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Lack of oversight caused VA to overspend by tens of millions on prosthetics: watchdog

An OIG report has found the VHA is overspending on prosthetics.

By Leila Barghouty

3 years ago

VA spending up again in Trump's fiscal 2019 budget plan

If approved, the VA budget for fiscal 2019 would reach nearly $200 billion, more than double what the department spent just 10 years ago.

By Leo Shane III

6 years ago

Ultrasound technology could improve use of prosthetics

Ultrasound technology more accurately pinpoints which specific movements the muscles are trying to accomplish.

By Charlsy Panzino

6 years ago

Prosthetic system can learn from its user

Amputees can control their prosthetic arm essentially by thinking about the movement they want to perform, thanks to a special control system.

By Kathleen Curthoys

7 years ago

Commentary: VA can lead the way on better prosthetics care, but must learn from past mistakes

For once, VA's size could be an advantage, the authors say.

By Christopher Neiweem and Tristan Wyatt

7 years ago

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