By far, the best hospital, medical staff, clinic and pharmacy in the world. As a veteran from the Gulf war era combat wounded I have experienced many, many medical facilities and I can say without question - the Salem VA Medical Center has to be the best of the best.
January 2026
I've been a beneficiary of the Salem VAMC since moving here in 2015. While there is a lot of negative press on access to care, Salem does much better than provide outstanding care - they lead the way on how a VA Medical Center can set the standard for care for Veterans in the United States. I've seen other care areas that did not provide care to the level that most Salem VAMC beneficiaries take for granted. My providers care for me and I feel confident in their assessment of anything I come to them with. I have no problem talking with other Veterans who might not be utilizing their benefits there.
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December 2025
Took prompt care of my husband when admitted to the ER. Got tests confirmed for stage 4 lung cancer but 8 weeks later, Oncologists still do not know what type he has! No treatment was given for it!! As soon as the Veteran leaves the facility, they forget about them!
By far, the best hospital, medical staff, clinic and pharmacy in the world. As a veteran from the Gulf war era combat wounded I have experienced many, many medical facilities and I can say without question - the Salem VA Medical Center has to be the best of the best.
I've been a beneficiary of the Salem VAMC since moving here in 2015. While there is a lot of negative press on access to care, Salem does much better than provide outstanding care - they lead the way on how a VA Medical Center can set the standard for care for Veterans in the United States. I've seen other care areas that did not provide care to the level that most Salem VAMC beneficiaries take for granted. My providers care for me and I feel confident in their assessment of anything I come to them with. I have no problem talking with other Veterans who might not be utilizing their benefits there.
I would say that my experience there has been... read full review
Took prompt care of my husband when admitted to the ER. Got tests confirmed for stage 4 lung cancer but 8 weeks later, Oncologists still do not know what type he has! No treatment was given for it!!
As soon as the Veteran leaves the facility, they forget about them!