Our Mission

TO SUPPORT RESEARCH AND EDUCATION THROUGHOUT THE DURHAM VETERANS AFFAIRS HEALTHCARE SYSTEM TO ENHANCE THE HEALTH AND LIVES OF VETERANS, THEIR FAMILIES AND THE PUBLIC AT LARGE.

Our Vision

Honoring Our Veterans through Innovative Medical Discovery

Our Purpose

Established in 1989, the Institute for Medical Research conducts and supports research and educational activities in collaboration with the Durham VA Health Care System with funds from private companies, donors, governmental agencies, foundations and academic institutions.

The Institute for Medical Research strives to advance the health and well being of veterans and their families

Over the years, VA research has contributed to many important health advances.

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Development of microelectronics and robotics to create artificial limbs

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Creation of the nicotine patch to help people stop smoking

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Invention of the cardiac pacemaker

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First successful liver transplant

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Contributing to the development of the CT scan

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Developing the practice of an aspirin a day to prevent heart attacks

Get In Touch

MAIN PHONE:
984-250-7013

PHYSICAL/SHIPPING ADDRESS
411 West Chapel Hill Street, Suite 310
Durham, NC 27701

MAILING ADDRESS
DVAHCS, 508 Fulton Street, 151-IMR
Durham, NC 27705

IN SERVICE TO NORTH CAROLINA • Institute for Medical Research • Located in DURHAM, NC