. Riechers, II, (MD)

Polytrauma Coordinator (Admissions & Referral)
Kristen Holderman, APRN, FNP-BC
216-791-3800 ext. 61148
Kristen.Holderman@va.gov

Polytrauma Senior Social Work Case Manager
Cassandra Veres, LISW-S
216-791-3800 ext. 61164
Cassandra.Veres@va.gov

Post 9/11 Military to VA (M2VA) case managers are available to assist Service Members transitioning from active duty to civilian life. M2VA Case Managers work in collaboration with DoD to establish VA health care, coordinate services and navigate community resources as needed.

Locate your M2VA Team M2VA Program Manager
Robert Rood, RN, MSN, CCM
Cell: 216-202-9694
Robert.Rood@va.gov

Are you a Veteran or service member in crisis, or concerned about someone you know?
Free confidential support is available 24/7 even if you’re not enrolled with VA health care or benefits

Veterans Crisis Line (1-800-273-8255)

If you or someone you know is interested in seeking mental health services, experiencing difficulty readjusting to civilian life, have trouble sleeping or experience mood swings, depression & other signs of extreme stress please consider one of the following resources:

PTSD InformationReadjustment Counseling System (Vet Centers)
National Center for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
VA Mental Health Program



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