Brainerd VA Clinic | VA St Cloud Health Care | Veterans Affairs
Internal Medicine • Brainerd, MN
About
Summary: - The Minneapolis VA Medical Center is a Medical Practices organization with 153 employees, headquartered in River Falls, Wisconsin. It operates under the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and is listed within the VA’s facility directory. - Key leadership includes roles in radiology, clinical nutrition, women’s health, and VISN 23 initiatives. Notable positions: Clinical Director of VISN 23 initiatives, CSP NODES Minneapolis Associate Director Operations, Chief of Radiology, Women’s Health Medical Director, and Associate Chief, Clinical Nutrition. - Workforce details: about 153 staff (up 3.4% year over year), with most in Medical (108) and smaller shares in Research, Operations, and Administrative functions. Seniority leans toward Specialist and various management roles. - Talent origins and destinations show partnerships with Mayo Clinic Health System, Allina Health, University of Minnesota, and other local institutions; alumni transition to facilities like Welia Health, Hennepin Healthcare, and multiple University of Minnesota entities. - Tech stack includes common enterprise tools (ASP, Microsoft products, REDCap, Zoom, etc.). Note: The provided page specifically documents the Minneapolis VA Medical Center and its organizational details, not Brainerd or St. Cloud VA clinics. If you’re seeking information on Brainerd VA Clinic or VA St. Cloud Health Care, please share a link or clarify, and I’ll pull a targeted summary.
Clinic Type
Internal Medicine
Address
Brainerd VA Clinic, Brainerd, MN
Phone
+1 651-602-5465
vhastctransportationrequest@va.gov
Opening Hours
Mon-Fri 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Sat: Closed; Sun: Closed
Telehealth
Available
Services Offered
Technology & Equipment
Insurance & Payment
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FAQs
What services are provided at the Brainerd VA Clinic?
Primary care and specialty health services including mental health care, retinal scanning, nutrition, radiology, social services, telehealth, and women’s health care, plus labs and blood work.
Service Hours
Service hours are listed above: Mon–Fri 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.; Sat and Sun closed.
Is the clinic by appointment only?
Yes, some services and visits are by appointment only.
Can I get telehealth services?
Yes. Virtual visits are available by appointment.
What should I do if I need a referral?
If a referral is required, contact your primary care provider first.
What types of care does the clinic offer?
Primary care and specialty services including mental health care, retinal scanning, nutrition, telehealth, women's health, radiology, labs, and more.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Vitals.com: 4.3 out of 5 (not explicitly stated number of reviews, listed as group practice)
- Rehab.com: 4.17/5 (183 reviews (St. Cloud VA Medical Center))
Patients praise
- Some veterans report receiving excellent care and short wait times at the Brainerd clinic specifically
- Staff members are described in some instances as attentive, solution-oriented, and helpful
- Availability of diverse mental health programs within the broader VA health care system
Common complaints
- Some reports of disrespectful treatment or lack of respect by staff at the broader St. Cloud VA system (which oversees the clinic)
- Concerns regarding communication and trust within the VA health care system infrastructure
"I have always received EXCELANt care at the Brainerd VA clinic. Never had to wait more than 10 minutes of my appointments."
— WebMD User Review"Beyond what I thought was possible. The staff listened and had solutions. The programs are diverse for any mental health issue. One of the best decisions I made in life."
— Rehab.com User Review of St. Cloud VA System"They don't take care of the veteran here, that's a complete lie! They treat us as if we were in a retirement house for old useless people!"
— Rehab.com User Review of St. Cloud VA SystemSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Brainerd VA Clinic | VA St Cloud Health Care | Veterans Affairs — Jul 15, 2021
- Contact Us | VA St Cloud Health Care | Veterans Affairs — Apr 13, 2026
- About Us | VA St Cloud Health Care | Veterans Affairs — Jul 6, 2026
- St. Cloud VA - 9 September: Flu Vaccine Clinics; Urgent Care Hours; Simpler VA Travel Claims — Sep 9, 2025
- Veterans Services | Itasca County, MN — Dec 18, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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